Description

The Mediterranean Center for Arts & Sciences (MCAS) offers a wide range of liberal arts study abroad courses, in semester, quarter and summer programs. Each program offers a prescribed curriculum in the area of Mediterranean Studies -- with a focus on modern studies in the winter (January through March), and ancient studies in the spring (March through June).

All programs are combined with academic field trips (included in the program fee and an integral part of the program in Sicily) that enable students to explore the diversity of the Mediterranean world from a unique perspective. Experience the richly varied culture of this fascinating and mysterious island.

The Center has introduced two quarter (10 week) programs, in the fall and spring. For information on the semester program at MCAS, please see this page.

Winter Quarter program in Modern Mediterranean Studies (10 weeks)
The Winter Quarter program runs from January through March for a total of 10 weeks in Syracuse. All Quarter program students take the following courses, for a total of 13 credits:

Italian Language & Contemporary Culture
- History of the Modern Mediterranean
- Mediterranean Art & Architecture
- Mediterranean Landscapes
Get more information on Winter Quarter Courses at the MCAS website.

Winter Quarter program academic fieldtrips and site tours include Ortigia, Syracuse; Catania; Mt. Etna; Vendicari and a Palermo weekend tour.

Fall or spring quarter: 13 credits.
GPA Requirements: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Highlights

- As a participant on an Arcadia University program, you are guaranteed housing. Your program fee includes accommodation.
- Study 100 feet from the ancient sea walls of Syracuse, Sicily, in a 17th century palazzo.
- Immerse yourself in the study of Italian language and culture in the historic center of this legendary city.
- Earn credit at a renowned international institute with classes taught in English.
- Interact through weekly events with local students to hone your language skills, and gain an authentic sense of Mediterranean culture.
- Participate in exciting field-study excursions!

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Culture
• History
• Italian

Cost in US$:

Inquire about specific costs.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

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