Study, live, and explore in the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance

Live like a local in one of the world's most popular and timeless destinations. You'll study at Florence University of the Arts (FUA) alongside other study abroad students just as excited to experience Italy as you are. Discover the city's hidden gems through "Florentine Fridays" (most Fridays are class-free!) that take you on morning jaunts to places like markets, museums, art galleries, churches, and beautiful gardens. Enjoy exceptional support through both FUA and CIS Abroad, ensuring you're comfortable and making the absolute most of your time in Florence. Choose from dozens of courses taught in English in subject areas including the arts, business, communication, education, health, humanities, math, and social sciences, as well as Italian language and culture. There are plenty of reasons why Florence is a top study abroad destination and this program so highly regarded!


What to Expect

Language(s):
English, Italian
Average Courseload:
4-5 courses (12-15 U.S. credits)
GPA Requirement:
2.80

Highlights:

Engaging classes, with an average of 8-20 students
Program based in the heart of it all (between campus and housing), in the historic city center
Robust orientation, exceptional support, and frequent social and cultural activities and trips
Variety of courses taught in English across arts, business, communication, education, health, humanities, math, and social sciences

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Dates & Prices

Additional Information:

Price Range

SPRING 2025:

12 Credit Option (TSH+ Meal Plan): $20,290
15 Credit Option (TSH + Meal Plan): $22,290
12 Credit Option (Premium Apartment): $19,390
15 Credit Option (Premium Apartment): $21,390
12 Credit Option (Standard Apartment): $18,590
15 Credit Option (Standard Apartment): $20,590
12 Credit Option (Dorm): $18,590
15 Credit Option (Dorm): $20,590

*Single room supplement in apartment (if available) - $1,400

FALL 2024:

12 Credit Option - TSH + Meal Plan: $18,990
12 Credit Option - Apartment: $17,890
15 Credit Option - TSH + Meal Plan: $20,590
15 Credit Option - Apartment: $19,390
18 Credit Option - TSH + Meal Plan: $22,190
18 Credit Option - Apartment: $20,890

*Any additional credits in between those listed above are at a rate of $530 USD per credit

Housing is allocated on a first come first-served basis upon payment of program deposit.

Program Deposit

There is a non-refundable program deposit for all CIS Abroad programs. Paying the deposit secures your spot on the program! The deposit deadline and amount can be seen above in the Dates & Prices section.

Please note: As with all study abroad programs, you should count on a few additional expenses.

CIS Abroad reserves the right to alter fees at any time due to currency fluctuations and/or fee changes made by our partner universities.

ADVISOR TIP:

Please WAIT to book flights until you have received confirmed dates in your acceptance paperwork. Dates posted here are subject to change.

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