Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Italian] From San Francisco State University

The number of students in our classes is such that each student receives individual attention. Instructors are always ready to help. The Italian Program offers a comprehensive background in literature, linguistics, culture and civilization. These aspects, combined with constant practice in reading, writing, speaking and listening, give students broad educational experience, while a degree in Italian also prepares one for a specialized career.

Many people study Italian in order to become teachers, but those enrolled in other disciplines have found Italian useful as well. It is particularly pertinent to studies in Music, Art, Cinema, Archeology, International Relations, History, Business and Comparative Literature. At the same time, many are interested in Italian because of the cultural enrichment it offers. The study of Italian can be especially rewarding for those of Italian heritage.

All regularly-enrolled, full-time students of the San Francisco Consortium may register in a course offered by our Program if the desired course is not offered at their home institutions. Applications for cross-registration are available at the SFSU Registrar's Office.

All regularly-enrolled students may spend a year at the California International Programs' Center in Florence or at the University of Pavia where they can pursue their studies in Italian or other fields, receive credit, and enjoy some free time to travel.