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CIEE Semester in Florence, Italy

by: CIEE College Study Abroad

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Your Semester in Florence program lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Italian culture. Live and learn in Florence! Florence is Italy’s Renaissance city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. The city’s unique blend of Italian culture and history, iconic landmarks like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, bustling markets, and lively arts scene create an enriching backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Florence is the perfect place to study abroad.

Program Highlights

Test Your Gastronomic Skills in a cooking or wine-tasting class.

Go On Guided Tours of Florence’s iconic monuments, like the Duomo or the Palazzo Vecchio.

Revisit the Renaissance at Florence’s Uffizi Gallery or Accademia Gallery.

Visit a traditional working vineyard and olive grove, with an in-depth description of wine and oil production, promotion, and distribution.

Learn to prepare typical, seasonal Florentine dishes.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Florence, Italy
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Accounting
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art History
  • Chemistry
  • Classical Studies
  • Communications
  • Creative Writing
  • Criminology
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Ethnic Studies
  • European Studies
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
  • Film
  • Finance
  • Foreign Language
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Hospitality
  • Human Resource Management
  • Interior Design
  • International Business
  • International Relations
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Languages & Linguistics
  • Law
  • Leadership
  • Literature
  • Management
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Nutrition
  • Philosophy
  • Photography
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Public Management
  • Religious Studies
  • Service Learning
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Urban & Regional Planning
  • Visual Arts
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Last Updated: Jul 14, 2026

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Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.45

Total Reviews

11

Clear Communication and Welcoming Staff

May 01, 2026by: Ally K.
4

I would definitely recommend studying abroad with CIEE because information is always clearly communicated, the staff is super welcoming and friendly, orientation was very helpful, and I got to go on fun trips and activities with the program.

Supportive and Kind, Unique Opportunities

April 30, 2026by: Grace B.
5

I absolutely loved CIEE! I would recommend them because they are extremely supportive, helpful, and kind. They offer a ton of opportunities for students to dive into that they would never have access to at home. CIEE helps students explore a new culture and community while making them feel at home!

Immersed in art

February 17, 2026by: Nicole M.
4

I would recommend yes! Especially for Art History majors because the course immerses you in the Art where you are able to critically evaluate the works it a fist hand way that pictures can not do justice to.

I LOVED this program and staff.

February 03, 2026by: Alexandria M.
4

I immediately felt so welcome and supported throughout my entire time abroad. There were several activities offered throughout the months which was so nice to be able to see different parts of Italy and do activities, like Arno rafting, that I wouldn’t necessarily do on my own time. They built a very strong community in this program and I am so glad I chose CIEE! Through the activities I made lots of friends and I will miss them all when we leave!

Amazing Benefits

January 25, 2026by: Emma J.
4

I think the program had amazing included benefits to the students, the activities planned and trips helped build a community within the program and help students see more of the surrounding cities in Italy.

Organized, Friendly, Great Community

January 13, 2026by: Danilo M.
5

It's not a problem because this was an amazing experience. Everything is very well organized. The teachers and program staff are super friendly and always look out for the students.I also think it's a perfect way to discover and learn about new places and people.

Super friendly faculty and staff

January 06, 2026by: Danilo M.
4

This was an amazing experience. Everything is very well organized. The teachers and program staff are super friendly and always look out for the students.I also think it's a perfect way to discover and learn about new places and people.

Couldn't recommend it more

May 03, 2025by: Grace N.
5

I would be likely to recommend CIEE study abroad to others because of all of the faculty, staff, teachers, classes, activities, and more. I absolutely loved my time with CIEE and couldn't recommend it more.

Better than I imagined

April 19, 2025by: Aidan R.
4

I think the staff at CIEE Florence made this experience so much more enjoyable than I had originally thought it would be. I could tell that they truly cared and cared about their students and planned amazing experiences for us

I Felt Right at Home

March 06, 2025by: Adam S.
5

I found the CIEE organizers and staff to be incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. I was nervous because the process of going abroad was daunting, but they helped me all along the way. Once I arrived, the CIEE staff made me feel right at home despite never having left the country. The CIEE program built a strong community where it was easy to create new friendships and experience life in a different country.

A Great Time

September 14, 2024by: Ziona K.
5

I'd be likely to recommend because I had a great time with the program and felt supported by staff and also had a lot of opportunity to engage with the local culture. I would however, advise someone that they need more money than is suggested in the total costs.

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Florence, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Accounting
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art History
  • Chemistry
  • Classical Studies
  • Communications
  • Creative Writing
  • Criminology
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Ethnic Studies
  • European Studies
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
  • Film
  • Finance
  • Foreign Language
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Hospitality
  • Human Resource Management
  • Interior Design
  • International Business
  • International Relations
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Languages & Linguistics
  • Law
  • Leadership
  • Literature
  • Management
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Nutrition
  • Philosophy
  • Photography
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Public Management
  • Religious Studies
  • Service Learning
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Urban & Regional Planning
  • Visual Arts

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Travel Insurance
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Academic Credit
  • Emergency Support
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Internship Placement

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English
  • Italian

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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Your Semester in Florence program lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Italian culture. Live and learn in Florence! Florence is Italy’s Renaissance city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. The city’s unique blend of Italian culture and history, iconic landmarks like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, bustling markets, and lively arts scene create an enriching backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psy...

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