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Intermediate/Upper Intermediate Courses

Course sequence:

Intermediate 1 (B1)

Intermediate 2 (B1)

Intermediate 3 (B1)

Upper-Intermediate 1 (B2)

Upper-Intermediate 2 (B2)

Upper-Intermediate 3 (B2)

Practice & Consolidation (B2)

Click here for the descriptions of the different proficiency levels.


2025 CALENDAR

FALL TERM: September 8 – November 14

Now offering more late morning, afternoon, and evening classes to fit your schedule!



    Upcoming events

      • 04 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
      • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 6
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      Telling Detailed and Engaging Stories in the Past 
      Open to everyone – members and non-members alike!

      Join us for a dynamic and rewarding two-hour workshop designed for Pre-Intermediate Italian students who want to tell stories in the past with greater confidence and flair.

      Whether you're recounting what you did yesterday or describing a past vacation in vivid detail, learning to distinguish between the passato prossimo and imperfetto is an essential step toward proficiency.

      This student-centered, highly interactive session focuses on oral practice and will help you:

      • Confidently form both past tenses
      • Understand when and why to use one over the other
      • Tell more engaging and accurate stories in Italian

      By the end of the workshop, you’ll feel more empowered to share your past experiences in Italian with clarity and nuance.

      Prerequisite: Completion of Beginning Level 5
      Cost: $45 for Members | $55 for Non-Members

      Materials: Provided by the instructor


      We look forward to helping you refresh your skills and move forward with confidence!

      • 04 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
      • Traffic Zone Building 250 Third Avenue N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 5
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      Want to speak Italian with confidence? Want to impress your friends with flawless Italian pronunciation? Join our fun and interactive 2-hour workshop! 

      In this short session, you’ll:
      Learn the basics of Italian sounds (vowels, consonants, and tricky pronunciations).
      Practice simple words & phrases with clear guidance.
      Discover tips to sound more natural when speaking.

      No prior experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm! Perfect for students of any level who want to improve their pronunciation.

      • Prerequisite: Completion of Beginning Level 1
      • Cost: $45 for Members | $55 for Non-Members
      • Materials: Provided by the instructor

      Spaces are limited—reserve your spot and start speaking with confidence today!

      • 08 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 10 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • Traffic Zone Building, Suite 625, 250 Third Avenue N., Mpls. 55401 MN
      • 4
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      The goal of this course is for students to speak with greater sophistication on a variety of topics such as books, family interactions, and gift-giving. Students will practice argumentative topics, including new ways to express interest and preferences, offer suggestions, comment on advantages and disadvantages, as well as inquire about and explain the reasoning behind opinions and decisions and hypothetical situation. Students will also learn to construct and accurately convey more detailed stories focussing on the relationship of events and situations in time. We will cover Chapters 5-7 in the Nuovo Espresso 3 textbook, for further practice with the subjunctive in a wide variety of contexts and new useful expressions. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life.

      Prerequisite: Intermediate Level 1

      Cost: $350

      If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before registering, REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

      Please order a copy of this text prior to the first day of class:

      Nuovo Espresso 3 + E-book (Textbook/Workbook + Interactive E-book)

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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.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 10:30 AM
      • 11 Nov 2025
      • 12:00 PM
      • ONLINE
      • 7
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      This "Special Topics" class is for students who are at Upper Intermediate Level (B2) or above. Students will deepen their knowledge of a few contemporary authors and their literary works of the 20th century while practicing reading and conversational skills at the B2+ proficiency level. This course offers the perfect balance between structure and flexibility by providing the opportunity to practice specific grammatical structures and vocabulary found in the readings in a personally meaningful and authentic conversational context.

      NOTE: If you have taken a previous iteration of this class, please let the instructor know which readings you have done in past courses.

      If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

      Use this link to purchase the textbook prior to beginning of class:

      Raccontare il Novecento

      Cost: $350

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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.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 11 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • ONLINE
      • 0
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      In this course of the "Practice and Consolidation" series, designed for students at or close to the C1 level, we will continue to review and reinforce language skills at the Upper Intermediate level while working towards a more Advanced level of accuracy and fluency. Grammar structures previously studied will be addressed in their nuances and practiced more in depth, as we increase our vocabulary to discuss socio-cultural topics relevant in contemporary Italy.

      Cost: $350

      If you have not taken other classes at the ICC before, PLEASE REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST so an instructor can assess your level.


      Students will complete the final chapters of Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 TEXTBOOK (Libro dello Studente con Audio) and Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano 3 WORKBOOK (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.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 11 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 7
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      The goal of this course is for students to be able to express opinions and emotions, doubts and fears in a more sophisticated manner using mood as well as tense. Students will learn to communicate to resolve problems, including inquiring about, clarifying, confirming and even justify a cause. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. 

      Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate Level 3

      Cost: $350

      If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before registering, REGISTER HERE for our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

      Please order a copy of this text - which includes the e-book exercises, video and audio - prior to the first day of class:

      Nuovo Espresso 3 + E-book (Textbook/Workbook + Interactive E-book)

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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.

      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 11 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 2
      Register

      Prerequisite: Intermediate 3 (or permission from the Director)

      Cost: $350

      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.

      Use this link and order a copy of your textbook prior to the first day of class:

      NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 + EBOOK INTERACTIVE - it includes textbook+workbook, plus access to e-book

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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.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 10 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 8
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      This NEW COURSE is designed for Pre-Intermediate or Intermediate students who want to practice and consolidate previous learned grammar structures in new contexts to improve automaticity, comfort and confidence! Not sure if you are "ready" for the next level in your sequence? This course is for anyone who wants to better digest important concepts previously introduced (verbs, tenses, pronouns, and prepositions), apply them in more spontaneous yet focused communicative situations. Students will expand vocabulary and hone both listening comprehension and speaking skills through a variety of student-centered oral activities in class, and written homework (including mini-compositions) will be assigned for further reinforcement of the material. As always, each session explores aspects of Italian life and culture, and materials will be provided by the instructor. We look forward to building your confidence through this rewarding NEW approach and alternative option to our standard sequential curriculum.

      Pre-requisite: Pre-Intermediate 3 (or permission from the Director)

      If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP HERE FOR OUR PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

      Materials: provided by the instructor on the first day of class

      If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

      Cost: $375 (includes all materials)

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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.
        • 10 Sep 2025
        • 5:30 PM
        • 12 Nov 2025
        • 7:30 PM
        • ONLINE
        • 5
        Register

        In this class, students at the B2/C1 level will complete the final chapters of the textbook Nuovissimo Progetto italiano 2b as they continue to revisit previously encountered grammar structures in detail and practice them thoroughly in a variety of communicative and cultural contexts. Students will engage in guided conversations on a variety of topics including daily life, contemporary society, and immigration, while working to reinforce and consolidate their language skills at the upper-intermediate level.

        Prerequisite: Upper-Intermediate

        Cost: $350

        If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE REGISTER HERE for  our PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

        Note: If you choose to order a copy of Nuovissimo Progetto italiano 2b, a combined Textbook/Workbook/Quaderno degli Esercizi, keep in mind that this book may or may not be used in the upcoming semesters, starting from the beginning, depending on enrollment numbers.

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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.
        • 10 Sep 2025
        • 5:30 PM
        • 12 Nov 2025
        • 7:30 PM
        • ONLINE
        • 7
        Register

        In this course, students will work on the final chapters of the Nuovo Espresso 4 textbook, and practice advanced grammar and conversation skills.

        Prerequisite: Upper Intermediate 2

        Cost: $350

        If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

        Use this link and order a copy of your textbook prior to the first day of class:

        NUOVO ESPRESSO 4 (Student book+ E-book interactive, includes textbook  + workbook). This book will be used for 3 trimesters.

        NOTE: In the event that fewer than 5 students enroll in this class, students will be contacted individually, and the instructor will recommend another Upper Intermediate or Advanced Practice and Consolidation course that will cover similar material but with a different text.



        • 23 Sep 2025
        • 3:00 PM
        • 11 Nov 2025
        • 5:00 PM
        • ONLINE
        • 8
        Register

        Do you love ICC's Film Festival? Do you wish you could speak in simple but articulate Italian about films? Or would you just like to know how to converse about daily activities with others but not following a traditional grammatical approach? This course is for you. Practice Italian vocabulary and grammar in a structured, but highly conversational course all about everyday. actions and reactions, while familiarizing yourself with Italian films from recent decades. Focus on everyday vocabulary and verbs and enjoy every minute of interacting with your classmates about your lives and the lives of famous protagonists. Practice your Italian conversational skills using appropriate terminology, and participate in lively discussions by sharing your own observations about Italy's most memorable films, watched at home at your convenience. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with other Italian cinema enthusiasts who are also looking to practice their oral proficiency skills in a new context! This course is suggested for students at a A2/B1 (Pre-Intermediate level or above).

        Pre-requisite: Pre-Intermediate 1 (or permission from the Director)

        If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

        Cost: $280 

        LINK to purchase book

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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.

      Course Information:

      Classes are offered once per week for ten weeks. Cost: $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.

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