Students in the Davis Institute program take social science courses that emphasize international relations, Israel, and the Middle East. Housing options may include university dormitories or private apartments. An Israeli resident serves as liaison for UW-Madison students. Students interested in independent study may attend this semester-long program. Each student conducts a fieldwork project and studies in association with the Development Studies Center, a local nonprofit research institute that focuses on development issues.
Work is conducted in English, so no knowledge of Hebrew is required.
Participants live in dormitories. An Israeli resident serves as program liaison for UW-Madison students. Students selected for the Academic Year in Italy spend a year at the oldest university in Europe, the University of Bologna. The year abroad begins with a six-week orientation course in Italian language and culture followed by registration in regular courses at the university. Housing is provided through apartment living.