For more than 25 years, the Verona International Program (V.I.P) has been dedicated to providing its students with the unique opportunity of studying and living abroad in Verona, one of Italy's most historic and culturally-rich cities.
While in Verona, students have the opportunity to participate in Italian courses provided by inlingua Verona, or to enroll in one of our Italian Culture Classes.
To complete the cultural experince we organize excursions and day trips, guided tours and recreational activities to take the students' experience far beyond the classroom.

Verona is the largest city in the northeastern region of the Veneto. It is extremely rich in history and culture and there is something for everyone here. Second only to Rome, Verona, a designated U.N.E.S.C.O. site, is the greatest home of Roman ruins, from the Roman Theater to the Arena, the only Roman amphitheater in Italy where full-production operas and concerts are still held.

Verona still remains a truly European experience. Not yet over-saturated with tourists or study abroad programs, it is still possible to sit at a cafe and hear Italian being spoken, giving students a true sense of immersion that is missing from other more touristic cities.

With its small city center and its lively atmosphere it is easy to feel at home, even after just a few days.

Our location is unmatched in its proximity to both the mountains and the sea - with the Dolomites to the north and the Adriatic to the east - you needn't travel far to find an outdoor adventure.

A quick scenic drive west through the world famous vineyard-filled countryside of Valpolicella will lead you to Lake Garda, Italy's largest and unarguably most beautiful lake.

Just a short walk away from the city center you can enjoy the scenery from the Torricelle hills, sourronding the center of Verona.

The Verona International Program has become a reference point for a number of Universities and Colleges in the USA and abroad. They use our services to organize specialized Study Abroad Programs in Verona for their students and faculty.
The Study Abroad Programs we coordinate are for different Colleges and Universities in the USA, among which Northeastern University, Colby College, University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia Southern University, Armstrong State University in Savannah.

In order to offer our students the most complete educational experience, we offer them the possibility to attend fully-accredited courses in cooperation with their home University.

ITALIAN COURSES
We organize Italian courses for all levels. Our method is based on direct communication: we teach students in a way that directly accesses the target language at hand instead of filtering it through another language. The primary aim of the inlingua method is to enable the learner to communicate as competently as possible in the foreign language.

Our Teachers are native speakers, trained in the inlingua method and people with broad interests. They involve students and continuously keep their level of attention high with stimulating topics.
Teachers are university graduates, native speakers and competent in both traditional teaching methods and more modern didactic approaches. They use a variety of techniques, ranging from role play and rhythmic exercises to games and quizzes.

Our textbooks are constantly updated by the didactic team at the inlingua headquarters in Bern. The materials include exercises and simulations.
The books are the didactic basis for our students' learning path, but they are integrated with authentic material taken from radio, tv, magazines, newspapers etc. The lessons in our textbooks are structured accordingly to the student's level.

To provide our students with a complete cultural experience, we couple Italian language training with different culture courses ranging from Ancient Roman History to Renaissance Art and Architecture, as well as Italian Food and Wine Classes. Our staff will help you in every stage of the program, from the early planning stages to the on-site coordination while you are here, to ensure that the students will have an unforgettable experience based in our beloved city.
Experienced bi-lingual staff members will remain with your group throughout the duration of your stay. Each guide possesses a thorough knowledge of Italy and the passion to share his or her expertise in the friendliest and most invigorating way possible.


CULTURE COURSE: ART AND THE CITIES

This course is designed so that the students will have a chance to discover the masterpieces and the artists who have made Italian art amongst the most famous in the world. The course includes a series of lectures dedicated to different aspects of the Italian Artistic heritage, including the Visual Arts, Architecture, Music, Theater and Fashion. It Includes an overnight trip to Florence and 3 days in Rome.

Italian Culture Through Food

This course is structured to give students an in-depth understanding of the Italian food traditions and of the techniques of Italian gastronomy. The course includes lectures with chefs and visits to olive oil plants, wineries and slow food establishments in the area.

We also organize cooking classes where students are guided through the hands-on preparation of various dishes, beginning with the presentation of local products and finishing with the history of each recipe. Each lesson ends with a convivial lunch or dinner in which participants can savour the delights of the dishes prepared, all the while putting their Italian skills into practice.

Wine and Olive Oil

Music and Theater

With the Arena as an extraordinary setting for the Opera Season, Verona is the perfect place for those who would like to take part in Music and Opera courses. We offer the
opportunity to experience the musical and cultural riches of Italian opera through study and performance in Verona.

Music and Theater

With the Arena as an extraordinary setting for the Opera Season, Verona is the perfect place for those who would like to take part in Music and Opera courses. We offer the
opportunity to experience the musical and cultural riches of Italian opera through study and performance in Verona.

Accommodations at Residence All'Adige

While studying in Verona, participants will have the pleasure of staying at the Residence all'Adige. Located on the lovely banks of the Adige River, the Residence is only a short walk or bus ride away from the historic city center. There are also several cafes, restaurants, and supermarkets that are within a five-minute walk from the Residence. The staff is incredibly helpful and always willing to assist their guests with any questions they might have about Verona and the surrounding region.

The reception is attended 24h a day. There is a large gym available and wide green park located behind the Residence along the Adige river. Wi-Fi internet connection is available in all apartments and in the premises. Coin-operated washing machines, dryers and an ironing room are all at the guests’ disposal.

The Residence is equipped with a variety of modern living styles and numerous amenities. Every room has a spacious kitchen, with dishware included, a refrigerator, a microwave oven, a dining area, a modern bathroom, and a living/sleeping area. Included in each room is a phone, WiFi capabilities, a satellite TV, a radio, a safe and best of all, a lovely terrace with either a city view or a river view. The Residence provides weekly cleaning and changing of linens, a complete gym on the premises, a breakfast area, and on-site laundry services.

The ground floor of the Residence all'Adige houses different air-conditioned classrooms varying in size, including a large conference room that can accommodate up to fifty students. All classrooms are equipped with the latest technology.

In addition to the various language and culture courses offered by the Verona International Program, we also allow for participants to customize their programs, offering various themes and excursions with flexible scheduling and duration. Thanks to Verona's ideal location and cultural significance within Italy and the rest of Europe, participants are never too far from their next adventure.

Some possibile outdoor activities can be mountain biking...

... day trips and visits to famous Italian cities ...

and sport events.

Are you ready for your Study Abroad adventure in Italy?
We are! :)