Perugia, Italy

Program in Brief
This fall or spring semester program offers all majors an education at the Umbra Institute in Perugia, Italy. In Perugia, the rolling hills of Umbria and Tuscany are at student's fingertips. Within a 100-mile radius you will find Rome, Florence, Siena, Assisi, Cortona, and the many hilltops towns of Umbria and Tuscany. At Umbra, students study throughout Italy sampling the many treasures of the great cities. It is difficult to think of a more suitable backdrop for study abroad in Italy. The academic program is taught in the American university tradition and is composed of two parts - a compulsory Italian language component and an elective component composed of courses taught at the Institute.

Orientation
There is a mandatory set of pre-departure orientations at LVC for all students planning to participate in the program. Students also attend an on-site orientation once they arrive in Perugia.

Housing and Meals
Students are housed in furnished, shared apartments located close to the program site. Students are responsible for providing their own meals, which can be prepared in their apartments. Linens are included.

Academics

The program at the Umbra Institute has two components: Italian language and culture courses, and program of elective courses. All students are required to take Italian language for a total of six credits, which fulfills the foreign language requirement at LVC. Students then enroll in three elective classes taught in English:

Possible elective course subject areas (three credits each):

  • Archeology
  • Art History
  • Business and Economics
  • History
  • Italian culture
  • Literature
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • Studio Art

Cost

  • LVC tuition and fees
  • LVC room charges

Travel, board, and personal expenses are NOT included in these fees. Fees subject to change.

Dates
Fall or spring semester

  • Application timetable: Applications should be received by March 15 for Fall; October 15 for Spring.
  • $25 deposit is due w/ application.*
  • Accepted students owe $475 program deposit.*
  • Packet of forms is due April 15 for Fall; November 15 for Spring.
  • Fall semester in Perugia (approx. 15 credits): early-September to mid-December.
  • Spring semester in Perugia (approx. 15 credits): early-January to late-April.

*The $500 program deposit will be credited to the student's account in the Business Office for the start of the off-campus semester. The $500 deposit will be forfeited on student withdrawal from the program.

Language of Instruction
English and Italian

Eligibility Requirements
Students from any major who are in good standing (2.75 GPA) may apply.

Group Excursions
The group participates in an organized orientation program with time in Rome, Perugia, and "Discover Italy" excursions. Course related field trips, weekend excursions, and cultural activities with the local universities may include visits to regional trade and production sites of ceramics, olive oil, wine, fabrics, and more.

Semester Break
During the week of fall or spring break, students will be able to explore more of Italy, including the magnificent islands. Many of the past participants have ventured to Greece and throughout Europe.