Western Civilization: Pre-college Program
France
Greece
Italy
- Florence:
Florence
- Rome:
Roma (Rome)
Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks and 5-8 weeks
Dates: June 28 - July 26, 2007
Description:
Our pioneer program on Western Civilization is designed for serious, motivated and adventurous students in grades 10-12, who are eager to learn first hand about the origins and evolution of Western thought, culture and art. The program follows the path of Western Civilization from Ancient Greeks to Ancient Romans, continuing to the Middle Ages, Renaissance and, finally, to the Enlightenment. Abbey Road staff and students will spend one week in each city, staying together in hotels and hostels.
Highlights:
Language, Culture, Travel, Recreation and Fun: * Travel and study in three of Europe's most beautiful countries * Read and discuss key authors from each historical era * Explore important monuments and museums * Recreation like tennis, soccer, swimming and biking * Great shopping, cafes and restaurants * Outdoor nightlife * Nighttime activities like movies and concerts * Beach excursions * Excursions to Delphi, Siena, San Gimignano, Pompeii, Versailles
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Type of Programs :
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- Cultural Exploration
- High School Study Abroad
- Student Tours
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Languages :
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- English
- French
- Greek
- Italian
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Cost Include Description:
All-inclusive Fee: Covers airfare from New York, all tuition and tutoring, transportation, housing and meals, activities, travel excursions, and medical, accident and travel insurance.
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
Participants Travel
Independently
Or
in Groups
Application Process Involves:
- Transcript
- Written Application
Abbey Road Overseas Programs's Mission Statement: Abbey Road offers summer cultural and language immersion programs in Spain, France and Italy:
* We emphasize real cultural and language immersion
* We combine serious learning and great fun
* We balance structured time and free time
* We hire the best staff -- experienced, caring and fun
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