Italy Preview
A Study Abroad Opportunity for Transfer Students
Spend Spring Break immersed in the culture of Italy
and earn two credits!
Don’t miss your chance to explore one of the world’s most distinctive countries where history, culture and cuisine combine for an unforgettable experience! View famous art, visit historic sites, discover unique neighborhoods and outdoor markets, relax in an outdoor café, and sample Italy’s famous dessert, gelato, as part of a two-credit spring course that begins in Glenside and culminates in Italy.
Arcadia's College of Global Studies will plan social activities in the evening as well as some meals to immerse students in the Italian culture.
What does the Italy Preview experience include?
- Roundtrip airfare and ground transportation
- Programmed activities
- Hotel
- Some meals
- Two credits
Total value of the Preview Program, available only to new full-time transfer students, is more than $2,800, but is offered to full-time Spring 2009/Fall 2009 transfers for only $495 thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor.
How do I earn credits for a trip to Italy?
Italy Preview’s participants will meet for class on Thursday evenings beginning in late January next year and concluding in late March. Students must attend class if they want to go to Italy. Students will be notified in the fall semester about the time and location of the classes. Participants will also complete a group project to be presented to the University community upon return to Glenside.
Who is eligible for Italy Preview?
All new full-time transfer students who remain in good standing, and are enrolled full-time at the time of departure can participate in Italy Preview the following spring.
Who will accompany transfer students on this study abroad experience?
Each cohort of 20 transfer students will travel abroad with one faculty and one staff member, as well as Arcadia's Italy staff.
Do I need to know Italian to participate?
No. This opportunity is open to students with and without Italian language competency.
Is this program restricted to students in specific majors?
Italy Preview is open to transfer students in all majors.
How do I sign up?
All eligible students are notified by e-mail in early fall about the online registration. The deadline for Preview registration is mid-October with payment and passport copy due December 1. Current students will received specific details by e-mail. A fee waiver is possible for students with financial hardship. Honors students are not required to pay the program fee, but are responsible for passport/visa fees, meals and incidental expenses.
Contact Evan Williams at 215-572-2836 or transfer@arcadia.edu for more information or to express interest in this program.
