All instruction in BCSP classes is in Italian, and the courses are taught by University of Bologna faculty. Students complete a minimum of 24 semester hours of credit during the academic year. Students accepted into the program will receive information about the curriculum, including a description of BCSP courses and a list of University of Bologna courses that students have taken in the past. Final course selection occurs in Bologna at the beginning of the academic year. The faculty resident director serves as academic advisor.
Most students take courses in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.
Application is available in the Study Abroad Office. The figures here are as accurate and current as possible. Costs listed here cover tuition, room and board, roundtrip airfare, local transportation, books, personal expenses, and the NU Study Abroad Administrative Fee. These costs do not include travel during breaks, souvenirs, and other personal expenses. The BCSP offers several housing options.