Italian Courses in Milan
Milan is the second largest city in Italy and the country’s main business center. It is a cosmopolitan city where you will find people from every region of Italy and from many countries of the world. Built in the IV Century BC by Celtic tribes and conquered by the Roman Empire the city was later ruled by several different cultures such as the Spanish, the French and the Austrian Empire before finally being incorporated into the Italian Reign in the late XIX century. At this time Milan experienced a marked industrial growth that continues to this day when it has become of of Europe’s main financial centers, home of all major banks and the most important Stock Exchange in Italy. Unfairly considered of minor importance in the historical and artistic fields, Milan is a city where ancient times meet the modern age: in Milan you can see the Castello Sforzesco, the Last Supper by Leonardo Da Vinci, the Duomo (third largest in the world), the Galleria Vittorio Emanuel II, the world famous Opera House La Scala but you can also walk around the modern shops of the “Fashion District” where all the best known fashion houses have their boutiques. During the evenings you can enjoy a fantastic “aperitivo” in one of the hundreds of bars and cafes in Navigli, an area with a large concentration of art studios and cafes next to the city’s canal.
Italian Courses in Milan, Italy at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
The Scuola Leonardo da Vinci is located inside a student campus in the Navigli area. It is well connected to the center of town via subway and bus service. All classrooms are air conditioned, and the campus has a park and a bar/cafeteria. They offer Italian courses in Milan for all levels.
The Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Italian schools teach their Italian Courses according to the Direct Method: from the first day on, at all levels, only Italian will be spoken in class. The spoken language is the most important part of the tuition. Continually promoting the use of verbal communication permits you to learn Italian “naturally”, to unite theory with practice with greater ease and to increase your knowledge quickly and with confidence. In advanced courses greater emphasis is given to the written language.
The Italian teaching staff consists of young teams of experienced Italian language teachers, all of whom studied at the University and who have been specially trained in teaching Italian to foreigners.
Most of the teaching materials used on the Italian Courses have been developed by the Scuola Leonardo Da Vinci school and are continually updated using the most recent foreign language research.
But teaching Italian does not consist, for the staff at the Scuola Leonardo da Vinci schools, in just teaching grammar and vocabulary. They want to allow their students to gain insight into the Italian way of life and culture. This is why they offer, in addition to the Italian language courses, a whole range of optional activities to their students.
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Scuola Leonardo da Vinci – Italian Courses in Milan
(All programs: NO application fee. A non-refundable USD 100.00 deposit is required at the time of enrollment. Deposit will be subtracted from final program invoice. See Application Procedures.)
All courses: minimum age 16. Each lesson is 45 minutes. Prices include: placement, assessment and final tests, teaching materials (basic course material for Art courses), free internet access, certificate of attendance and student card. A school enrollment fee of $88.00 must be added to all course prices listed below.
Italian Courses in Milan – Course Options:
Intensive Italian Courses – Group course (12 students maximum per class). 20 Italian language lessons per week (4 lessons per day from Monday to Friday). All levels from Beginner to Advanced.
Super Intensive Italian Courses – Group Course (12 students maximum per class). 30 Italian lessons per week (6 lessons per day from Monday to Friday). All levels from Beginner to Advanced.
Intensive Italian PLUS 5 Group Course – Group course (12 students Max. in group class) PLUS one-to-one Italian lessons. 20 Italian language lessons per week of Standard morning group classes PLUS 5 hours a week private instruction in the afternoon.
Private Italian Courses – One-to-one Italian language lessons – All prices per week: 15 or 20 Italian language lessons per week (other options available, contact us for pricing). Private courses can start any Monday of the year!:
Italian Courses in Milan – Prices 2023:
| Course | One week | Two weeks | Three weeks | Four weeks | Six weeks | Eight weeks | Twelve weeks | Twenty Four weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive Italian Course: | $269 | $478 | $717 | $956 | $1,219 | $1,625 | $2,294 | $3,728 |
| Super Intensive Italian Course: | $436 | $741 | $1,111 | $1,482 | -- | -- | -- | |
| Intensive Italian PLUS 5 private less. Course: | $538 | $1,016 | $1,523 | $2,031 | -- | -- | -- | |
| Private Italian Course (15 lessons/wk.): | $980 | $1,876 | $2,772 | $3,668 | -- | -- | -- | |
| Private Italian Course (20 lessons/wk.): | $1,278 | $2,473 | $3,668 | $4,863 | ||||
| "La Dolce Vita" 50+ Course for Senior Citizens: | $712 | $1,424 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
IMPORTANT: a USD 88.00 school registration fee must be added to all course prices.
2023 Starting dates for Group Italian Courses: Complete beginners MUST start on the following dates: 2, 16 or 30 January / 6 or 20 February / 6 or 20 March / 3 or 17 April / 2 or 15 May / 5 or 19 June / 3 or 17 July / 7 or 21 August / 4 or 18 September / 2 or 16 October / 13 or 27 November / 11 December. ALL other levels may start ANY Monday.
Holidays 2023: School is closed on 6 January, 10 April, 25 April, 1 May, 2 June, 15 August, 1 November, 8 December. The school will be closed from 23 December 2023 until 1 January 2024.
Special Italian Courses in Milan:
NEW! “La Dolce Vita” – 50+ Italian Courses and Culture Programs for Senior Citizens: A course specifically designed for students over 50 years of age. One or two week course combining 20 Italian Language lessons during the mornings with daily activities and excursions during the afternoons. Important Note: A minimum of 3 students is required for this program to be offered. In case there is only one participant enrolled at any given time, the morning classes will be substituted with the Intensive Plus course (see above) and all standard organized activities during the week will be offered free of charge.
La Dolce Vita Sample Activity Program:
One week Program: Orientation tour of the city; Guided tour to the ‘Museo della Scala’ and Brera district; Traditional Italian dinner; Participation at a Classical Concert or Opera; Visit to the “Foundation Giuseppe Verdi, the House for Musicians”.
Two week Program: One Week Course schedule listed above is followed by: Weekend excursion to Como or Verona; Visit to Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Last Supper’ and Santa Maria delle Grazie church or to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology; Walking through the district of the ‘Navigli’ (Art studios and Antique shops); Guest lecture at the Music School of Milan; Shopping in via Monte Napoleone (Fashion and Prêt à porter shops); Typical Milanese ‘Aperitivo’ .
Prices include: 20 Italian Language lessons per week, afternoon activities and excursions (Mon-Fri), placement, assessment and final tests, teaching materials, free internet access, certificate of attendance, and student card. Accommodations in host families are available upon request. See below for pricing.
Starting dates 2023: 27 March, 8 May, 18 September.
“La Dolce Vita” 50+ Italian Courses – Prices 2023:
School enrollment fee: $88.00
1 week program: $712.00 // 2 week program: $1,424.00
Accommodations in a host family in single private room with breakfast daily. Double rooms are available at reduced rates for students traveling together, please contact us for details.:
1 week: $287.00*, 2 weeks: $394 to $544.00*
Important note: host family accommodations are paid directly to the host family upon arrival. *Prices listed are for budgeting purposes and subject to change due to currency fluctuations. Students will be advised of actual amount to be paid in Euros at time of registration.
Other Italian Courses also available: Please call us or e-mail us for prices and schedules on the following courses.
– “Italy Today” course – a combination of language training and introduction to art, culture, history and folklore as well as discussions on the current social and political climate in Italy.
– Italian for Business and Commerce.
– Business Correspondence.
– Italian for the Hotel / Hospitality Industry.
– History of Art.
– Italian Cuisine or Italian Wines Courses. Evening sessions once a week – each session last approximately 3 hours: USD 130 per session for Cuisine course, USD 130 per session for Wine course. Language level recommended: elementary and above. Prices for evening courses are subject to change. Please confirm price at time of enrollment.
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci – Accommodations in Milan
The Scuola Leonardo da Vinci offers accommodations in carefully selected host families and shared apartments. The following prices are provided for budgeting purposes only. Important: Payment for accommodations is done directly to the host family / landlord upon arrival in local currency.
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci – Accommodation Prices 2023:
| Housing Description | One Week | Two weeks | Extra weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Host Family: Single room, breakfast: | $287 | $394-$544 | Approx. $293 |
| Host Family: Single room, Half board | $394 | $620-$777 | Approx. $418 |
| Apartment Share: Single room, no meals & kitchen privileges | $256 | $350-$370 | Approx. $256 |
* Important Note: a refundable deposit of 100 Euros is required for all apartment accommodations. This deposit is refunded upon departure. Any verifiable damage caused by the student will be deducted from the deposit.
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Milan – Activities
Every month the Scuola Leonardo da Vinci school offers and activity program which includes a number of varied outings and get-togethers including museum and gallery visits, dinners, dancing and excursions. The activity program is designed to complement their Italian Courses by giving students the opportunity to experience the local culture. Some activities are offered free of charge while others involve a nominal fee. A welcome party and a tour of the city is arranged at the beginning of each monthly session. Optional weekend excursions are also arranged at reasonable cost.
Airport Transfers: Available upon request at additional cost. Transfer from Milan Malpensa airport: USD 165 each way. Transfer from Milan Linate airport: USD 90 each way.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Prices are subject to change due to fluctuating foreign currency rates.