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Description

Students will immerse themselves in Italian life and language, and while learning about Florence, the city of Michelangelo and Brunelleschi. Excursions include travel to the Etruscan coast and medieval Assisi as the classroom goes on the road to learn about Italy's rich and varied history.

Highlights

Activities on the program are designed to integrate with the coursework, as well as to give students a chance to experience Italy outside of the classroom. CET will arrange a host of weekly lectures, extracurricular classes and activities, including visits to historical and cultural sites in and around Florence. All activities aim to show students a side of Italy that they might not be able to see on their own.

Activities will include some, but not all of the following, to be determined by on site staff during your stay:
* Florence bike tour
* Italian cooking class
* Trip to Siena
* Evening guided walk at the Cave di Maiano
* Trip in the Chianti area and visit of the San Galgano Abbey, where the legend of the sword in the stone was born
* Visit an agriturismo, a farm that welcomes tourists to experience or learn about different farming techniques, from making cheese to growing olives
* Visit a shop that produces leather goods and learn how different products are made
* Visit the Boboli Gardens

The Smithsonian Studies Abroad program in Florence is designed with three trips, introducing students to sites of historical and cultural importance. These trips are built around the academic schedule, so that students still meet for the required number of contact hours. In addition to the day trip to Siena students will travel to the Etruscan Coast and Assisi.

Type of Programs

• High School Study Abroad
• Language Immersion
• Cultural Exploration
• Adventure Travel

Languages

• Italian

Cost in US$:

USD 6,995

Cost Include Description:

* Full tuition, a curriculum of 59 contact hours for two full classes (Italian History and Culture will meet for 37 hours over three weeks and Italian language will meet for 22 hours over 3 weeks.)
* All textbooks and supplemental classroom materials for all courses
* Academic management and oversight, including curriculum and excursions
* On-site orientation to acclimate students, reiterate program policies and guidelines, and place students in language levels
* Double, triple or quadruple- dorm style occupancy accommodations throughout the program at Plus Students dorm in Florence.
* A welcome banquet, breakfast and dinners in dorm and lunches (either catered or with meal tickets) provided.
* Transportation to/from the airport
* Domestic transportation to program sites and activities, including weekend trips and day trips
* Activities and excursions, including lodging (when applicable) transportation, entrance and guide fees
* Services of dedicated CET staff, including Program Manager and Program Officer in Washington, DC, on-site Program Director, Resident Director and Resident Advisors
* Medical and evacuation insurance for students
* Pre-departure materials

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Italy

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of Maximum of 30

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 week

Smithsonian Journeys's Mission Statement

For 40 years, Smithsonian has tapped its resources, developed unique travel itineraries, and assembled the experts for the sole purpose of providing exciting educational travel experiences. As the largest, most diverse museum-based educational travel program in the world, our commitment to excellence is unrivaled. Smithsonian Journeys is a product that exemplifies our dedication to discovery. We invite you to join the adventure.

Year Founded

1970