This country is more than just the land of art, pizzas and pastas, it is also the land of cappuccinos, fashion, wines and a unique lifestyle. Learn Italian in Italy with Nacel!

We have study abroad programs for students and adults in very nice destinations in Italy: Rome, Milan, tuscany, Genova and more! Scroll down and discover your options abroad. 

Learn Italian in Italy - Private Italian classes in Italy - international student experiencing family life with their teacher

Private Italian lessons at a teacher's home in Italy

Broaden your mind in Italy! Learn the language, culture and traditions through this immersion program.
Stay at your Italian teacher's house and benefit from private Italian courses that will be very useful for you to understand the Italians during your stay. Discover the area in your free time and make new friends!

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  • From 12 to 99 years old

  • Length : From 1 to 40 weeks

From : 1 370 EUR

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Learn Italian in Italy - Homestay immersion in Italy - visiting Pisa

Homestay and School Immersion in Italy

Curious about the Italian culture? Learn more about our Homestay Immersion program in Italy! This program is a great way to improve your Italian, familiarize yourself with Italian culture, share the family life of an Italian family, and attend classes for a couple of weeks at a local institute. You'll meet new friends and discover the values and traditions of this beautiful country.


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  • From 14 to 18 years old

  • Length : 8 or 12 weeks

From : 3 640 EUR

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Learn Italian in Italy - Summer Homestay immersion in Italy - travel to Italy for a summer immersion

Summer Homestay Immersion in Italy (English native speakers only)

One of the best experiences! Practice your Italian during the summer homestay immersion in Italy. Live like a local italian. 
What better place to go on holiday than Italy! A country full of culture, art and tasty food. If you want to spend a few weeks abroad improving your italian level, to stay with a host family will allow you to get to know the country first hand. Dont be a tourist! 

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  • From 14 to 17 years old

  • Length : 4 or 6 weeks

From : 2 490 EUR

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Homestay Immersion with Italian high school experience for Australian students (December - January)

As an Australian student, you enjoy your summer vacations between November and January. Join us in Italy for a deep Italian language and culture experience!  Our Italian homestay immersion experience allows you to be part of an Italian host family, make friends with Italian teens, and explore the daily life of an Italian teen! Discover the joys of our student exchange programs in Italy for Australian students!

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  • From 14 to 18 years old

  • Celebrate Christmas in Italy!

  • Stay with an Italian host family

  • Total immersion in Italy

  • Go to an Italian School!

From : 3 640 EUR

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Classic High School Exchange in Italy

Become an exchange student in Italy and immerse yourself into the Dolce Vita lifestyle!
You are welcomed by an Italian host family willing to share with you the Italian language as well as their culture. You will go to school like any Italian student and make many new friends. 
Learn Italian abroad, choose a High School Study Abroad in Italy. Looking for a shorter experience? Learn more about our summer camp in Italy.

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  • From 14 to 18 years old

  • Length : Semester, Academic year

From : 7 590 EUR

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High School Exchange in an Italian Bilingual Boarding school

Looking for a different school year exchange in Italy? Experience a bilingual full-time boarding school in Italy with Nacel. 
You will live full-time at the school dorm (7-Day boarding school in Italy) with your Italian classmates and spend your weekends with the school staff to explore the region and do cultural activities. 

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  • From 15 to 18 years old

  • Length : Acadmic Year

From : 13 890 EUR

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Learn Italian in Italy - Italian courses in Rome - sightseeing in Rome

Italian school in Rome (Florence, Milan and Turin)

Live an adventure in Rome! It's your chance to live in Rome and immerse yourself in Italian culture!
Learn Italian with Italian courses for adults and students in the famous capital. Accomodation included! When you're not taking Italian courses at the language school in Rome, you can discover the city, eat pizzas and pastas and meet new friends! Interested in another city? We also offer Italian courses in Florence, Milan or Turin!

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  • From 16 to 99 years old

  • Length : From 2 weeks

From : 1 040 EUR

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Learn Italian in Italy - Italian Language and Cooking classes

Italian Language and Cooking classes in Florence

Learn Italian cooking while studying Italian. Set in Italy, this program offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Italian cuisine. Whether you are a cook or a food lover, this experience will improve your skills and deepen your appreciation of Italian culture and gastronomy.

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  • From 18 to 99 years old

  • Hands-on cooking classes

  • Authentic culinary experience

  • In the heart of Florence

  • Beginners welcome!

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Learn Italian in Italy - Italian Language and and Painting in Florence - art classes

Italian Language and Painting in Florence

Have you ever dreamed of learning Italian while improving your painting skills in the city that is the cradle of Italian painting, Florence? Well, now you can make that dream come true! The Italian Language and Painting in Florence one-month program includes 20 Italian lessons and 8 art lessons per week. It is for anyone interested in art. Are you ready to level up your skills with brush and paper? Get ready for an amazing journey of artistic growth!

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  • From 18 to 99 years old

  • Length : 4, 8, 12 weeks

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Learn Italian in Italy - Italian Language and and Fashion Design in Florence

Italian Language and Fashion Design in Florence

Explore the World of Fashion Design! Join us on a 4 to 12-week Italian and Fashion Design Course in the heart of Florence. Dive into the world of high fashion, menswear, and accessories. Improve your craft under the guidance of experienced professionals.

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  • From 18 to 99 years old

  • Length : 4, 8, 12 weeks

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Italian courses for Teens in Florence

Learn Italian in one of the most spectacular cities of Italy, Florence, the capital of Tuscany. This Italian course for Juniors in Florence offers a great mix between language classes and afternoon fun. A unique summer immersion experience in Italy.

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  • From 14 to 17 years old

  • Interactive lessons designed for teenagers

  • 14 to 17 years

  • Located in a beautiful historic building in the center of Florence

  • Homestay

From : 1 795 EUR

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Learn Italian in Italy - Beach summer camp in Italy - Beach fun

Italian Beach summer camp in Italy

Are you ready for an unforgettable summer filled with language learning, sports, and new friendships? Look no further than the Junior Summer Camp located close to Venice and Trieste, where teens aged 14 to 17 can immerse themselves in a fun and enriching experience.

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  • From 14 to 17 years old

  • Private beach

  • 24/7 supervision

  • Located in a residential and sport village

  • Visit Venice and Verona

From : 2 440 EUR

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A Legacy of Confidence and Success in Cultural Exchange

With decades of experience, certified quality, global partnerships, dedicated support, and a commitment to safety, Nacel ensures every student embarks on a transformative journey with confidence and trust.

Italian Language Courses, Tests and Exams

Convinced? Are you a beginner in Italian? Then have a look at our programs designed to help you to learn Italian in Italy! We offer classes from Basic Italian to Advanced. Our teachers will help you to improve the four language skills: reading, speaking, writing, and listening!

You may even take an Italian language test at the end of your experience. Italian language exams recognize your ability to speak and understand the language.

Why should you study Italian in Italy?

Understand why we think Italia is a wonderful place to learn Italian!

  • To learn Italian in Italy is the best and most affordable way to improve your Italian.
  • Enjoy the Dolce vita while you learn Italian in Italy.
  • After your Italian courses, discover the extremely rich culture of Italy: painting, sculpture, architecture…
  • Admire the landscapes of the Italian countryside once your Italian classes are over
  • Taste the Italian gastronomy, the emblematic recipes of pizza and pasta are not the only dishes you will find there.
  • While you learn Italian in Italy, immerse yourself in romanticism.
  • After your Italian courses, enjoy the beaches and the ski stations that you can both find in Italia.
  • Discover famous italian festivities, but also carnivals, and age-long folk celebrations while you learn Italian in Italy.
  • Our host families will know how to make you discover Italian culture after your Italian courses.
  • Nacel has more than 60 years of experience in language courses and high school programs and a language course leader in the French and European markets.

Since 1957, Nacel offers a wide range of Italian courses and high school exchange programs in Italy. Our Italian coordinators will make your language travel in Italy an exceptional and unforgettable experience.

We offer you Italian courses in the most beautiful destinations of Italy and you can especially learn Italian in Roma!

Invest in your education, learn Italian in Italy with us, and travel cheaper and more local. Hundreds of students have already traveled with Nacel. You are welcomed in the Nacel's family as well!

Do you want to know more about Italy?

Let us give you some key information:

  • Country: Italy
  • Inhabitants: 58,853,482 (2022 est.)
  • Climate: Predominantly Mediterranean; Alpine in far north; hot, dry in south
  • Capital: Rome
  • Government type: Unitary parliamentary republic
  • Currency: Euro (EUR)
  • Main religions: 84.4% Christianity, 11.6% no religion, 1.0% Islam, 3.0% other
  • Language: Italian (official)
  • Fiesta nacional: Republic Day, 2 June (1946)
  • GDP per capita: $ 54,258 (2023 est.)

Italian belongs to the Romance Languages family. Italian is mostly spoken in Italy and Switzerland but is also used in some countries in South America, Africa, and even in the USA. Italian is considered one of the most romantic languages in the world.

Source: Wikipedia.

Did you know that Italy...

... has breathtaking landscapes? Whether it's beaches and coastlines like the Amalfi Coast or the Alps like the Dolomites, the country appeals to all tastes.

... is home to renowned artists? We can mention Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli. There are many masterpieces to explore.

... is known for its reference in fashion? Brands such as Gucci, Prada, and Versace are Italian.

... is home to the Leaning Tower of Pisa? World-famous, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is almost 57 meters high and has an incline of around 4 degrees.

... is famous for its pasta and gelato? That's right! Pasta dishes such as pizza, spaghetti, ravioli, and lasagna can be found all over the country. Oh, and gelato for dessert is not to be missed.

Imagine enjoying all this and learning Italian in Italy. Come with Nacel, book now.

How can you apply for a student visa to Italy?

The following are some tips to help you plan an extraordinary study trip. Let's talk about the student visa for Italy.

First of all, you must have a valid passport and make sure it is valid for the entire duration of your stay.

The other important step in applying for a visa is filling in the application form. To do this, you will need to understand which visa is right for you. There are different types of Italian visas, depending on the period you decide to study, the age and origin of the student.

The next step is to prepare evidence, if necessary, such as an admission letter from your chosen educational institution, financial proof, and proof of health insurance.

You can understand the details by answering a questionnaire on this website, just click here to access it.
Remember! We will always be on hand to guide and advise you.

Is Italy the right Study Abroad destination for you?

Contact us now! Whether you decide to go to an Italian language school, an exchange program in Italy or to live in total immersion in an Italian family, we offer a whole range of programs to meet your needs, and allow you to learn Italian in Italy!

If you wish to discover the magnificent Roma or the beautiful and scenic Italian countryside, take the opportunity to live a matchless experience thanks to our Italian courses, and learn Italian in Italy with us!

Book an Italian language course in Italia with Nacel!