General Terms and Conditions
Every year, the Istituto Italiano di Cultura makes available a number of scholarships for U.S. students to study Italian language and culture in Italy, at various private schools throughout the country.
The scholarships provide either a free admission or a reduction on the prices of the language courses in schools, academies and centers offering Italian classes for foreigners. Airfare and all additional expenses are the responsibility of the student. Students can inquire directly with the school about available lodging options.
To apply for the scholarships, candidates must live in the Institute’s area of jurisdiction: Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
How to Apply
- Consult the list of schools offering scholarships
- Send either a letter or an e-mail requesting a scholarship to the following address or e-mail:
Istituto Italiano di Cultura
Scholarships
500 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1450
Chicago, IL 60611
iicchicago@esteri.it
- Candidates must indicate the specific course dates and the name of the school selected. You can list up to three schools of your choice in order of preference.
- Please also state if you have been the recipient of other scholarships from the Istituto in the past.
Candidates will be contacted by our office as soon as possible, usually within 3 weeks of receipt of your request.
Priority will be given to those students that have attended ItalCultura.
The Italian Cultural Institute disclaims any responsibility with regard to the quality of the courses and the services provided at the center in which students will avail their scholarship.