Pre-departure information

In Pavia

Alma Mater Ticinensis Foundation Track

All students reside in Palazzo Vistarino, an 18th-century residence in the heart of Pavia, overlooking the Ticino river. The Palazzo combines the allure of a noble residence with state-of-the-art technology. Twenty-four single or double rooms and suites are available (all with en-suite bathrooms and Wi-Fi, some embellished with historic frescoes and many with a wonderful view of the city) as well as three conference rooms and three meeting rooms.

For detailed information on the Palazzo (including contact info, hours, and meals see the Student Palazzo Guide. 

The address of Palazzo Vistarino is: Via Sant’Ennodio 26, 27100 Pavia, Italy

Almo Collegio Borromeo Track

All students reside at the Collegio, a 16th-century residence in the heart of Pavia with direct access to the Ticino river. Living at Almo Collegio Borromeo is an excellent way for Illinois students to interact with both Italian and international peers. All guests of the Collegio are assigned a single room with privateenjoy full board with meals at the Collegio refectory and 4 coffees a day in the Fireplace Room. The Collegio also offers multimedia classrooms, computer rooms, a library with over 40,000 books, and a historical archive. Students can also access a music room with different instruments, a TV room, a coffee room, and a gym.