High School Language Immersion Programs in Rome

Rewrite your high school experience while walking among ancient ruins and sampling the world’s best gelato! By going to a local school, you’ll be immersed in the Italian language and culture. At night, you’ll go home to your host family and community, where you’ll discover the delights of Italian hospitality and home-cooked meals. Mealtimes are social event, lasting for hours on weekends or holidays. Be prepared for generous portions, strong coffee, and tasty treats. Italians know their bread and cheese, so you’re bound to taste some incomparable pizza and pasta. This is your chance to learn the ins and outs of Italian daily life. As a country known to excel in art, architecture, food, and culture, Italy is an ideal place to step outside of your comfort zone, become a cultural insider, and engage in an exciting new adventure.

Strengthen your Italian skills surrounded by 3,000 years of history. Embark on four weeks of language immersion in the colossal capital of Italy. After language classes, practice your new skills through conversations with local teens at markets, shops, and the lively piazzas that dot the city. Step back in time while exploring ancient and iconic sites like the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and the Vatican. Marvel at Renaissance masterpieces, like the Sistine Chapel and the Raphael Rooms, and gain a deeper understanding of Italy’s vital artistic contributions to the world. At your homestay, grow your Italian language and culture savvy while cooking and sharing authentic Italian meals with your host family. On excursions, venture to ancient Tivoli, a hilltop town with stunning Italian gardens. Plus, visit the excavations of Pompeii, a once bustling southern city that was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. In and out of Rome, you’ll not only grow your Italian but also experience the extraordinary art, vast history, and irresistible flavors of southern Europe.

World Class Programs offers high school students the opportunity to study abroad in Florence, Italy. Our summer program is designed for teens from all academic backgrounds who are excited about immersing themselves in Italian culture and lifestyle. This pre-college program offers various course study options, including Art History, Fine Arts, Philosophy, Photography, Architecture, Italian language, and Tuscan Cuisine. Students can choose a major course for daily focus (Monday to Friday) in the mornings for three hours. Then, they attend elective classes, each lasting two hours, three times a week in the afternoons. On weekends, they go on day trips around Italy to explore cultural differences from city to city. Locations vary yearly; previous participants have visited Cinque Terre, Siena, Pisa, and Venice!

At Oui-Connect, we specialize in short-term homestay immersion programs that offer American teenagers the opportunity to experience life in Spain and France. Designed for participants aged 13 to 17, our programs run from June to August and last between two to four weeks. During this time, students live with volunteer host families, fully immersing themselves in the culture and language for a truly transformative experience. Through 100% immersion, participants not only enhance their language skills but also build meaningful connections and gain a deeper understanding of daily life abroad. From the moment you register to the end of the program, our team is dedicated to providing personalized support and ensuring a seamless, enriching journey for both students and their families.

Savor the tastes, traditions, and culture of Italy on a journey that blends food, family, and history. Begin in Rome, exploring ancient landmarks like the Fori Imperiali while receiving introductory Italian language and culinary training. Travel north to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, to admire world-famous art and architecture. Continue to Cosenza to discover medieval towns and authentic southern cuisine. Immerse yourself in local life during a 10-day homestay, where you'll share meals and experience the rhythms of daily Italian living. In Asti, refine your culinary skills at the Agenzia di Formazione Professionale delle Colline Astigiane, a prestigious cooking school. Learn to craft Italian classics such as risotto, focaccia, tiramisu, and regional specialties from Piedmont. Through hands-on lessons, tastings, and visits to farms and culinary institutions, you’ll explore how food, culture, and sustainability intertwine—ending your journey with reflection in Asti before departing from Milan.

CIAO ITALY, experience living with an amazing family while attending a local high school and really living the true experience as you have a full immersion and improve your speaking skills. Study Abroad Campus Education works with partner organizations in securing high quality placements for international students in a language school or a local school in Italy. Program participants are placed with a well-selected local family in the country. The program is open to students within the age range of 14-17 years old. School study group tours are also available for interested language groups or schools. The programs include the following: - 3, 5 month cultural exchanges in ITALY - Accommodation with an amazing quality local host family - Full board and private room - Attendance at a local school - Airport transfers - Health insurance - Local coordinator available 24/7 - Local telephone sim card