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IES Abroad Siena Summer - Tradition & Cuisine in Tuscany (Outgoing Program)
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Type of Program: Study Abroad Housing Options: Apartment
Area of Study: Culture, History, Italian, Italian Language & Literature, Sociology Language of Instruction: English, Italian
Minimum GPA: 2.5 Class Eligibility: 2 Sophomore, 3 Junior, 4 Senior
Program Description:
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Siena, Italy

Summer - Tradition & Cuisine in Tuscany

The city of Siena glowing in the sunshine with a view from the bottom of a hill

About the Program

Immerse yourself in Italian society, cuisine, and culture, while enjoying the summer in Tuscany. Enroll in a course on the unique history and tradition of the Palio and contrade (districts) of Siena or study Tuscan culture and cuisine. Get an insider's view of the Palio--a famous horse race that occurs every summer in one of the most recognized piazzas in the world, Piazza del Campo. Each race horse represents one of the 17 historic neighborhoods of Siena, to which Sienese identity is fundamentally tied. Discover how the Palio is not simply a race, but a combination of rituals, rules, and traditions that have roots going back to the Middle Ages. You'll also study the economic, socio-historic, and cultural aspects of Tuscan food by participating in cooking classes and visiting restaurants, gelato laboratories, dairies, and vineyards.
 

What’s Included

Personal Advising: Your IES Abroad advisor is here to help you prepare for study abroad.

Health & Safety: Your health and safety abroad is our highest priority.

On-the-Ground Staff: Our on-site staff and faculty are here to support you.

Cultural Activities: Our field trips and cultural events help you discover the culture and traditions of your host country.

At a Glance

Credits: 6 per Semester

Visa Required: Maybe

Housing: Apartment

Language of Instruction: English and Italian

Language Prerequisites: None

Scholarships & Aid

Our aid application allows you to apply online for nearly all of our scholarship and aid opportunities at once. With our High-Impact Aid Commitment we make sure that the most aid goes to students with the highest need. You can apply at any and we'll let you know your need-based aid status within five business days. Just make sure you meet the scholarship and aid application deadline for your term.

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Why IES Abroad

At IES Abroad, we're proud to be different. We can say that our academic standards are unmatched and our health and safety practices have set the standard for the field of study abroad. And all of that would be true.

But you know what really sets us apart? Our commitment to you.

As a not-for-profit study abroad and internship provider, you are our bottom line. Your success is our success. And in today’s world, that’s a pretty extraordinary thing.

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The IES Abroad Difference

Our mission is simple: to provide you with the best study abroad program possible—which includes the highest quality academic and cultural experiences.

Throughout your journey we're here to support you.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2026 04/01/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.