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Want to take some Auburn courses to catch up or get ahead and see Europe this summer? The AU in Europe Flex Option could be just what you are looking for. As the name implies, this program is flexible to allow students to pursue their academic goals while also exploring Europe. Choose from a list of available courses to take abroad either in Summer 1 (May 13-June 21, 2025), Summer 2 (June 26-Aug 9), or for Full Summer (May 13-Aug 9).
The AU in Europe Flex Program is based in the fantastic city of Milan, Italy and allows students to take 5-9 hours of AU course credits in half summer options (Summer 1 or Summer 2) or 11-16 hours of course credit for the Full Summer option. The program also allows plenty of time to explore Milan, Italy, and Europe with planned cultural and professional activities and group tours in both summer sessions plus available free travel weekends for you to explore Europe. Courses are Auburn University courses so no need to get approvals or see if these courses will transfer as they are basically the same courses as those taught on campus (often with the same instructors), but taught in Europe!
The Flex program has three summer options:
You'll take one live class at a time on location and have the option of adding an online class across the summer if you want additional course credits. Live classes are roughly three weeks long and sequenced to balance workload and program activities, while taking into consideration prerequisites. Summer 1 and Summer 2 students will take 2 live classes on location in Milan, while Full Summer students will take a total of 4 live courses. All students have the option to add an online course that is taken across the summer. Summer 1 and Summer 2 students take between 5 and 9 hours of credit, while Full Summer students will take between 11 and 16 hours of credit.
The program is based in Milan and includes cultural and professional activities such as a trip to Lake Maggiore (foothills of the Italian Alps) and a vineyard tour to learn about the wine business. Full Summer students also get a week-long summer vacation in the middle of the coursework to allow time to travel and experience Europe on your own or with family, friends or classmates. Plus, program fees also include an extended weekend trip in each Summer mini-mester to see more of Europe, so Summer 1 and 2 students will also get to visit another great European destination such as Rome, Nice (France), Switzerland, or similar locations, while Full Summer students will visit two additional European destinations as part of their program experience. This program also has many weekends built in for personal travel for you to enhance your European experience.
The program structure focusing primarily on one live course at a time helps students succeed academically, while also offering a great cultural and professional experience.
AU in Europe Flex Program | |
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October 2024 | Applications open. Space is limited!!! |
December 12, 2024 |
Commitment deadline to receive discounted program fee of $16,900 for Full Summer and $10,600 for Summer 1 or Summer 2 |
December 13, 2024 |
Students who commit to program after Dec 12, 2024 program fee is: $17,900 for Full Summer and $11,200 for Summer 1 or Summer 2 |
January 17, 2025 | Last day to begin an application with Auburn Abroad. Applications take at least a week to complete, so start ASAP. |
January 30, 2025 | Last day to complete applications through Auburn Abroad. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED. |
May (tentative), 2025 | Auburn Study Abroad fee ($774) billed / Professional fees billed (~$150) for business majors |
May 12, 2025 | Full Summer AND Summer 1 students Depart USA to arrive in Milan May 13 |
May 14, 2025 | Orientation and tours in Milan |
May 15–May 30, 2025 | Session 1 Course for Full Summer and Summer 1 students |
June 2–June 20, 2025 | Session 2 Course for Full Summer and Summer 1 students |
June 21, 2025 | Summer 1 End of Program |
June 21–June 29, 2025 | Summer Break for Full Summer students |
June 26, 2005 | Arrival Date for Summer 2 students in Milan |
June 27-29, 2005 | Summer 2 students orientation and tours in Milan |
June 30–July 18, 2025 | Session 3 Course for Full Summer and Summer 2 students |
July 21–Aug 8, 2025 | Session 4 Course for Full Summer and Summer 2 students |
May 12-Aug 8, 2025 | Optional Online Course 5 For ALL students |
Aug 9, 2025 | Program End date for Full Summer and Summer 2 students to return to USA |
The AU in Europe Flex program is open to all AU students. Individual courses may have prerequisites so see course details.
We recommend that you first speak with your academic advisor, the program director and your parent(s) or guardian(s) before making a final decision.
Program courses are only available to students who apply and have been accepted into the program. Space is limited, so be sure to fill out the application as soon as possible.
You are required to enroll in and complete a minimum of 2 live courses on location per summer mini-mester (2 total courses for Summer 1 and Summer 2 so Full Summer students take 4 live courses). Partial schedules are not available. Although the program is offered over the summer, the scheduling of courses is unique to this program.
NOTE: We are in the process of adding more courses to the list to give you more course options. The list of courses will be updated regularly as additional courses are added. Please refer to this page for the most accurate list available. Once the course options have been finalized (likely by mid-October), we will update this note so you will know the list has been finalized and the courses locked in for the summer.
Students must choose 1 course per Session and can choose a maximum of 3 credits online. All online courses run the full summer but can be added to any option. Courses are Auburn University courses taught by Auburn instructors, and the courses include:
SUMMER 1: Full Summer and Summer 1 students must Choose 2 classes (1 from Session 1 and 1 from Session 2)
Session 1 Course Options
Session 2 Course Options
SUMMER 2: Full Summer and Summer 2 students must Choose 2 classes (1 from Session 3 and 1 from Session 4)
Session 3 Course Options
Session 4 Course Options
ONLINE (Optional): All students can Choose one
Yes. It is sometimes possible for students to take these courses at Auburn during summer without going abroad.
However, many departments currently offer few face-to-face courses in the summer on campus, offering only online versions instead. In addition, when live classes are offered, summer scheduling conflicts often limit the options for taking all these courses simultaneously at AU in the summer.
Other options include the possibility of taking these courses at another institution. In contrast to these options, this program offers real Auburn courses sequenced so students can take them all in one summer abroad live on location in Europe taught by Auburn instructors. No need to get courses approved or go through the hassle of trying to transfer credits.
Possibly. While the Honors College supports study abroad, it is up to the individual instructor for each course to determine if Honors credit for a specific class will be available and what such requirements might entail. Please check with the instructor to discuss the possibility of contracting for Honors credit.
Once you have been admitted to the program, you will receive official confirmation. At that point, you may request class enrollment.
A special section of each course is allocated to this program. The program will manually enroll you in each course. You will receive official notification once that process is complete. You may only take these courses if you are admitted into the program.
It is possible that this program will have program support funds available. Once any funding is made available, all applicants will receive complete details regarding funding amounts and application process details.
While funding is not guaranteed for this coming year, last year, funding for this program support was provided by the Auburn University Provost Vini Nathan and the Harbert College of Business administration (led by HCOB Interim Dean Jennifer Phillips-Mueller and Assistant Dean for Global Programs Danny Butler).
Last year, Program Support was available in the form of 2 - $10,000 Support Packages targeted for applicants to the Fast Track program, and 5 - $4,000 Support Packages available for either Fast Track or Business Minor applicants. We hope to have similar funding levels this year and will communicate to all applicants and potential support funding once it becomes available.
Note: Generally, Program Support packages will be targeted for full 12-week Summer program applicants. When reviewing Program Support applications, key applicant qualifications to be evaluated include:
Though funding has not been guaranteed not amounts determined, you can apply now for potential program support if it becomes available. To apply, please click on the following link and complete the Qualtrics survey:
Visa and Passport
You will be required to have a valid passport, good for 6 months after you return
to the US after the program. Visa now required (cost approximately $8). We will provide
instructions for Visa applications during the application process.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at harbertglobal@auburn.edu.
Housing and Travel
For the duration of the program, you will stay in a self-service apartments with necessary
amenities. While internet and local travel are covered by your fees, you will be responsible
for most meals (the area around your lodging has grocery stores and plenty of restaurants
to choose from). Specific housing location and details will be provided prior to departure
from the U.S.
Please note that any safety and health regulations/protocols required by Auburn University, the Harbert College of Business, the Program Provider Abroad and local authorities will be strictly followed and enforced.
If you have any further concerns or questions about housing, please contact us at harbertglobal@auburn.edu.
This program is open to all Auburn University students through the Harbert College of Business, which has been running global programs for 25 years. Program locations have included the United Kingdom, France, Czech Republic, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Hungary, Croatia, China and others. In the last few years there have been many requests to provide a consistent, safe, and enjoyable "hub" for summer abroad.
With its Italian style, central location in Europe, easy transport, and great food, Milan is a natural base for exploring Europe. What makes Milan special?
Also, while students can use/pick up some basic Italian language, no language skills are required to participate in the program in Milan as English is common in most places students live, go to class, and travel around the city.
In summary, Milan is a very livable city with great amenities for summer abroad.
It should be noted that students do not pay tuition in addition to program fees for this program. Students pay AU in Europe Flex Program fees and Auburn Study Abroad fees in lieu of regular tuition. All course credit hours are covered by program fees.
Summer 2025 Program fees: Full Summer = $16,900*/$17,900, Summer 1 or Summer 2 = $10,600*/$11,200 include:
*If student commits to the program on or before December 12, 2024, Full Summer program
fees are $16,900 or Summer 1/2 fees are $10,600. Commitment December 13th or after
results in $17,900 program fees for Full Summer or Summer 1/2 fees of $11,200. So,
save some money and commit to the program before the early bird deadline!
* Regardless of when a student commits to the program, an invoice will be sent to the student from the Bursar’s office a week later. However, payment is not due until May 2025.
Estimated additional costs not included in the program fees are $4,969. These costs
include:
The overall expected cost for this program for Full Summer is $21,869 and $13,100 for Summer 1 or Summer 2 (assumes early commitment for discounted
program fees). This includes 5-16 credit hours of academic course credit. Given the benefits, compared
to taking typical classes on campus, this program is a good investment, especially
for out-of-state students as the cost is similar to a typical semester, but includes
a summer abroad experience of a lifetime.
The application process requires students to apply and register with the AU Study Abroad office. Students must meet the academic requirements for the program and be in good standing with the registrar’s office to study abroad.
Applications for the AU in Europe Flex Program are expected to open in mid to late October 2024. The program has rolling admission, which means that the program will accept applications until the program either fills or final rosters are due to our international partners for housing, tours, etc., but students must begin to apply no later than January 17, 2025, and complete the application process no later than January 30, 2025, to be eligible for the 2025 Summer program.
DUE TO UNIVERSITY REGULATIONS, NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR ANY REASON. Students are encouraged to apply early and move through the application process efficiently as the program will likely fill and close at some point late in the Fall semester or the beginning of Spring.
The Harbert College of Business will have several information sessions for the program. Students are encouraged to attend an information session to help navigate the process of applying. During the information session, students will have an opportunity to speak with an Auburn Abroad coordinator or intern about specific questions that they may have in the preliminary planning stages for study abroad.
Students who are ready to apply to this program, may start their application.
Check out our General FAQ for more details on studying abroad. If you still have a question afterwards, get in touch with us through the contact information below!
General FAQWe have limited space for our Harbert Business Core Fast Track program, so be sure to submit your application as soon as possible!