To apply, submit the following documents to the Program Director:

• Application
• Housing security deposit*
• Language proficiency form (for non-Nazareth students only)
• Signed release and liability form
• Transcript
• Two letters of recommendation (for non-Nazareth students only)

*The housing security deposit of $300 is due by September 1 (Fall Semester), January 1 (Spring Semester), or June 1 (Summer Semester). Checks should be made payable to "Nazareth College Pescara Program" and mailed to the address below. This deposit is returned after the semester unless there are damages to the apartment, in which case students will remain responsible to Nazareth College for any repair/replacement costs that exceed the deposit.

The housing deposit and documents should be sent to:

**No documents should be sent to Pescara. Registration happens through Nazareth College's Registrar's Office.

Application Deadlines:

• Spring Semester: October 15th 
• Fall Semester: March 15th
• Summer Semester: March 15th

Semester: The cost of one semester in Italy is equivalent to the on-campus Nazareth College cost. The price includes:

1. Room and board in Pescara from the time of departure until the day of return. 
2. Three excursions are included in the cost of the program (Venice, Florence, and Rome).
3. Tuition 
4. Not Included: Airfare, textbooks/materials, additional independent excursions.

*Full payment must be made prior to departure.

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Financial Aid:

Students participating in the study abroad program in Pescara are eligible for all financial resources as if they were studying on the Nazareth College campus, except for the Room Grant which is only applicable toward on-campus housing. Detailed information is available in the Financial Aid Office, Smyth Hall, Room 43.

Scholarship:

The Quinn-Metz Scholarship, and other scholarships, for studies in Italy are available to students planning to study in Italy through the Nazareth College's Pescara program. All students who apply and are accepted for the program will be eligible to be considered for these scholarships. Awards will be distributed through the Financial Aid office in students' financial aid packages.

*Several scholarships available through Casa Italiana.

SPARK Grant (Freshman, Sophomores and Transfers)

Refund Policy:

The refund policy is in accordance with the Bursar's Office of Nazareth College.

Classes will be held at Università di G. d 'Annunzio. These classes will be conducted by Italian professors in an authentic Italian environment. This is not an institute for foreign study. It is an actual Italian university at which one can interact with other Italian students in all classes.

Courses:

All courses will be selected from the university's course book. A meeting will be held with Dr. Maria Rosaria Vitti-Alexander to review the selection of these courses.

Textbooks:

Textbooks are available at the bookstore across the street from the university. The prices of books vary.

Evaluation:

Class attendance is compulsory for Nazareth students. All absences are recorded and made a part of the student's final record. Students are evaluated on attendance, participation, and their final examination grade. 

Examination:

Final examinations are required in all courses, and are given at the end of the semester. Arrangements made by the professors at the University. 

Credits:

A maximum of 15 credits is allowed to each student per semester. The administration reserves the right to cancel or change any course or courses.

Read more about the three excursions to Venice, Florence and Rome that are included in the program fee!

Students will reside in an apartment during their time abroad.

Behavior:

All students are expected to abide by the regulations, and conduct themselves as representatives of Nazareth College and their country. The administration has the right to require the withdrawal of any students whose moral conduct or academic performance warrant such a measure.

Information for Students & Parents:

As explained in the application materials, an Italian Student chosen by our Pescara Director, Professor Anna Maria Cantalini, will help you while attending classes at the Università di G. d 'Annunzio in Pescara (some courses may be offered at the Chieti campus). Nazareth College students will take the final exams at the end of the semester. Professor Emanuela Ettorre, the faculty member in charge of the Exchange Program at the Università di G. d 'Annunzio in Pescara/Chieti, will sign the students' "attestati" (exam evaluations) prior to their departure.

The departure date for Fall & Spring for our students is set according to the Erasmus schedule (Erasmus is the language program for foreign students in Italy). Students will arrive at the Fiumicino Airport in Rome. In Rome, they will take a direct bus from the airport to Pescara. Professor Cantalini will meet the Nazareth students at the Pescara bus station. It is important that the students strictly adhere to the above dates specified in the deadlines and it is absolutely necessary that they communicate via e-mail their flight number and time of arrival to Professor Cantalini and to Professor Vitti-Alexander.

Professor Cantalini will also assist students in organizing their weekend trips to Venice, Florence, and Rome.

Contact Numbers in Pescara:

Professor Anna Maria Cantalini:
Via Canonico 3/1
65125 Pescara, Italy
Cell: 011 39 (if calling from the States: 347-824-5274)
annamaria.cantalini@gmail.com

Professor Emanuela Ettore:
Tel.: 085 4537823 
Email: emanuela.ettore@unich.it

Emergency (Police):
For emergencies simply dial 112

A valid passport and visa are required for this program since it is longer than 90 days.

Student Visa Requirements may be found on the Consular website; however, you must meet with Dr. Vitti-Alexander to review and complete all necessary forms prior to submitting your visa application; please schedule an appointment with Dr. Vitti-Alexander (mvittia6@naz.edu).

Please note: visa appointments must be booked online, and are by appointment only; Dr. Vitti-Alexander will assist with preparation of documents.

*Courses subject to change and based on availability.

University Gabriele D'Annunzio Courses:

• Translation Theory and Practice
• Bosnian/Croatian/Montenegrin/Serbian Literature
• American Literature II
• English Literature
• Sociolinguistics
• General Linguistics
• Philosophy of Science
• Film Studies
• Sociology of Violence (may be available at Chieti Campus)
• Sociology of Gender & Sexuality (may be available at Chieti Campus)
• Environmental Sociology (may be available at Chieti Campus)
• Germanic Philology
• Civilization of English Speaking Countries
• English Literature
• American Literature I-II
• Logic and Language
• Arabic Language
• Business classes in English are available to students both semesters; Examples:
• Relational Marketing
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Public Service Performance
• Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital
• Management of Innovation
• Commercial Writing

Conservatorio Luisa D'Annunzio Courses:

Pescara Music Conservatory "Lusia D'Annunzio," renowned cultural center in the musician and musicological fields, gathers students belonging to a wide metropolitan area presenting a high population density and showing a strong international inclination. It pursues a policy for the growth of training value, and is oriented to the research and the production of both classical music belonging to the western tradition and to more recently developed musical fields, such as popular music, jazz, and music therapy.

• Music (instruments, voice, composition, etc.)
• Music Therapy 

Interested students should contact Maria Rosaria Vitti-Alexander at: (585) 389-2688 or (585) 389-2465.

Internships at the Pescara Residential Program are semester-long, credit-bearing courses that follow academic criteria applicable at Nazareth College.

Students interested in an internship may be placed with one of several Italian or international companies located in Pescara. Internship positions are available in the business sector and in non-profit organizations. Students pursuing an education degree can intern with local high schools and on campus as English tutors.

Internship appointments usually require a functional command of Italian, but companies often want to have students with good English speaking and writing skills. Any formal business courses or job experience will be a plus for students.

Students studying for the academic year (2 semesters) can be placed into an internship that more accurately reflects their professional interests. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Coordinator of the Pescara Program to discuss their specific interests.

Internships placements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Abruzzo International Airport
• Music Conservatory of Pescara
• “Isabella Gonzaga” Linguistic High School
• Italian Visionnaire
• Voglia d’Abruzzo
• Fondo Fai Ambiente
• Grand Hotel Adriatico
• Region of Abruzzo

Interested students should contact Maria Rosaria Vitti-Alexander at: (585) 389-2688 or (585) 389-2465.