Milan, Italy - Study Abroad 2025 – HRSM 390

PROGRAM DATES:
Travel: 22 Nov. 25 - 30 Nov. 25

FACULTY LEADERS:
Michael Watson, Ed.D.
Haylee Mercado, Ph.D.

COURSE CREDIT:
3 Credit Hours – HRSM 390

Join us in Milan, Italy, for an unforgettable international learning experience during Thanksgiving break. Explore the dynamic intersections of sport, tourism and retail business in the lead-up to the 2026 Winter Games in Milan. Students will dive into Olympic-related industries with site visits to iconic locations like the Duomo di Milano rooftop, San Siro Stadium, Eataly Market and more — including a curated retail safari. The program also features a day trip to Verona with a guided city tour, a visit to the Arena di Verona (subject to availability) and a scenic winery tour and tasting.

Highlights:
•    Visit to Duomo di Milano Rooftop
•    Retail Safari Walking Tour
•    San Siro Stadium Tour
•    Eataly Market Tour
•    Daytrip to Verona with guided city tour, winery tour and tasting, and tour of Arena Di Verona

*Please note that events listed here and on the final itinerary are subject to change based on business necessity.

Program Fees Include:
•    Lodging Accommodations
•    Local Tours and Site Visits
•    Day Trip to Verona
•    Transportation Passes
•    Welcome and Departure Meals

Program Fees Do Not Include:
•    Transportation and Airfare to and from Milan, Italy
•    Tuition for HRSM 390
•    UofSC Global Health Insurance 
•    Trip Interruption Insurance
•    UofSC Education Abroad Application Fee
•    Meals, site visits, and excursions not listed on final itinerary
•    Passports, required vaccinations, and required medical treatment/testing/documentation 
•    Personal expenses and shopping

Price per student is $2,500.00 + tuition (separate) for HRSM 390, USC global health insurance, and Education Abroad fee. Program fees are non-refundable. If the program is cancelled by USC prior to departure, recoverable costs will be refunded.

This trip is limited to 22 participants and is expected to be filled quickly; reserve your space by submitting your first payment soon.

Reserve your space by August 1, 2025. Please complete your application with the Education Abroad Office prior to August 1, 2025. You must register and pay for HRSM 390 no later than August 25, 2025.

Payment Deadlines:
•    $500 deposit – July 25, 2025
•    $1,000.00 – August 1, 2025
•    $1,000.00 – August 25, 2025

Program fees are not refundable.