Study in Florence

Florence, Italy
Study in Florence

About the Program

Michelangelo, da Vinci, Galileo, and several other historical giants called Florence home during the Italian Renaissance, contributing to the city’s rich heritage and lasting global significance. Foodies, fashion enthusiasts, history buffs, art lovers, and those with a passion for language learning will feel at home living and studying here. Florence provides first class education in a variety of disciplines such as business, communication, fine arts, gender studies, as well as a wide range of courses in the humanities. You can also take advantage of the Italian language courses which are offered at all levels to help hone your language skills. Learn through hands-on experience in this historic city full of sprawling vineyards, impressive architecture, and exquisite art.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Florence

Dates:

6/23/25 - 7/24/25

Price:

$6,295

Credits:

3

Deadlines

Apply By:

3/1/25

Withdraw By:

4/1/25

Requirements

Transcript - Unofficial
Program Participation Agreement
$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application

Eligibility

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $750 when you apply with code* by October 17, 2024

Where You'll Study

CEA CAPA Florence Center

The CEA CAPA Florence Center provides instruction in the disciplines of liberal arts, business, and social sciences, with courses that turn the city of Florence into a living classroom. Here, you'll c...

Student Lounge
Student Lounge
Study Area
Study Area
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
Student Health Services
Student Health Services
3

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Choose the session and course options that work best for you:
- 4-week, 1- or 2-course option in June or July, or
- 8-week June/July combo option with 2-, 3- or 4- elective or language courses.

Courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. If you choose the 1-course option, you’ll earn 3 credits (up to 45 contact hours); if you choose the 2-course option, you’ll earn 6 credits (up to 90 contact hours); in the 3-course option, you may earn 9 credits (up to 135 contact hours) and in the 4-course option, you may earn 12 credits (up to 180 contact hours). 

Classes meet Monday-Thursday for 2.5-3 hours each. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled on Fridays.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Great Masters: Leonardo, Michelangelo & Raphael 300 En 45 3
Women, Art, and Culture in Italy 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Family Business and Entrepreneurship 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Analyzing & Exploring the City: Florence * 300 En 45 3
Food & Culture in Italy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Fashion Marketing & Merchandising 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Contemporary Italian Cinema 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Beginning Italian I 100 It 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Fashion Marketing & Merchandising 300 En 45 3
International Marketing 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Florence. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

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Sample Budget

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