Description

Taormina is a quaint medieval town perched on the summit of Mt. Tauro , in the northeast corner of the island of Sicily. Taormina’s amazing views of the turquoise Ionian Sea and Homer’s mythical Mount Etna have captivated artists, photographers and writers for centuries. The 2000+ year old Greek Theater, only steps from campus, hosts contemporary and classical concerts, opera, ballet, plays and events, as well as an International Film Fest in June ongoing since the 1950’s. Along the narrow medieval streets are architectural gifts from the many civilizations which ruled Sicily since its early Greek years, including a Roman amphitheater, Norman castle, Byzantine fountain and Arabic palace. Students also can enjoy the internationally renowned beaches of Taormina. The warm, clear Ionian Sea provides relaxation after class and weekend fun. The well-known Sicilian hospitality encourages students to participate in the social rhythm and allows for easy integration.

Languages

• Italian

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Italian
• English

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Varies per term. Visit the API website for more information.

Program Fees Include:

PRE-DEPARTURE SERVICES: Advising, @api Online System, Orientation Materials and Resources, Mobile Phone, Peer Mentors, Social Networking, Scholarships

ON-SITE SERVICES: Airport Reception, Resident Director, On-Site Orientation, Housing, Tuition, Tutoring, Medical & Life Insurance, Excursions (overnight, day), Social & Cultural Activities, Welcome and Farewell Group Meals, Volunteer Opportunities

RE-ENTRY SERVICES: Re-Entry Materials & Support, Post-Program Evaluation, Transcript, Alumni Network & Professional Development Opportunities

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Written Application
• Letters of Reference
• Transcript

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Academic Programs International (API)'s Mission Statement

Academic Programs International, API, is an educational organization dedicated to providing challenging and enriching study abroad programs for our students. The experience of living, interacting and learning in an international environment presents invaluable opportunities for each student's academic and personal development. All of our academic and extracurricular offerings are selected with the goal of helping students to grow more self-aware and culturally sensitive. We envision each student evolving from a tourist to a resident to a global citizen, and API is dedicated to supporting this lifelong process. API is committed to providing the best comprehensive study abroad experience possible with personal attention available to our students throughout his or her program, and to working closely with home universities to offer support before, during and after the education abroad experience.

Year Founded

1997