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Improved memory, a longer attention span, and cross cultural friendships are just some of the benefits of learning a new language, especially Italian, which is one of the most romantic dialects in the world. Whether you strive to appreciate the richness of Italian theatre, literature, opera, or even just understand an Italian menu, knowledge of Italian is essential. Wandering amongst charming cobblestoned streets, people watching from the top of the Spanish Steps, or checking off every type of pizza and pasta on your foodie list is just that much easier with a handful of Italian words up your sleeve.
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Study Abroad at NYU Florence

Study at NYU Florence and experience one of the world's most cult...

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University Studies Abroad Consortium

USAC Italy: Torino - Intl. Business, Politics & Architecture

The Torino program is ideal for students who are interested in st...

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AIFS Abroad

AIFS Abroad in Florence, Italy: Semester

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Study Abroad in Italy (Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore)

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Study Abroad in Florence, Italy

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CIEE College Study Abroad

CIEE Semester Intern + Study Abroad in Florence, Italy

Your CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad program in Florence la...

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EF Education First

EF - Language Abroad

Step beyond the classroom and into the world with EF Language Abr...

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SAI Study Abroad at Florence University of the Arts (Italy)

SAI invites students to surround themselves with the refined beau...

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IFSA, Institute for Study Abroad

IFSA Chilean Universities Program, Santiago

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John Cabot University

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Study Abroad in Rome at John Cabot University

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Lorenzo de' Medici

Lorenzo de' Medici: Tuscania

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IES Internships - London Full-Time Semester Internship

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Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA)

SRISA Accredited Semester: Fine Arts, Liberal Arts & Design

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Accademia Riaci

2026 Summer Intensive Courses

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Florence Culinary Arts School (FCAS)

Italian Cuisine Professional Chef Training

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Authentica

Sustainability & Project-based Learning in Florence, Italy

Spend Spring (semester) or Summer 2026 in historic Florence, Ital...

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Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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Forum-Nexus Study Abroad

Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries in 1 Month

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A Guide to Studying Italian Abroad

Why Study Italian Abroad

Learning Italian will come in handy on a regular basis when you’re traveling as it will help you communicate with locals who only speak Italian smoothly and successfully. Plus, if you’re ever trying to make moves on a certain someone (wink, wink), saying, “Vuoi andare ad un appuntamento?” sounds much more romantic than, “Do you want to go on a date?” #datingadvice101

As you first start to study Italian abroad, the difficulty will give you the determination you need to really push yourself to learn and practice; imagine how impressed your date would be if you ordered your dinner in Italian? By studying Italian abroad, you will be more familiarized with the structure of the language, the pronunciation, and the intonation in real life situations. Not to mention practicing and listening to Italian in your daily life will increase the speed of your learning and keep you motivated to improve.

When studying Italian abroad, you won’t just be learning Italian; you’ll be learning about the charming Italian culture, in all its forms. Trying bruschetta or pear pasta for the first time, meeting locals in Piazza Trilussa, and learning about the gory history of the Colosseum, will introduce you to the peculiar social customs dell’Italia

There's no better way to truly begin to learn la bella lingua, than by getting to know the people who have grown up speaking Italian. By meeting Italian speakers and making connections, you may even start to pick up their habits and way of life. Learning Italian abroad will definitely make your experience of study abroad more enjoyable and fulfilling, not to mention the non-verbal communication you’ll learn along the way; Italians tend to use a creative collection of hand gestures while speaking. Bellissimo!

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December 05, 2025by: Tehami Ammad - United StatesProgram: Study Abroad at the University of Exeter
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Overall, my time in Exeter was phenomenal! The USF Semester in England program allowed our cohort the right window to truly feel a sense of home away from home in southwest England while remaining directed and specific in goals. With this, I was able to spend time getting to know both local and international students, participate in societies and events, and travel to nearby towns to get a feel for the broader English landscape. It was both fascinating and enjoyable to immerse myself in the culture whether through pub crawls and thrifting, fish and chips and cream teas, or hikes and train rides. In short, each new experience impels one to consider, what is uniquely British and not American here, but also what remains similar? Academically, studying abroad posed a unique but welcome challenge in the more self-directed, term-paper approach in Exeter instead of a structured weekly assignment schedule. Ultimately, the biggest lesson for me was actually being able to better appreciate the value of diversity in thought and the importance of travel to achieve this, and I continue to hope to encourage others to take this kind of chance since such opportunities are not so common in life.

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