Summer Study in Pisa, Italy

  Italy

• All Other Areas in Italy: 
Pisa

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 13-July 25 2009

Description: Located in the North-West Tuscany region of Italy, Pisa is characterized by narrow streets, picturesque piazzas, and many historic and artistic monuments such as the Leaning Tower, symbol of the city. As a famous university city, Pisa is very lively. Its center is full of all types of meeting places: cafeterias, restaurants, pizzerias, inns, discos, and live music venues. Along the Lungarni or in the adjacent streets of Piazza Garibaldi, you can immerse yourself in the Pisan dolce vita, making a stop for a beverage and a chat in one of the many caffés packed with students. Lying a few kilometers from the sea, Pisa enjoys a Mediterranean climate with sunny days and average summer temperatures ranging between 65-82 degrees F. The beach of Marina di Pisa is about 15 minutes away, and bus transportation makes it an easy commute. Pisa also offers visitors a series of summer folk events. Students can take advantage of Pisa's proximity to other major cities in Italy. It is connected to Florence with a frequent train service linking the two cities in about an hour. Pisa is also on the Rome-Genoa line with frequent trains in both directions. In addition, there is daily shuttle ferry service from nearby Livorno to Elba, Capraia and other islands in the Mediterranean sea. Galileo Galilei International Airport is located in Pisa. It is the most important airport in Tuscany, connecting the city with major Italian and European destinations.

Highlights: Intensive six-week program in a university town where students will be immersed in the language and culture. Two credits may be taken for the price of half of one credit during a normal semester at Bryn Mawr. Students develop language skills as they experience the culture and food of tuscany. The location allows for travel as classes run Monday through Thursday thus giving three-day weekends. Program is open to ALL (female & male) students in good academic standing at their institution. 1 credit: Non-intensive Elementary Italian; 2 credits: Intensive Elementary Italian; 2 credits: Intensive Intermediate Italian; 1 credit: Art History - the Art of Pisa & Tuscany; as well as other 1 credit literature, culture & film courses depending on students interest

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: ~$4800

* Based on current exchange rate, for staying in local 3-star hotel

* Includes excursion to Florence connected to courses and miscellaneous
expenses (i.e. museum entrance fees)

Please Note: Fees, including tuition, will be refunded to students who withdraw by April 30th. Half of the tuition will be refunded to students who withdraw between May 1st and June 1st. There will be no refunds after June 1st.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Italy Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 2-8

Scholarships are Available. Limited scholarships are available to qualified students. All scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic excellence and financial need. Please note that the maximum amount that can be awarded is a full tuition scholarship. Scholarship application forms may be obtained by e-mailing pisa@brynmawr.edu. Scholarship applications should be received by March 1st.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Bryn Mawr College's Mission Statement: A six-week intensive program in the heart of the tuscany region, Pisa. Students develop language skills as they experience the culture and food of tuscany. The location allows for travel as classes run Monday through Thursday thus giving three-day weekends. Program is open to ALL (female & male) students in good academic standing at their institution. Two credits may be taken for the price of half of one credit during a normal semester at Bryn Mawr.

Year Founded: 2005