Description

Study in Italy's wondrous city--Florence! The city is center to art, architecture, and history that flourished during the Renaissance period. Immerse yourself in the community and not just being a tourist. This program provides you a comfortable Florentine apartment or live amongst the locals and enjoy your AIFS meal vouchers in fabulous cafes and restaurants. Taste the fantastic culinary appeal of Italian culture through cooking classes and wine-tasting.

AIFS students take courses taught in English in art history, economics, history, literature, marketing, music, photography, political science, studio art and internships. All students take Italian language classes, which are offered at all levels. Internships and independent study can be arranged. Transfer of credits is through the sponsoring institution, Richmond, The American International University in London, a U.S.-accredited university. Richmond's study center is a restored 16th-century palace close to the Ponte Vecchio. It has classrooms, a student lounge and reading room, and computer labs.

AIFS fees include the basics and the extras: tuition, housing, some meals, London visit, excursions and cultural activities, airfare if selected, trips to Venice and Rome, and more.

Highlights

In Florence, artistic, cultural and historic richness is ever present. With the Pitti Palace, Piazza della Signoria, Accademia and San Marco creating a wonderful backdrop, it is no surprise that walking along the Arno River you come across artists attempting to capture this beautiful city.

During your time abroad you will earn up to 17 credits on the Traditional Program tailored to students who want to study art history, studio art, Italian language and Italian studies or get an extra jump start on your post-graduate resumé on the career-building International Internship Program.

Take in the sites in and around Florence on visits to museums, art galleries, churches and theaters. Explore more of Italy on excursions to Rome and Venice. Travel on the Optional AIFS Flight Package and begin your trip with a 3-day excursion to London, England en route to orientation.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Intern Types

• Business Admin, Management
• Social Sciences

Languages

• Italian

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Please visit our website for cost information

Program Fees Include:

Fee includes:
- Tuition up to 17 semester credits (subject to program and course selection)
- 2-week language course and orientation for students on the Traditional Program in Viareggio (fall) or Siena (spring) for 3 credits plus breakfast, dinner and accommodations in a hotel
- 2-week language course and preparation for students on the Internship Program
- Housing in an Italian home or in student apartments
- Meal vouchers for five breakfasts and five lunches or dinners a week
- Cultural activities such as: visits to museums, art galleries, churches and theaters plus course-related field trips Museum passes for Florentine State Museums and Galleries are included for students on the Traditional Program
- Excursions: Rome (4 days), Venice (3 days)
- Comprehensive insurance and assistance package
- Services of a pre-departure Student Advisory Center and an on-site Resident Director
- Pre-departure handbook

Optional Component:
- AIFS Flight Package includes visit to London Round trip flights U.S.-London, London - Italy, Italy - U.S. and round trip transfers between the airport and campus overseas. The flight package also includes a 3-day stopover in London on the way to campus/orientation

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

AIFS offers a wide variety of scholarships! Visit our website to see which ones you qualify for.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

American Institute For Foreign Study's Mission Statement

We bring the world together.

Year Founded

1964