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Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction
Canadian College Italy is a university-preparatory, co-educational boarding high school in Lanciano, Abruzzo. The school delivers an Ontario Ministry of Education–supervised high school curriculum taught in English, with Italian language taught by a native Italian teacher. It serves Grades 9–12 and offers enrollment for a single semester or up to four academic years. Eighty percent of teaching staff come from Ontario, and the teacher–student ratio is 1:12. Graduates earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, and the program has Ontario credit-granting authority since 1995. The campus occupies a 14th‑century palazzo on Via Cavour, featuring a central atrium, an Art room, a science lab and a library/study area. Boarding life is organized in Cuore residence for girls, and Allegria and Palazzo de Giorgio for boys. The program supports university placements worldwide and provides access to outdoor activities, including hiking and winter skiing, plus a scuba certification program after a year of dives.
Via Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour, 13, 66034 Lanciano CH, Italy
The Essentials
Canadian College Italy has 80 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.
Location
Lanciano is a central Italian town in the Abruzzo region. Canadian College Italy is located at Via Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour 13 in Lanciano, within the historic centre. Lanciano is well connected by train and bus; it is about a 20-minute drive to Pescara and less than three hours by bus to Rome, with residences located in the historic centre within a short walk to the main school building.
Stages
High school (Grades 9–12).
Type
Boarding high school (university-preparatory).
Country affiliation
Canada; operates under the supervision of the Ontario Ministry of Education.
School day structure
The school day consists of four 80‑minute class blocks (A, B, C, D) with a 09:40–10:00 TAP period, a lunch break from 12:45–13:30, and classes running from 10:00–16:15; the timetable uses a rotating daily schedule.
Fees
Annual tuition at Canadian College Italy ranges from EUR 45,900 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- A non‑refundable application fee of €70 is required with the application.
Tuition fees (boarding students) — full academic year and per term
- Annual registration fee (paid upon acceptance): €5,000. This registration fee is payable each year to hold the student's place and is considered part of the tuition.
- Full academic year (boarding, all included as described below): - First semester payment due March 25: €20,450. - Second semester payment due October 25: €20,450. - Total full‑year charge (registration fee + two semester payments): €45,900.
- One‑semester option (boarding): - Annual registration fee due upon acceptance: €5,000. - Single semester charge (first or second semester): €20,500. - Total one‑semester charge (registration fee + one semester): €25,500.
Tuition by school year / year group
- The published boarding tuition is presented as the single standard boarding rate above (the same full‑year and semester amounts apply). No separate grade‑ or year‑group tuition breakdown for boarding students is published in the standard fee schedule. Local (day) student tuition is handled separately and local families are encouraged to request the published day‑student rates.
What the tuition covers and what it does not cover
- Fees included with the boarding tuition: full academic programming to meet the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, residence accommodation with 24/7 supervision, meals prepared on site, all school trips (including overnight excursions), school‑organized extracurriculars, group airport transfers (scheduled windows), school accident insurance, weekly towel/linen laundry service, all required textbooks and course materials, a yearbook, and digital graduation photos.
- Fees not included (additional costs to budget for): airfare to/from Italy; school uniforms (ordered separately); personal school and art supplies; the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) fees; health and travel insurance (families must arrange privately); athletics or clubs not organized by the school; private extracurricular lessons or tutoring arranged externally; personal courier/shipping; university/post‑secondary application fees; student visa fees and government processing costs.
Boarding fees
- There is no separate published boarding fee; residence accommodation and related boarding services are included within the published boarding tuition amounts above.
Other one‑time and recurring charges
- School uniform: mandatory uniform kits are purchased separately through the school supplier. Estimated cost for the recommended minimum kit is approximately €495 for girls and about €455 for boys (final cost depends on quantity and items selected).
- Other possible charges (budget items to expect): personal supplies, optional trips or activities not covered by school programming, university application fees, medical expenses not covered by the school accident insurance, and travel/visa costs.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing schedule for full academic year: Annual registration fee due upon acceptance; first semester payment due March 25; second semester payment due October 25. For one‑semester enrollments the registration fee is due upon acceptance and the semester payment is due on the listed semester due date.
- For returning students the annual registration fee is due on March 25 together with the first tuition payment for the year.
- Withdrawal and refund terms: Notice of withdrawal must be received before May 1 for Semester 1 and before October 31 for Semester 2 to obtain a registration and tuition fee refund. If a student withdraws after the applicable due dates, or during the semester, or is expelled, the full fees for that semester are chargeable except in cases of illness (exceptions are stated in the fee policy).
Refund information (summary)
- Refunds of registration and tuition are available only if notice of withdrawal is received prior to the published semester deadlines (before May 1 for Semester 1; before October 31 for Semester 2). Withdrawals after those dates normally result in full semester charges; illness is noted as a possible exception.
Fee payment options and practical details
- All fees are payable to the North American Admissions Office. The school advises that students bring a credit card for unforeseen expenses such as medical visits, emergencies and incidentals. The school's online payment and ordering systems handle credit card information with customary security measures. Specific payment channels (for example, which bank/wire instructions or whether tuition may be paid by credit card, cheque or bank transfer) are handled through the North American Admissions Office and the school's payment procedures.
Summary of published limits to this fee information
- The published fee schedule provides the standard boarding tuition (full year and one‑semester options), registration fee, withdrawal deadlines and the main excluded costs. Grade‑specific boarding rates are not published; day‑student tuition details are published separately for local families on request. The school's financial guide and admissions office provide the full terms and any additional miscellaneous charges.
Academics
Canadian College Italy teaches Canadian Curriculum for students aged 14 to 18.
Curriculum
The school delivers an Ontario Ministry of Education–supervised high school curriculum. All courses are taught in English (except for Italian language) by Ontario-trained teachers, with subjects including Mathematics, Classical Civilization, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Social Sciences, English, Italian/French, Art and Drama. The school offers Grades 9–12, and students may enroll for a single semester or up to four academic years (two semesters per year). Eighty percent of teaching staff come from Ontario, and the overall teacher-to-student ratio is 1:12. CCI has had credit-granting authority from the Ontario Ministry of Education since 1995 and is inspected by Ontario.
Student Teacher Ratio
1:12
Higher Education Progression
CCI graduates have received offers from universities in Canada, the United States, and Europe, including McGill University, University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, Harvard University, Dartmouth College, Northwestern University, Imperial College London, Oxford University, Bocconi University, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, and John Cabot University, among others.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Duke of Edinburgh Award is offered at CCI. Students design their own program and set goals across four areas: service, physical recreation, skills, and an adventurous journey. Participants become more confident and resilient and develop communication, problem solving and leadership skills, with health and wellbeing and educational attainment noted as areas of impact.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All courses are taught in English (Italian language is offered as a subject). Entering students are encouraged to take introductory Italian to facilitate town life.
Mental Wellbeing
Participation in The Duke of Edinburgh Award supports mental wellbeing by building confidence, resilience and leadership. It also develops communication and problem solving skills, with positive effects on wellbeing observed as part of the program's outcomes.
Safeguarding
Residence Dons provide 24‑hour supervision in both residence and campus settings, enforcing safety, study and cleanliness. Dons act as mentors in a home‑like environment and oversee a silent study period during scheduled hours; curfew rules require students to return to residence by specific times on weekdays and weekends.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Complete the CCI Online Application Form. You will need to upload a recent picture of yourself and a scan of your passport. A credit or debit card will be required to pay the non-refundable 70 euro Application Fee upon submitting the Application Form. 2. Have a Parent or Guardian complete the Confidential Parent's Report. 3. 4. Forward this online Recommendation Form to two teachers to complete. 5. Applications are reviewed by an advisory committee upon receipt, and applicants will be informed as soon as a decision is made. The school operates on rolling admissions and offers places based on academic record, teacher recommendations and the availability of space in any given year.
Scholarships
Scholarships are merit-based and are awarded to students who demonstrate high academic achievement, outstanding talent, extra-curricular participation, good citizenship and leadership. Bursaries support students with financial need who demonstrate strong academics, good character and potential for meaningful school contributions. A third-party service provides timely, unbiased and confidential analysis of a family's financial ability to contribute towards their child's education.
FAQs
What curriculum does Canadian College Italy follow?
The school follows the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum, which has been its credit-granting authority since 1995.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application fee**
- A non‑refundable application fee of €70 is required with the application.
**Tuition fees (boarding students) — full academic year and per term**
- Annual registration fee (paid upon acceptance): €5,000.
Where is Canadian College Italy located?
The school is located in Lanciano, a historic town in the Abruzzo region of Italy. The campus occupies a site with over 3,400 years of history.
What age groups does the school serve?
Canadian College Italy is a high school offering Grades 9 through 12.
What are the school hours?
The school day consists of four 80‑minute class blocks (A, B, C, D) with a 09:40–10:00 TAP period, a lunch break from 12:45–13:30, and classes running from 10:00–16:15; the timetable uses a rotating d
How does admissions work?
1. Complete the CCI Online Application Form. You will need to upload a recent picture of yourself and a scan of your passport.
What accreditations does the school hold?
Ontario Ministry of Education - credit-granting authority since 1995.
What languages are taught?
The school teaches in English. An immersion in Italian culture is part of the student experience.
What wellbeing support is available?
The Duke of Edinburgh Award is offered at CCI. Students design their own program and set goals across four areas: service, physical recreation, skills, and an adventurous journey.
What facilities does the school have?
The campus is set in a historic location with separate boarding residences for boys and girls.
When was Canadian College Italy founded?
Canadian College Italy was founded in 1995 and received credit-granting authority from the Ontario Ministry of Education. The campus is set on a historic site in Lanciano with over 3,400 years of history.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school teaches Art and Drama as part of the core high school program. The campus includes an Art room and a library/study room to support creative work.
