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University of Georgia Study Abroad Program

Cortona, Italy

Description

Cortona is built on the crest of Monte Sant-Egidio and is surrounded by a massive ancient city-wall. Looking from the top of the city wall, one can see one of the finest and widest views in Italy; the wide fertile plain of the Valdichiana, with the mountains of Siena at the far end and the great shining expanse of Lake Trasimeno in the distance.

Students can study art in beautiful Cortona at the Lamar Dodd School of Art. The small, safe town located in Tuscany offers numerous cultural activities and a rich, historical environment where students can easily merge with the normal lifestyle of a typical Italian community. This program is designed to provide a challenging opportunity for the serious student who wishes to combine international travel with an intensive period of studio and classroom work. Courses are taught by professors from UGA and other universities in the US and Italy. Courses are taught in English; however, Italian classes are taught partially in Italian. Fall and Spring semester students are required to take an art history class.

During this exciting semester program, students will take day-long field trips to nearby locations such as Perugia, Assisi, Arezzo, Florence, Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Siena, Ravenna and others.  Overnight trips to Rome, Venice, Naples and various other cities are also offered.

Students have access to new technology, including: 14 new G5’s a large format color printer, standard printer and scanners. There is also an on-site library of well-selected volumes related to the courses offered in Cortona. Also, the public library in Cortona is open for those who read Italian.

For more information on The University of Georgia Cortona Program, consult the school’s website at:  http://art.uga.edu/cortona/

Dates

Students may participate in this study abroad program during fall semester, spring semester or summer session.  Fall semester runs August through November, spring semester runs February through May and summer session runs June through August. 

Eligibility

This is an undergraduate study abroad program.  Applicants must be junior status, enrolled as degree seeking students at UWM.  Two semesters of college Italian or the equivalent, and an overall 2.5 GPA and 3.0 major GPA are required.  Applicants may be called in for a personal interview.

Courses

Students take courses in the subject areas of studio art, art history, Italian language and Italian culture.  Please click on the link to view the current list of course offerings in Cortona: http://art.uga.edu/cortona/

Cost

The basic price of the 2008 program is estimated at $10,548.00 for Spring and Fall. The Summer session is estimated at $8,231.00. If you elect to stay more than one semester, you can receive a reduction in cost. Program fee includes a shared dorm-style room, breakfast everyday and dinner Monday through Friday, hotels and travel in Europe with the program, international I.D. card and university credit ( the maximum number of credit hours allowed will vary depending on the term you attend.) No meals are provided while the program is in Venice. Program fees DO NOT include trans-Atlantic airfare.

Housing

Spring, Summer and Fall students live in a renovated 15th century monastery in multiple-bed dormitory rooms with shared, modern bathrooms.  During the summer some students live in an active convent near where classes are held.

Getting Started: A Step-by-Step Guide to Study Abroad