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Società Dante Alighieri-Boston, Massachusetts is an authorized PLIDA Examination Center accredited to administer official PLIDA certification exams on behalf of the Società Dante Alighieri in Rome.
What is PLIDA?
PLIDA exams certify proficiency in Italian as a foreign language and test the ability to use the language at different proficiency levels, from level A1 to level C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
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Written sections are sent to Rome and graded by certified PLIDA examiners appointed by Dante-Global-Rome.
Where and when are the exams held?
PLIDA exams are held in person in May and November. Our next exam session is in May 2027. Registration for the PLIDA exam will open in March 2027. Please note that seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. All exam components, written and oral, take place at the Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts, 41 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA 02139.
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For more information, contact admin@dantemass.org.
How can I prepare for the PLIDA B1 exam
PLIDA B1 preparation courses are optional and are not required to take the PLIDA B1 exam. Candidates can prepare in either of the following ways:
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Free online preparation materials provided by Dante Global-Rome.
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Online PLIDA B1 preparation courses offered by Dante Boston
Fees
For all PLIDA fees, including exam levels, section retakes, and expedited grading, visit our PLIDA Fee Schedule page.
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Refunds: No refunds are issued for the PLIDA exam if the candidate withdraws or does not show on the date of the exam. Refunds are issued if the exam is cancelled by the Dante Alighieri Society of Boston.
How to get started
Follow these steps to register for your PLIDA exam
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Create a Free Dante-Global Account (Required)
A free Dante Global account is required to access your exam results and download your official PLIDA certificate. ​
Create Your Dante Global Account
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