SUMMER 2026 APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026

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Program Information

Location & Dates:

Location: Perugia, Italy

Session 1 Course Dates: June 3 – 30, 2026

Session 2 Course Dates: July 6 – 31, 2026

Course Information:

Title: Italian Language and Culture in Perugia

Course: 6 credits of Italian

University: L’Università per Stranieri di Perugia

Housing: Students rent shared apartments off-campus

Students will study Italian language and culture at one of Italy’s oldest and most prestigious Italian institutions specializing in the teaching of Italian language. Students will be tested prior to departure to determine their appropriate level and will then be placed accordingly. Classes run for 18-22 hours per week, depending on their level, Monday through Friday. Classes are taught in Italian by University professors who are experts in their field. Perugia is the capital of Umbria and located halfway between Rome and Florence. ***A recommendation letter and a one page statement of purpose is required for this program. Please submit them directly to the program coordinator Olivia Tursi via email at olivia.tursi@qc.cuny.edu.***

All levels are welcome, beginner through advanced. This program is one of CUNY’s most affordable study abroad options. Please contact the program coordinator Olivia Tursi at olivia.tursi@qc.cuny.edu for more information.

Program Cost

Cost paid to Study Abroad Office: $400

QC Application Fee

$400

**Not included in the above cost:

CUNY tuition for in-state, matriculated undergraduates:	$1830
Housing:	~$600 per month (estimate)
Airfare:	$900 – $1800 (estimate)
CISI Insurance:	$61
Minimum Budget for Meals and Personal Expenses:	$25 to $30 per day