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IFA Gap Year in Italy: Italian Language & Cultural Immersion

by: Italian for a While

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Become Italian for a While—the IFA Gap Year is for students, young adults, graduates, digital nomads, professionals, and more. Immerse yourself in the Italian language, life, and culture while gaining new friends. Take courses at an accredited local university to learn, become confident in Italian, and grow among international peers. IFA Gap Year - 8 to 12 Months Combine language study, cultural ...

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Program Highlights

Choose from 10 iconic Italian cities: Rome, Milan, Venice, Naples, Florence, Genoa, Torino, Lucca, Cefalù, and Sestri Levante.

Pick your choice of accommodation from 3 options: homestay, private apartment, or shared apartment.

Attend an accredited institution, with all courses offered in each city reputable and officially recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University, and Research.

Receive 24/7 IFA support; our team is always available throughout the program to assist you so your experience is worry-free.

Join our community to communicate with others passionate about La Dolce Vita and access valuable resources (tips, webinars, free Italian classes, and more) before, during, and after the program.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Venice, Italy
  • Florence, Italy
  • Rome, Italy
  • Milan, Italy
  • Naples, Italy
  • Cefalu, Italy
  • Lucca, Italy
  • Genoa, Italy
  • Turin, Italy
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundGap Year Timing:
  • Post High School
  • During College
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Language Immersion
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

4

If you are able to come here, I would!

by: Elliet SethProgram: IFA Gap Year in Italy: Italian Language & Cultural Immersion
10

It was always a dream to come live abroad and experience Italy first hand. Italianforawhile was able to make that dream a reality for me. Coming here has been a life changing experience and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I’m learning Italian, experiencing the culture, and meeting new friends for life. If you are able to come here, I would!

Given my naturally reserved nature, I needed to immerse myself in a dynamic and practical community to achieve my goal of speaking Italian. Thanks to Italian for a While and its collaboration with Accademia Italiana, I had the opportunity to experience the wonderful Neapolitan region in a unique way. Studying Italian in Naples allowed me not only to learn the language but also to immerse myself in Italian culture through organized activities, the knowledge of the teachers, and the time spent, al...

It has been my dream to return to Italy and to reconnect with my culture after being away for 20 years and Italian for a While made it possible. They were amazing at helping me with the entire process from applying for visa to fitting into the Italian culture, I always felt welcomed and supported, especially if I was finding it difficult to integrate into the culture. All in all, I definitely felt Italian for a while.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Venice, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Types
  • Language Immersion

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Language Lessons
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Some Program Activity Costs

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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