A journey into the heart of Italy

My experience in Perugia was like none other. Any preconceptions and expectations you have will immediately be washed away because it's impossible to imagine what it will be like before you go. Perugia is a small, authentic town in Italy. It's a place where after a few weeks you will recognize people on the streets. As much as I had the time of my life here, the town was a bit too small for me, and the program, with roughly only 80 people, was a bit too close knit. You experience Italy in a place that isn't over run with Amercan influence, something you can't find in Florence or Rome. I
I will never forget my time in Perugia. I made lifelong friends and had experiences that I will keep with me for the rest of my life. If your only goal of studying abroad is to travel, then go to Florence. It isn't as easy to travel starting from Perugia because you usually need to take a train to Florence before you can fly anywhere.
The staff at the Umbra Institute was phenomenal, and I've had some of the greatest professors of my college career there. They want you to have an amazing experience, and they do a fantastic job in helping you experience that once in a lifetime opportunity.

If I could describe in words the magic that is Perugia and even all of Italy, I would, but to me it's something you must see and experience for yourself.