Description

Santa Reparata has been a part of Florence's artistic life for more than 40 years and thrives on this interchange of ideas and culture.

The school offers programs of study during both Spring and Fall semesters, along with three sessions in the Summer. All courses are taught by locally and internationally recognized instructors within the extensive facilities at Santa Reparata. The diversity found at Santa Reparata will enrich your stay and ensure an experience like no other.

Courses and Programs include: Photography, Printmaking, Book Arts, Painting, Drawing, Fashion Design, Italian Language, Graphic Design, Digital Imaging, Video, Interior Design/ Architecture, Art History, Humanities, Sociology, Creative Writing, plus many more.

The school is located in the historic center of Florence. The artistic ambiance of Santa Reparata is enhanced by its location in a 19th century building, once home to the famous Libreria Le Monnier. With over 7,000 square feet, the space includes extensive printmaking, photography, and painting studios along with lecture rooms, computer lab, library and a gallery space visible from the street.

Santa Reparata International School of Art offers students the rich cultural heritage of Florence and the daily experience of Italian life that is sure to provide an authentic and enriching experience never to be forgotten. Santa Reparata allows students to study abroad in Italy by providing affordable tuition and housing along with first rate facilities, services and instruction.

Highlights

The school is open in the evening and over the weekend so that students may use the facilities when classes are not in session.

SRISA is known for it's:
* Sense of community: Most students agree that what makes Santa Reparata so unique is the sense of community and belonging that it gives to all involved.
* Small Class Size: Class sizes ranging from 10-14 students allow for more individualized attention and personal work space.
* Excellent facilities: The well-equipped classroom facilities offer students the opportunity to explore artistic media from the traditional to the experimental.
* Top rate instruction: The excellent and well-qualified faculty includes both Italian and American instructors.
* Location: The SRISA campus is located in the heart of the city center minutes away from most of the city's historic treasures.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Summer Sessions (715-1,980euro); Semester Program (4500euro)

Program Fees Include:

Costs included 2011 Tuition Fees: Does not include transcript fee, transportation, art supplies, living expenses. Housing and Activities fees are separate. Please see our website for exact fees.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Written Application

Santa Reparata International School of Art's Mission Statement

The mission of SRISA is to provide students with opportunities for artistic, academic, and personal growth in an environment that will develop their understanding of what it means to be a part of a dynamic artistic and academic community with the influence of an international setting.

Year Founded

1970