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Semester and Year Abroad Programs

Campus Housing & Meal Plan

Unicollege offers semester- and year-long study abroad programs for students from U.S., Canadian, European, and international partner universities, as well as qualified independent applicants seeking a structured, credit-bearing academic experience within the Italian Higher Education System.

Campuses & locations

FlorenceMantuaMilanTurin

Students may choose to study at Unicollege campuses in Florence, Mantua, Milan, or Turin. Each location offers a distinct academic and cultural environment while operating under a unified institutional framework, academic regulations, and quality standards.

Housing principles

01Safety
02Proximity to campus
03Academic-calendar alignment
Mandatory for all international students

On-campus residence is mandatory. Where on-campus capacity is limited, placement is arranged in university-managed housing or in accommodations formally affiliated with Unicollege.

Unicollege provides structured housing solutions for international and visiting students designed to ensure safety, proximity to campus, and consistency with academic calendars. Housing arrangements are coordinated directly by Unicollege as part of the study abroad framework and are intended to support students throughout their academic term. On-campus residence is mandatory for all international students; where on-campus capacity is limited, placement will be arranged,based on availability,in university-managed housing. All international students are required to reside in university-managed housing or in accommodations formally affiliated with Unicollege.

Placement policy

  1. 1
    On-campus firstPrimary placement in Unicollege residences.
  2. 2
    Network housing if fullAffiliated apartments and residences in close proximity.
  3. 3
    First-come, first-servedAssignments based on application date.
  4. 4
    Confirmed pre-arrivalAddress & check-in details before semester start.

Students are primarily housed in on-campus residences. When on-campus capacity is reached, accommodation is arranged within Unicollege’s established housing network, which includes affiliated apartments and residential facilities located in close proximity to the campus. All housing options meet institutional standards of safety, accessibility, and academic integration. Assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis. While every effort is made to prioritize on-campus placement, Unicollege reserves the right to allocate students to alternative approved accommodations within its network, including vetted housing providers or verified host families, in order to ensure continuity of services and compliance with institutional requirements. Housing placements are confirmed prior to arrival whenever possible. Final details, including address and check-in instructions, are communicated to students before the start of the academic term.

Accommodation features

Standard amenities

Fully equipped kitchen
Full bathroom · sink & shower
Separate toilet facilities
Washer & dryer
Shared living room
Wi-Fi
Air conditioning (where applicable)
Fully furnished

Room configurations

Single roomSingle with en-suiteDouble roomTriple roomQuadruple roomApartment (1–2 occupants)

Accommodation types may vary by location and availability and span a range of configurations, including single rooms, single rooms with ensuite facilities, double rooms with separate beds or bunk beds, triple and quadruple rooms, as well as apartment-style accommodations designed for one or two occupants. Standard amenities across all housing options include fully equipped kitchens, full bathrooms with sinks and showers, separate toilet facilities, laundry areas with washing machines and dryers, shared living rooms, Wi-Fi access, and air conditioning where applicable. All housing is furnished and suitable for medium- to long-term academic stays.

Meals & services

Daily meal plan included

  • 1 meal per day
  • Main course · drink · coffee
  • On-campus Unicollege cafeteria
  • Approved alternatives in seasonal/exceptional cases

A meal plan is included in all Unicollege study abroad programs. Meals are normally provided on campus at the Unicollege cafeteria; in exceptional or seasonal circumstances, approved alternative solutions may be implemented. The standard meal plan includes one daily meal, typically consisting of a main course, a drink, and coffee. Details regarding meal services are shared with students prior to arrival. Additional arrangements may be requested by contacting the Unicollege Study Abroad Office.

Ask about housing optionsSend your campus & term to the International Office, francesca.serra@unicollege.eu

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