Description

Summer Discovery at Florence is a 4-week all-inclusive Academic and Cultural Immersion Program for High School Students. The program features a variety of College Credit and Enrichment courses including Italian Language, Fashion Design, Photography, Art History, International Marketing, Jewelry Making, Current Trends in Italian Cuisine, Soccer, Basketball and SAT Prep. Students study at the renowned the Istituto Lorenzo de'Medici, located in the heart of Florence.

Academic and enrichment courses meet Monday-Thursday, leaving plenty of time to explore all that Italy has to offer during our 3 day weekends. The program also features afternoon and evening activities within Florence and weekend road trips to Rome, Venice, Pisa, Lucca, Siena, Viareggio Beach, and more...

Highlights

Florence is a mecca for study abroad students and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is a rare combination of a Renaissance city of grand palazzos and artistic treasures, plus a bustling modern city with terrific entertainment. Located in the heart of Tuscany and connected by beautiful bridges across the Arno River, Florence and its environs offer our students a wealth of cultural, recreational and social activities. Living and studying in this remarkable place, students will be immersed in Italian language, academics, culture, the arts, travel and recreation.

Type of Programs

• Cultural Exploration
• High School Study Abroad
• Language Immersion

Languages

• Italian

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English
• Italian

Cost in US$:

8,299

Program Fees Include:

Tuition includes:

* Term fees
* Italian cultural immersion
* Academic and enrichment program
* Use of Istituto Lorenzo de'Medici facilities
* Housing at the Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
* 2 meals daily while in Florence
* Membership at Tropos Health Club
* Transport to the Istituto Lorenzo de'Medici via private air-conditioned chartered buses for morning courses, activities, trips and excursions per catalog, blanket and pillow, sheets and towel with daily housekeeping service.

Credit Available

yes

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

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

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

Year Founded

1966