Overview

It is the intent of the Italian program (ITAL) from University of Maryland to bring its students to a linguistic and cultural level of understanding, so that they are able to participate actively in on-going events, both cultural and technological, in this dynamic country.

The Italian program offers a range of courses well suited not only for students who are preparing themselves for graduate study, research or other professional development in the field of the humanities, but also for those who are specifically seeking a teaching career in education.

Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to communicate effectively in writing in Italian;

Students will be able to express knowledge of Italian culture and society orally at the intermediate level according to the ACTFL Standard scale;

Students will be able to summarize, understand and interpret written texts in a variety of genres and topics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intensive Intermediate Italian

Review Grammar and Composition

Reading and Writing in Italian

Intermediate Oral Communication

Italian Composition

Advanced Oral Expression: Current Events

Advanced Composition and Style

Italian Literature

Cuisine, Culture, and Society in Italy Yesterday and Today

Survey of Italian Literature I: From the Middle Ages to the Renaissance

Survey of Italian Literature II: From the Renaissance to the Present

Survey of Italian Society and Culture: From Fascism to the Seventies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-20 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Italian studies View 141 other Bachelors in Italian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application

We strongly encourage you to apply by the early action deadline to receive priority consideration for admission, merit-based scholarships and invitations to special programs. Applications must be completed online.

Non-refundable application fee of $75

Two letters of recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are required for a completed application: one from your school counselor and one from a teacher.

Official copy of your high school transcripts

Official copy of your college transcripts (if necessary)

Activities and awards list or resume

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

40254 USD / year

≈ 40254 USD / year
Out-of-State

40254 USD / year

≈ 40254 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10490 USD / year

≈ 10490 USD / year

Living costs

College Park

United States

1676 - 2838 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

College Park

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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