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Adult Language Courses

2026-2027 CALENDAR 

FALL TERM: September 14 – November 19

WINTER TERM: January – March 11

SPRING TERM: March 29 – June 7 (No class on Memorial Day, May 31) 


NOW offering classes Monday through Thursday, with  morning,  afternoon

and evening sessions-available both IN-PERSON and ONLINE

Advanced

Advanced Practice and Consolidation

Practice and Consolidation (C1)

Practice and Consolidation (C2)

Course Information:

Classes are offered once per week for ten weeks, with each session lasting 2 hours. Tuition: $350

All students are required to hold active ICC memberships. Adult classes are for students who are 18 or older.

Attendance of at least 70% of the classes and passing a test are required to progress to the next level.

Punctuality in arriving at the class starting time is kindly required to avoid class disruptions.

The ICC requires a minimum of 5 students in any group class. When enrollment drops below this number, students are offered the option of remitting a tuition supplement. If all involved students agree to the supplement, the class can materialize. All tuition is due in full before the first class. Class registration is not transferable to another person. All group classes will close after the first week of class, and no new students will be added. No discounts apply to private, semi-private, customized courses or workshops. Cancellations of private or semi-private lessons, made less than 24 hours in advance, will be charged at the normal rate of tuition.

For online classes:   

If you do not receive a Zoom link and class details by the day before your first-class session, please check your spam folder. Language sessions are not recorded for students who miss a class. Active participation is key. Video and audio must be turned on; auditing the class without interaction affects the class dynamic and is ultimately not conducive to learning. Zoom group classes are limited to 8 students per class. However, ICC reserves the right to adjust the number as necessary.

For in-person classes:  

Joining a session via Zoom is not an option. The instructor will send information about the missed class to all students before the following session.

Refund policy:     

Students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less than a $10 registration fee, before the start of the first lesson in the session. Students can withdraw from the course before the second week of class. An administrative fee of $50 will be retained. No refunds will be issued after the second week of group classes.

PLEASE NOTE: Regular class attendance is strongly recommended. If a student must miss class for any reason, s/he will not qualify for reimbursement or an individual makeup class.


Upcoming events

  • ADVANCED-Practice and Consolidation 1B Level B1/B2 - Monday Evening AF26PC1

    • 14 Sep 2026
    • 5:30 PM
    • 16 Nov 2026
    • 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 9
    Register

    This course is designed for Intermediate students who wish to strengthen and consolidate their understanding of previously introduced grammar structures in new contexts. The focus is on developing greater ease and confidence in using verb tenses, combined and relative pronouns, and comparative forms, while applying these structures effectively in real-life communication.

    Students will expand their vocabulary and improve both listening comprehension and speaking skills. The course includes creative supplementary materials that complement the textbook and provide meaningful opportunities to practice and reinforce new concepts.

    By the end of the course, students will be able to use grammar structures more spontaneously and effectively in real-life situations, enhancing their ability to communicate confidently in a variety of everyday contexts.

    Pre-requisite: Practiice and Consolidation 1

    Cost: $375

    If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

    Please order a copy of your textbook before the first class. The book is available at the following retailers: 
    THE NEW ITALIAN PROJECT 2a – Amazon

    THE NEW ITALIAN PROJECT 2a – MEP Education

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    Cancellation & Refund Policy

    • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
    • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
    • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

    Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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    • Inside Italy Today: Language, Culture & Society (C1) - Tuesday Morning AF26AT

      • 15 Sep 2026
      • 10:00 AM
      • 17 Nov 2026
      • 12:00 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 8
      Register

      Explore contemporary Italy while refining your advanced Italian communication skills. Designed for B2 to C1 learners, this course combines lively discussion with authentic materials, including journalism, literature, podcasts, film, and other media, to strengthen your language skills while deepening your understanding of Italian society today.

      Each lesson explores engaging, current topics that shape life in Italy. You will expand your vocabulary, refine advanced grammar, and develop greater precision and fluency in speaking. The emphasis is on meaningful communication, helping you express ideas clearly, participate confidently in discussions, and communicate with nuance and sophistication.

      Tuition: $375

      Prerequisite: Contemporary Italian Society(or permission from the Director)

      If you have not taken classes at ICC before, please register for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your proficiency and recommend the course that best matches your level.

      Please order a copy of the textbook from your preferred bookseller before the first class. A sample link is provided below for your convenience:

      Nuovo Magari C1/C2 - Amazon (2024 edition. Please be sure to purchase the 2024 edition, not the 2014 edition.)

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      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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    • Advanced Italian (C2): Lingua e Cultura - Tuesday Evening AF26AT

      • 15 Sep 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 17 Nov 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 8
      Register

      Take your Italian beyond basic fluency through authentic language, meaningful conversation, and cultural exploration. Designed for advanced learners, this course is built around Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 4 and enriched with contemporary texts, audio, and video from Italy today.

      You will refine your comprehension and develop the ability to express complex ideas with greater ease and confidence through engaging discussions and practical activities. Each lesson integrates reading, listening, and conversation while strengthening advanced grammar, expanding vocabulary, and exploring the cultural nuances that make Italian sound natural. You will gain a deeper understanding of how Italians communicate in different contexts and build the confidence to participate comfortably in both formal and informal situations.

      Tuition: $375

      Prerequisite: Capire l'Italia (or permission from the Director)

      If you have not taken classes at ICC before, please register for our PLACEMENT TEST.  An instructor will assess your proficiency and recommend the course that best matches your level.

      Required textbooks

      Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 4, Libro dello studente

      Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 4, Quaderno degli esercizi

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      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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    • Intermediate 2 - Tuesday Evening AF26I2

      • 15 Sep 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 17 Nov 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 8
      Register

      In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will learn how to use appropriate tenses and time expressions to narrate events in a story and how to engage with storytellers by asking questions and showing active interest. The students will learn the subjunctive mood to express their opinions, needs, and hopes. These skills will help students to participate more fully in conversations about personal experiences and cultural traditions.

      Prerequisite: Intermediate 1

      Cost: $375

      If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

      Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advance(Book+Ebook)

      Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advanced 

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      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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    • Upper Intermediate Level 3 (B) - Tuesday Evening AF26UI3

      • 15 Sep 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 17 Nov 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 8
      Register

      Prerequisite: Upper Intermediate 2

      Cost: $375

      If you have not taken any other classes at ICC, REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST . An instructor will assess your level. You must be a B1 or above to enroll in this course.

      Please order a copy of your textbook before the first class. The book is available at the following retailers:

      NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 (Book+Interactive e-book) – Amazon

      NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 (Book+Interactive e-book) – Libreria Pino

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      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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    • Intermediate 1 - Thursday Evening AF26I1

      • 17 Sep 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 19 Nov 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 8
      Register

      In this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will learn to talk about memories and past habits, ask for and give advice, compare people and objects, and make formal requests. The course also explores the Italian healthcare system and workplace conditions. Each class includes discussion of relevant cultural topics.

      Prerequisite: Completion of the New Italian Espresso Beginner/Pre-Intermediate series.

      Cost: $375

      If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

      Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advance(Book+Ebook)

      Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Intermediate/Advanced 

      ...........................................

      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

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