Overview

You’ll be encouraged to immerse yourself in Italian literary and cultural history and to question many of the stereotypes that continue to circulate, in America but also in Italy, about that very history. This bachelor degree in Italian is offered by Cornell University.

Italian is the language of everything from one of the most vivid imaginings of the afterlife (Dante’s Divine Comedy) to one of the most vibrant immigrant communities in modern North America. It’s also the language of espresso and Chianti, prosciutto and ricotta. Whether you’re interested in exploring the culture responsible for this formidable culinary legacy in the world, or whether you’re curious to learn more about the rich poetic tradition that Italian’s unique musicality has made possible; whether you’re drawn to Italy’s films, its operas, its landscapes, its cities, or its saints—our Italian program has something to whet your appetite.

Key Facts

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Perspectives in Italian

The Cinematic Eye of Italy

Languages/Literatures/Identities

Saint Francis

Vogliamo Tutto
The Italian 1970s

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-02 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Duolingo English Test

130

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ithaca, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Italian studies View 144 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

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Schedule TOEFL®

Duolingo English Test

130

Take A Free Practice Test!

Other requirements

General requirements

Basic Requirements

Choosing a College

Application

Application Supporting Materials

Cornell University Supplemental Information

Official Transcript

Standardized Test Scores

Application Fee

Interviews

Additional Submissions

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

71266 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 71266 USD per year during 48 months.
National

71266 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 71266 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

48010 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 48010 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Ithaca

1128 - 2460 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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