Program Overview
Students will participate in a pilgrimage/immersion experience in Rome, Viterbo, and Assisi with the intention of deepening the overall learning experience. Concepts that students will come away with include a Franciscan perspective of leadership as service; the common good; acceptance and empathy, moral leadership; community.
Location(s)
Rome, Greccio, Assisi, La Verna, and Viterbo, Italy
Travel Dates
March 4–15, 2026
Course Information:
- RLST 261.001: Theological Foundations of Franciscan Leadership (Assisi)
- 3 credits
- Prerequisites: RLST 160, 305, 342 or VUSM 120.
Faculty Leader(s)
Emily Dykman eadykman@viterbo.edu and Sean Martin ssmartin@viterbo.edu
Estimated Cost
Approximately $4,500 (subject to change)
What’s Included:
- Round-trip airfare
- Lodging
- Most meals
- On-site transportation
- Cultural excursions
- International health insurance
What’s Not Included:
- Passport fees
- Some meals
- Personal spending money
Application Deadline
Oct. 1
Scholarships and Funding
Viterbo offers limited scholarships for study abroad. Visit Financial Aid Website for details. There are also institutional funds that have been designated for students who participate in the Franciscan pilgrimage. Contact the faculty leaders for more information.
Questions?
Contact Emily Dykman at eadykman@viterbo.edu or (608) 796-3703. You can also visit Study Abroad Office webpage.