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Over 70 million people worldwide speak Italian as their native language. Across the Americas, there are more than 10 million descendants of Italian immigrants, spanning from Canada to Argentina, with the U.S. having the second-largest population of Italian speakers after Italy itself. Beyond grammar, Italian language students explore Italy's rich cultural heritage, including its history, films, and literary works - all from a nation that has shaped Western art and culture for more than two millennia.
Applicant must have successful completion of university preparatory courses, high school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA, Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community, Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement, Status as a first-generation university student, Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area and High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors. English proficiency level TOEFL: 79 or higher on the internet-based test, 550 or higher on the paper-based test and IELTS: 6.5 or higher