Students enrolled in the NECA Summer Programs can choose 2 courses, thus earning 6 U.S. credits. Students have the option of choosing just 1 course (3 credits) at a lower cost. Students should choose a second choice of courses in case one or more courses may not be available for any reason.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
June 2 – June 29
The definite schedule is given to students at the Orientation Program in Florence.
June 2:
Students enter their accommodation.
Some stores are closed on Saturday afternoons and Sundays. Restaurants and few supermarkets will be open so students can buy food or supplies for the first days in Florence.
June 3:
Orientation at NECA facilities
Welcome Dinner (Typical Tuscan dinner)
June 3:
Classes begin
June 8:
Afternoon excursion to the hill of Piazzale Michelangelo for a stunning view over the city and a visit to the 1,000-year-old church of San Miniato
June 8:
Excursion to the hill-top town of Fiesole, plus typical lunch
June 9:
Excursion to the Tuscan town of Pisa
June 11:
Morning excursion to the open-air market at Cascine Park
June 15:
Excursion to the Tuscan town of Greve in Chianti, in the heart of the Chianti area with typical Chianti lunch
June 18:
Educational guided tour and dinner at a restaurant
June 24:
Public holiday in Florence – the Feast of St. John the Baptist, the Patron Saint of the city
Dinner and meeting in the city center to watch the fireworks along the Arno River
June 25-28:
Reviews and finals
June 28:
Farewell Dinner
June 29:
Students leave their accommodation
Dates of excursions may be modified due to logistical factors, transportation strikes, etc.
Additional excursions may be added depending on students’ interest.
The school opens on June 3 and closes on June 28.
Note: The facilities will be closed on weekends and on days with no classes, unless otherwise specified.
ITALIAN PUBLIC HOLIDAYS DURING THE PROGRAM
June 24 – Feast of St. John the Baptist, the Patron Saint of Florence
