Description

The Liberal Arts study abroad program in Ferrara, Italy is designed for students with 4 or more semesters of Italian language who want to be immersed in the culture of their host country by studying in a small Renaissance city. Students will improve their Italian language skills and take content courses in Italian.

Academic Program
The CIEE Study Center in Ferrara opened in 2003. The Liberal Arts program began in spring 2006. This program is designed for students with intermediate to advanced Italian language skills with a strong interest in immersing themselves in the language and culture of Italy through intensive Italian language study and content courses taught in Italian. Students with a very high level of Italian also have the opportunity to enroll in a regular university course at the University of Ferrara.

Academic Culture
The courses are designed for U.S. undergraduates, and the teaching and learning methods will be familiar to most students from the U.S. However, all classes are taught by local faculty and require students to work independently outside the classroom. Learning takes place through a coherent blend of lectures, group seminars, visits, and practical work. Most U.S. students consider the courses to be rigorous in comparison to courses at their home universities. Classes take place Monday through Friday.

Highlights

• Study on a program which offers highly effective and innovative Italian language teaching for intermediate to advanced level language students
  
• Speak Italian every day in a true Italian environment
  
• Visit local festivals, art museums, and cathedrals, and join in group dinners
  
• Get to know nearby cities such as Mantua, Bologna, Siena, Pisa, Verona, and Padua
  
• Enroll in university courses and study alongside Italians if you have advanced language skills

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing

Program Fees Include:

The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local and regional excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

*Students in the homestay option have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee. No meals are included in the residence option.

Experience Required

yes

• Overall GPA 2.75
• 4 semesters of college-level Italian or the equivalent

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays
• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Scholarships are Available

We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application
• Other

CIEE's Mission Statement

Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.

Year Founded

1947