Italian

Overview

Benvenuti!

Italian is the sixth most studied language nationwide, and the number of U.S. students of Italian is growing. Furthermore, Italy is the second most popular destination of U.S. study abroad students who recognize the value of proficiency in Italian, spoken by approximately 66 million people worldwide, and the importance of knowledge about another culture, an essential part of preparing for a successful career in a globally interdependent world.

The Italian program boasts a highly accomplished faculty whose goal is to guide students toward mastery of the spoken and written language and familiarize them with Italy's rich cultural heritage.

Whatever your interests, whether you are fascinated by Italy, wish to explore your Italian heritage, or always wanted to speak another language, our program is designed to help you acquire fluency in Italian and familiarity with Italian culture. A presto!