Your Home Across Five Global Cities
As a MMIAM student, you will live and study in five different cultural capitals, each offering a unique artistic, academic, and professional experience.
Below, we break down the cost of living, housing options, and must-see cultural highlights in each location.
Dallas, USA
Montréal, CANADA
Bogotá, COLOMBIA
Beijing, CHINA
Milan, ITALY
Dallas, USA
Montréal, Canada
Bogotá, Colombia
Beijing, China
Milan, Italy
August – December
Dallas, USA
As the vibrant cultural hub of Texas, Dallas boasts the largest contiguous Arts District in the United States, featuring world-renowned institutions like the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center, and the AT&T Performing Arts Center. Home to Southern Methodist University’s Meadows School of the Arts, the city is a dynamic space where creativity, entrepreneurship, and cultural heritage intersect. Students will experience a thriving performing arts scene, innovative arts business models, and access to influential arts organizations shaping the future of cultural management.
Housing Costs: US $5,600 to $6,900 + $920 for furniture
- Note: SMU provides recommendations for off-campus student housing and shared apartments.
Food & Transportation: ~US $3,000
Why You’ll Love It:
- Home to the largest Arts District in the U.S.
- Access to 400+ arts events at SMU’s Meadows School of the Arts.
- Theater, dance, and music venues featuring world-class performances.
Southern Methodist University (SMU), Meadows School of the Arts
Southern Methodist University
Meadows School of the Arts
6101 Bishop, Dallas, TX, 75205 USA
January – May
Montréal, Canada
A global leader in cultural innovation, Montréal is a city where tradition meets cutting-edge creativity. Renowned for its festivals, museums, and vibrant performing arts scene, the city hosts institutions like the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts and Place des Arts, alongside industry giants such as Cirque du Soleil and Ubisoft. At HEC Montréal, students gain firsthand insight into International Arts Marketing, arts financing, and the global creative economy, while immersing themselves in one of North America’s most artistically rich environments.
Housing Costs: ~US $3,900 for 4.5 months (shared apt)
- Note: HEC Montréal provides recommendations for apartments.
Food & Transportation: ~US $1,500
Why You’ll Love It:
- A multicultural arts hub, hosting Cirque du Soleil and the Igloofest, Phi Center, Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, etc.
- Known for its film, digital arts, and cultural entrepreneurship.
- Ranked as one of the best student cities in North America.
hec montréal
HEC Montréal
3000 chemin de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine
Montréal, Québec H3T 2A7 Canada
February-March, 3-week Campus Abroad
Bogotá, Colombia
Nestled in the Andes Mountains, Bogotá is a dynamic center of cultural transformation. With a deep-rooted heritage in music, literature, and the visual arts, the city is home to the renowned Gold Museum, a testament to Colombia’s rich pre-Columbian history. As part of the program at Universidad de los Andes, students engage in cultural sustainability projects, community-based arts initiatives, and innovative strategies for fostering social change through the arts. Bogotá is a city where art is a powerful tool for development and expression.
Housing & Transportation: Included in tuition fees
Note: MMIAM arranges hotel accommodation and transportation while in Colombia.
Food Costs: ~US $43/day
Why You’ll Love It:
- Discover community-driven arts initiatives.
- Visit the Gold Museum, a landmark of pre-Colombian art, the Botero Museum, hosting a wide collection of Fernando Botero paintings and sculptures.
- Explore Bogotá’s vibrant street art and music scene.
Universidad de los Andes, School of Management
Universidad de los Andes
Carrera 1 N° 18A 12 Bogotá, Colombia
May, 10-day Campus Abroad
Beijing, China
One of the world’s oldest and most historically significant cities, Beijing offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore both ancient artistic traditions and contemporary cultural movements. Home to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, Beijing is a major player in the global arts industry. Students at Peking University will delve into China’s cultural policies, traditional art forms, and the rapidly growing creative economy, gaining unique insights into the evolution of East Asian cultural management practices.
Housing & Transportation: Included in tuition fees
- Note: MMIAM arranges hotel accommodation and transportation while in China.
Food Costs: ~US $43/day
Why You’ll Love It:
- Visit seven UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Forbidden City.
- Experience China’s growing contemporary arts scene.
- Explore the 798 Art District, a hub for modern Chinese art.
Peking University, School of Arts
School of Arts Peking University
Hongliulou, Peking University, No. 5, Yiheyuan Road
Haidian District, Beijing, China Post Code: 100871
end of May – June, 3-week campus abroad
Milan, Italy
Recognized as the fashion and design capital of the world, Milan is also a historic epicenter of European arts and culture. From the legendary La Scala opera house to masterpieces like Da Vinci’s Last Supper, the city embodies a fusion of classical heritage and contemporary innovation. Studying in Italy, students explore performing arts management and the intersection of arts and business, gaining an elite perspective on cultural leadership in one of Europe’s most influential artistic hubs.
Housing & Transportation: Included in tuition fees
- Note: MMIAM arranges hotel accommodation and transportation while in Italy.
Food Costs: ~US $50/day
Why You’ll Love It:
- Home to Da Vinci’s Last Supper and La Scala opera house.
- Recognized as the world’s fashion and design capital.
- Experience Milan Fashion Week and cutting-edge visual arts.