Spring 2026

SRISA offers American University level undergraduate courses taught in English in a variety of areas of study. All classes, with the exception of Italian Language, are taught in English. Most students choose to study for one or two semesters. Spring 2026 term is 15 weeks long and students enroll in 12-16 credit hours.

Classroom Structure & Instruction:

Academic Lecture Classes meet twice a week for a total of 3 contact hours per week. Classes combine in-class lectures, discussion and on-site visits and instruction. Most academic courses are reading and writing intensive and will require a minimum of 6-9 hours of work outside of regular class-time.

Studio Art & Design Classes:

These hands on courses meet twice a week for a total of 6 contact hours per week. Studio courses combine practical lessons, in-class demonstrations and slide presentations. When possible students go on-site to work or visit exhibits or museums of relevance to the subject being studied. All courses require outside work and in-class critiques, both group and individual. Advanced studio courses may require written assignments and many require students to keep a sketchbook.

Grading and Evaluation:

Students are graded using the American University model of evaluation.

Registering for Courses:

To register for courses students should complete the Course Registration Form.

Students can register for (5) courses of their choice for a total of 15-16 credits.

Italian Language is not required, but is highly encouraged for the enriching cultural benefit the language provides.

Students may enroll in a maximum of (4) Studio Art courses per semester.

Students must provide alternatives to their first choice courses or their course registration will be considered incomplete.