Overview
Bologna is the capital and the largest city of the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy. The metropolitan area has about one million people, making it the seventh most populated city in Italy. It boasts one of the oldest and most famous universities in Europe, dating from the 11th century, as well as lavish porticoed walkways and squares, fine historic buildings, and an interesting medieval city center.
Destination Information
Local Time Now:
12:23am
Official Languages:
Italian
Almost all alumni have not spoken the local language.The City
Bologna is also known for great cuisine, some of the best in Italy – the original home of balsamic vinegar, Parmesan cheese, Parma ham and Bolognese sauce. It’s a perfect location to immerse yourself in the Italian culture while enhancing your experience in the medical field.
Dates & Availability
- Summer Break 2025
Dates
Price
Availability
May 31, 2025 - June 20, 2025 3 weeks
$5,999
Open
June 21, 2025 - July 11, 2025 3 weeks
$5,999
Open
July 12, 2025 - August 1, 2025 3 weeks
$5,999
Open
You may pay over time, fundraise, consider scholarships, and more. Learn about our significant partial need-based scholarships here.
Participants may transfer to another program or receive a refund up until a predefined amount of time before the start date.
What’s Included
Atlantis programs include ~20h/week of shadowing, housing, some meals, transportation, travel health insurance, and more. Airfare is not included but can be very affordable.
What’s Included
On Program Components
Pre/Post Program Components
Hospital Overview
Bellaria Hospital (Ospedale Bellaria)
The Bellaria Hospital, situated on the periphery of Bologna, is a historical and highly specialized hospital complex with origins dating back to donations made by Marquis Carlo Alberto Pizzardi in 1919. The Marquis, who was also a benefactor of the Bentivoglio Consortium Hospital, stipulated that a minimum number of beds be allocated for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. This stipulation remains in effect today, with eight beds dedicated to this purpose. The hospital is particularly renowned for its expertise in neurosurgery and neuroradiology, establishing the Bellaria Hospital as a leading reference center within the wider Bolognese healthcare system. This hospital does not have an emergency room, but offers an extensive array of medical and surgical operating units, ensuring the delivery of the highest quality of care.
Unforgettable Excursions
“The incredible group excursions to Cesenatico and Sirmione were absolutely unforgettable, making us feel we were with family. It’s when we were there that we understood how this entire experience was important, not just from a professional point of view, but as a unique opportunity to grow as a human being.”
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Excursions
Our excursions are designed to offer a deeper look into your host culture, for both the educational benefit and the enjoyment of exploring a new place with others who share your interests in travel and medicine. Excursions range from historical tours to culinary and cultural explorations.
Your Site Manager will inform you of the excursions they have planned during your program orientation. If you make travel plans outside of your city for a weekend and it conflicts with the events your Site Manager has planned, notify your Site Manager several days in advance so that they can plan accordingly.
Clinical Experience that Stands Out to Schools
Medical schools want 3 things: healthcare exposure, GPA/MCAT, and certain competencies. Uniquely, “360 Shadowing” gives you the best version of the 1st, frees you to focus on the 2nd, and cultivates/shows the 3rd to medical school admissions.
Funding Your Future
The cost of Atlantis isn’t too dissimilar from the cost of many study abroad programs that you may find. And we’re here to help: from our extensive fundraising guide to flexible payment plans and financing options, we make the process simple and easy, allowing you to focus on what really matters.
Bring a Friend
Consider bringing a friend to the same program you’re applying to. Although the vast majority of Atlantis alumni have gone on programs without knowing someone in their cohort, bringing a friend allows your experience to be shared in a unique way, while still allowing you one of the benefits of Atlantis: meeting new pre-health friends from across the country. Consider sharing this idea with your friends.
