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Study in Salerno, Italy

Italian Language Program

 

Experience the lifestyle of Southern Italy while learning the Italian language at a local school. Salerno, Italy, an ancient city with a modern feel, is located on the beautiful Amalfi Coastline and is close to famous destinations such as Pompeii, Naples, and Capri. Your mornings will be spent learning the Italian language in a classroom setting, while afternoons are free to explore the area and make friends with your classmates. Optional afternoon activities are organized by the school to help you learn more about the area and Italian culture as well as have fun.

Who can apply?
Students 15 – 19 years old. No previous knowledge of Italian is required for this program.

Find out how to apply, or download the application here.

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Please send completed applications to the following address:

AIFS Foundation / American Youth Abroad
River Plaza
9 West Broad Street
Stamford, CT 06902

Courses
This language school offers Italian lessons (beginner through advanced levels) for students of all ages, young teens through seniors. Classes meet daily, Monday through Friday, in the morning hours. Afternoons are spent with classmates or your host family. The school will organize various optional excursions and events (sporting events, tours, parties) in which students can participate.

Program dates* Dates subject to change
2, 3, and 4 week courses available
Start dates: June 24, July 8, or July 22

Accommodations
Students will have a single room in the home of a local, carefully screened family. You will be provided with breakfast and dinner each day. Host families are typically within a 15-minute walk of the school.

Program Fee

2-week $3,300
3-week $3,700
4-week $4,100

Fee includes:

  • $500 application fee
  • Proficiency test given on first day of classes
  • Italian language training (20 lessons per week)
  • Round trip airfare from New York, NY, to Naples, Italy
  • Ground transfers between Naples and Salerno
  • Medical insurance
  • Classroom books and materials
  • Accommodation in a single room in a local home
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Certificate of attendance at end of course

Not included

  • Spending money
  • Passport processing fees
  • Bike rental, optional
  • Daily lunches
  • Optional events and tours offered through the school
  • U.S. domestic round trip airfares to/from New York

Credits
Transfer of credits is not guaranteed. Students must check with their high school advisor.

Application Deadline
May 15

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