Study Abroad in Italy: History of Art & Italian Studies in Siena

Student overlooking Siena skyline

Siena, Italy: Is this study abroad program for you? CET Siena is for Italy-lovers who want to study it all and study it well: Italian language, art, history and culture. History of art courses are a program highlight, as they explore every fresco of beautiful Siena—a small Renaissance city less frequented by foreign tourists. Fast-paced Italian language courses cover one year of material during each term. University of Virginia oversees academics, making this program a good fit for serious students of all majors and Italian language levels who are excited for rigorous academics and full cultural immersion.

Study Abroad in Siena, Italy: Features

  • Academics overseen by University of Virginia
  • Italian language classes
  • No language prerequisite
  • Elective courses in history of art, studio art, film, literature and politics
  • Local roommates or host families
  • Traveling seminar, led by a faculty member, during the fall and spring
  • Students from all colleges and universities are welcome

Study Abroad in Siena, Italy: Details

Semester Fall 2012 Spring 2013 Summer 2013 Fall 2013
Application Deadline 05/01/12 10/15/12 03/01/13 05/01/13
Program Length 16 weeks 15 weeks 8 weeks 15 weeks
Arrival Date 08/22/12 01/23/13 06/02/13 08/28/13
Program Break Oct 15-19 Apr 1-5 NA Oct 21-25
Departure Date 12/16/12 05/11/13 07/27/13 12/14/13
Program Fee $18,990 $18,990 $8,990 $18,990
Recommended Credit 16 16 9 16