Courses in business French and other specialized areas are available for more advanced students. Non-language courses are available both in English and in French. Students live with families. Language instruction is included, and no prior study of Italian is required. Content courses often stress art and architecture, both of which are in abundance in and around Siena.
Students share apartments with American and Italian students.
Macerata, Italy Macerata is a city of 50,000 dating from the high medieval period. It is rich in examples of Romanesque, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. It is located 25 minutes from the Adriatic Sea, and about four hours from either Rome or Florence. The hilltop location ensures a mild climate. The academic program at Macerata involves less study of the Italian language than does that at Sienna, and more coursework in English.