Courses

The program requires a minimum of one Italian language course based on your proficiency. Choose your electives from the academic options listed below for a total of 15 credits.

• Please review your courses with your academic or study abroad advisor to ensure they will transfer back to your home school and that you are following your home school’s policies.
• Please be flexible – we can’t guarantee specific courses. If your participation in the program depends on a particular course, be sure to make a note on your online course form.

Special Considerations

• Arcadia+ Optional Arcadia Internship: Complete an internship placement arranged by Arcadia that allows you to work virtually and earn academic credit alongside your Sant’Anna courses. See the Internship Placement Guide for information about placement possibilities, including organization locations throughout the world. 
• Students must take at least one Italian language course. You will take a placement test during orientation to confirm Italian proficiency level.

Choosing Your Courses

Refer to the Sant’Anna Institute website for course descriptions. Detailed syllabi are available upon request.

• Course Offerings
• Honors Semester Research
• Internships (Requires additional application materials)
• Italian Language

Most courses use a textbook or a “reader,” a packet of information compiled by the professor. You will receive more information regarding course materials on arrival.

WHEN COMPLETING YOUR COURSE SELECTION FORM:

• Review all course information for the program carefully.
• You are highly encouraged to enroll in at least one Italian language course.
• Secure approval for at least 6 elective courses.
• Please list courses in order of preference.

ARCADIA+ INTERNSHIP CORNERSTONE COURSE

You must enroll in the Internship Cornerstone Course if you select an Arcadia+ Internship placement.

Enrollment Process

Official course registration will be confirmed upon arrival. The online course form you submit prior to acceptance is not set in stone.

Miscellaneous Fees

The internship course has an additional fee which is not included in your program fee (see our Estimate of Additional Expenses).

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