Intensive Italian Language
through Culture
Discover Italy • Learn Italian • Travel Europe

Intensive Italian Language
Summer Program

Welcome to the Umbra Institute’s Intensive Italian through Culture Program! Immerse yourself in a dynamic 6-week experience, specially designed for students eager to explore the beauty of the Italian language and actively engage in contemporary Italian culture. During the program, you’ll cover the equivalent of two semesters of Italian language and cultural studies for a total of eight (8) semester credits.

Our approach is all about active participation, as you’ll be involved both in-class and in a range of interactive co-curricular activities alongside Italian students. From language exchanges and dinner socials to cinema nights, bike tours, day trips, cultural workshops, museum visits, and guided tours in Italian, you’ll be fully immersed in the vibrant Italian way of life. We offer a flexible schedule with classes and activities held four to five days a week, allowing you to make the most out of your time abroad.

Courses Offered

The program designed for students at the 200-300 level of Italian only.
ITAL 211S: Intensive Italian through Culture: Intermediate
ITAL211S is the equivalent of ITAL201 and ITAL 202.

ITAL 311S: Intensive Italian through Culture: Advanced Intermediate
ITAL311S is the equivalent of ITAL301 and ITAL 302.

Our dedicated Italian Faculty will guide you through this enriching journey. We believe that this program offers a perfect blend of language instruction and cultural immersion, providing you with invaluable linguistic and intercultural skills that can open up exciting opportunities for your future, whether in graduate studies or Italy-related career paths.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore Italy, improve your language skills, and connect with the rich cultural heritage of this captivating country. Join us for an unforgettable summer of learning, adventure, and personal growth!


Co-Curricular Activity Series

All activities are conducted in Italian:
• Benvenuto Dinner
• Day Trip to Tuscany
• Language Exchange with Locals
• Local Artisans Exploration
“Serate in Cucina” Culinary Delights:
Aperitivo Workshop
Visit to Perugia Theater Morlacchi
Wine Tasting with Sommelier
Local Food Festival Visit
Day Trip Assisi and Spello
Perugia 1416 Festivals
Cinema Night under the Stars

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Dates, Fees & Deadlines

Program Dates: May 31-July 13, 2024
Application Deadline
: April 15th
Program Fees: $7,495.00

Fees Include: Tuition for Academic Program, Course Materials, Field Trips and Activities, Housing, Airport Transfers in Italy (FCO-Perugia-FCO), Orientation, Institute & University Facilities, Umbra-sponsored Cultural Activities, Student Services and 24-hr Assistance, Official Umbra Transcripts.

Program Fees do not Include: Airfare, Meals, Insurance.


Apply Early!

Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible to ensure they get their first-choice course selections and have plenty of time to prepare and plan for an amazing immersive all-inclusive summer in Italy!

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Summer Scholarships and grants are also available to all Spring 2020, Summer 2020 and Spring 2021 applicants affected by the COVID-19 crisis. If you applied for any of these terms, you qualify for these special incentives.