Description

Looking to study abroad as well as immersing yourself into the local language? Then a semester in Italy with Arcadia may be just what you're looking for. Arcadia has collaborated with the esteemed Universita del Salento to create a unique program in southern Italy that caters to the needs and academic interests of serious ItalianLecce BeniCultural students. Students who wish to immerse themselves in Italian culture will find the program in Lecce to be a delightful and challenging alternative to the many established programs of northern and central Italy.

The program immerses students in the Italian language and culture by enrolling them at one of the finest universities in the south of Italy. Located in the Puglia region (easily recognized on a map as the "heel" of the Italian "boot"), Lecce has long been a respected center of learning. That tradition continues at a university known throughout the country as a leading center for scientific and engineering research, as well as one with distinctive specializations in linguistic, classical, and literary studies.

Credits and Grades
You will earn the following hours of credit.
* Fall semester: 16 credits.
* Spring semester: 16 credits.
* Academic year: 32-36 credits.

Admission Requirements
GPA Requirements: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

All students must have 2 semesters (or the equivalent) of prior Italian language study to participate in the program. You must be in good academic standing and not on disciplinary probation. You need to submit a complete application including a transcript, letter of recommendation, and an advisor's form before your application will be considered.

Highlights

A unique feature of the Arcadia program in Lecce is the opportunity for students to enroll in courses alongside Italian and other international students at the Università del Salento. In order to prepare students for the immersion experience, all program participants must have at least 2 semesters of prior Italian language study. Students are also required to complete an intensive language course at the Università del Salento's Centro Linguistico di Ateneo prior to the start of the academic semester/year. Please click here to read more about the Università del Salento and program options.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Inquire about specific costs.

Program Fees Include:

Tuition, housing, academic advising, pre-departure services, host country orientation, host country support, health and accident insurance, ISIC card, and Arcadia University transcript.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Arcadia University: The College of Global Studies's Mission Statement

The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University advances the University's mission to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing global society. Because international learning is an essential component of an effective undergraduate education, Arcadia is committed to providing high-quality, academically sound and experientially rich study abroad programs and support services to a wide range of students and institutions. Aspects of this mission have existed throughout the history of The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University and today the mission is at the core of everything we do. One of the ways we apply it to our programs is through the Arcadia Commitment.

Year Founded

1853