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These multi-week adventures let you fully immerse yourself in the culture of another country. You’ll live independently in conveniently located apartments that offer you easy access to your city of study. Experience daily life like a local during the week, browsing markets and practicing the local language. Plus enjoy weekend group excursions with your Road Scholar Group Leader. It’s a second chance to study abroad!

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The historic Pont de Pierre bridge spans across a river in Bordeaux, France, featuring ornate lampposts and a cathedral spire in the distance.

Living & Learning in Bordeaux: Independent Stay & Study

45 days
(4.65)
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Starting at
12,399
France
Living & Learning
Make Bordeaux your home for six weeks and immerse yourself in French culture, history and cuisine as you explore the city on your own and join experts on educational field trips.
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People walk through a long, arched gallery with white columns and tiled floors, showcasing the unique architecture of Sevilla, Spain.

Living & Learning in Sevilla: Independent Stay & Study

45 days
(4.96)
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Starting at
11,199
Spain
Living & Learning
Discover the centuries-old city of Sevilla, gaining a comprehensive understanding of its customs, history, unique architecture and world-class museums as you learn Spanish by immersion.
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The ornate Fontaine de la Rotonde stands in a sunny city square in Provence, France, surrounded by trees and urban architecture under a blue sky.

Living & Learning in Provence: Independent Stay & Study

45 days
(5)
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Starting at
14,299
France
Living & Learning
Could you live like a true Provençal? Find out on this six-week learning adventure in Provence as you stay in a local apartment and learn the arts and history of the region.
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Tourists walk past tall ancient columns and stone ruins under a clear blue sky in Italy during a study program in Sorrento.

Living & Learning in Sorrento: Independent Stay & Study

45 days
(5)
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Starting at
12,999
Italy
Living & Learning
Have you ever dreamed of living like a local in Italy? Stay in your own apartment, take daily Italian language classes and discover the town of Sorrento on this six-week adventure.
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A woman looks up at historical religious frescoes on a hallway wall while living and learning in Siena, Italy.

Living & Learning in Siena: Independent Stay & Study

45 days
(5)
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Starting at
11,999
Italy
Living & Learning
Live like a local in Siena, Italy! Stay in an apartment and take local language classes while experiencing the culture, people and history of this region of Tuscany.
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Historic courtyard garden in Sicily, Italy, featuring ornate stone columns and lush palm trees, showcasing the region's rich architectural and cultural history.

Living & Learning in Sicily: Independent Stay & Study

45 days
(4.9)
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Starting at
9,399
Italy
Living & Learning
Live like a local in Sicily as you stay in your own apartment, take daily Italian language classes and explore culture and history through weekly lectures or field trips.
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A white boat floats on the Grand Canal in Trieste, Italy, with colorful historic buildings and outdoor cafe seating reflected in the bright blue water.

Living & Learning in Trieste: Independent Stay & Study

45 days
(4.33)
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Starting at
10,299
Italy
Living & Learning
Immerse yourself in the Italian port city of Trieste! Live in your own apartment, take language lessons, enjoy lectures and field trips and uncover the city’s fascinating history.
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