Description

Florence. Located in the heart of Tuscany, this medieval city clearly stands as a cultural, historical, and academic center in Italy. With a population of roughly 380,000 people, Florence is a city vast in area but effortlessly maintains its small-town charm. In this truly efficient city, you will find that you are able to walk to any major area in roughly thirty minutes.

Highlights

The Florence University of the Arts (FUA) and the Apicius International School of Hospitality (AISH) are located in the historic Palazzo Doni and Palazzo Guicciardini-Strozzi just a few steps from the splendid Piazza Santa Croce in the quarter of Florence that takes its name from the celebrated church. Program participants will be in class with other U.S. and international students. Subjects available at Florence University of the Arts and Apicius International School of Hospitality include: Advertising, Art History, Contemporary Italian Studies, Digital Media, Environmental Studies, Fashion Design, Food and Culture, History, Hospitality, Italian Language, Journalism, Literature, Marketing, Management, Nutrition, Photography, Political Science, Sport Science and Studio Art.

The ISA office is located around the corner from the famous Ponte Vecchio and a ten minute walk from the main FUA building. ISA resident staff is available to you at all times and offers support with academics, housing, travel or any other part of your program. The office also serves as a great place to meet your peers and use the computer lab.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Please refer to the ISA website

Program Fees Include:

* Pre-Departure Advising
* Tuition at Host University
* Official Transcript from Host University
* On-site ISA Office
* Full-time ISA Resident Staff
* On-site Cultural and Academic Orientation
* Airport Reception and Transfers
* Student Housing
* Internet Access
* Tutorial Assistance
* Excursions
* Cultural Activities
* Medical Insurance
* Student Services
* Visa Support

Experience Required

yes

Student must have a 2.75 GPA, and at least one year of college-level courses to apply.

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Please refer to the ISA website

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

ISA (International Studies Abroad)'s Mission Statement

To provide high quality education abroad opportunities to American and Canadian college students at an affordable price. We recognize that we play an important role in the worldwide effort of international educators to increase individuals' awareness of cultures and societies outside of their own national boundaries.

Year Founded

1987