Location: The school is located in the Heart of the Old City of Florence near Piazza del Duomo. From here you can reach the most famous squares and sights in a few minutes' walk.

School Size: The maximum capacity of the school allows for as many as 180 students.

Class size: The maximum class size is 12 students.

Timing: Peak season is summer (July through September) so register early if you intend to study in Florence at that time.

Start dates: Jan 2, 16, 30, Feb 13, 27, Mar 13, 27, Apr 3, 10, 24, May 8, 22, Jun 5, 19, Jul 3, 17, 31, Aug 14, 28, Sep 11, 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4 of 2006.

Holidays: Jan 6, April 17, Jun 2, 29, Aug 15, Nov 1, Dec 8 in 2006.

Duration: Classes run year round and begin on Monday. They run in weekly increments with a minimum being 2 weeks.

Minimum age: 17

Content: The school uses the Direct Method: from the first day on, at all levels, only Italian will be spoken. The spoken language is the most important part of the program and continually promotes the use of verbal communication allowing the student to learn Italian 'naturally', to combine theory and practice smoothly, and to increase knowledge of the language quickly and with confidence. Students are encouraged to practice spoken Italian in real-life situations, with the teacher, and with other participants, in pairs and groups. In advanced courses the written language will also be promoted.

Books: Basic text and exercise books have been developed by the school. These books are used in conjunction with authentic teaching materials such as newspaper and magazine articles, audiovisual materials, and activities inside the classroom. These materials are provided by the school and are included in the price of the program. However, you are expected to provide your own dictionary.

Homework: Homework is given each day to reiterate what was taught in the classroom. Homework usually takes about 1 hour to complete.

School Features: The Florence campus offers a lounge with coffee and tea machine, a classroom with video facilities for film evenings and audio facilities. All Italy schools are handicapped accessible.

College Credit: College credit for Italian 101 and 102 are issued by Edgewood College in Wisconsin. Those interested in obtaining academic credit from Edgewood College to be transferred to their university should first contact their registrar to confirm that academic credit from Edgewood College is transferable. If it is, please download and fill out the form below and send in with registration form.