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January in Florence (Italy)

by: CIS Abroad

4.25 (4)VerifiedSince 2000

Florence is an art lover’s dream and a food lover’s paradise. During your winter break, you can dive right into exploring this stunningly visual city on our January in Florence program. To make the most of your time abroad, we’ll quickly immerse you in local Italian and Florentine culture. Join excursions in and around Florence to galleries and famous sites. You’ll study at Florence University of the Arts, and you’ll practice Italian with friendly locals. How do you say, “Another gelato, please?”

Program Highlights

Exceptional campus facilities, including a gym, wireless internet, library, and restaurant on campus

Courses taught in English and Italian

Great support services with English-speaking staff

Busy social programming schedule—pick and choose what you want to do

Two to three-day trips included

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Florence, Italy
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Winter
  • Trimester
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Arts
  • Business
  • Computer Science & IT
  • Culinary Arts
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Interior Design
  • International Business
  • International Relations
  • Italian
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Kinesiology & Exercise Science
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Photography
  • Sports
  • Sports Science
  • TV & Media Production
  • Visual Arts
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Nov 26, 2025

Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - Notable Mention2025 Winner - Innovative Student VideoGoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Winner - SustainabilityInnovative Student Video 2023 FinalistInnovative Intern Abroad Program 2023 FinalistInnovative Student Video Finalist 2022Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.25

Total Reviews

4

January in Florence

January 24, 2018by: Hannah Llewellyn - United States
4

The time I spent in Florence was amazing. I felt that everything was organized very well and a lot of interesting activities were included in the trip. Overall, it was a great experience. I met some great people and learned so much.

Reservations

February 14, 2015by: kcalps
4

The trip I took was amazing, and I had a great time being able to experience Italy for three weeks. However, there were several issues my group had with CIS abroad. The airport pick up was confusing and disorientating, and left us feeling confused and alone in a foreign city. The communication between FUA and CiS seemed shaky at times, and we were not sure what we were doing or if the advisors knew what they were doing at times.

Trip of a Lifetime

February 05, 2015by: bmlarouche - United States
5

This trip was amazing and one that I'll cherish forever. I met some amazing people and had the opportunity to experience Florence to the fullest. I don' think that there was a wasted moment during my time there and there's nothing that I think I missed out on doing.

January in Florence

February 04, 2015by: megan22 - New York
4

CIS program coordinator in the the U.S. was horrific and would not use CIS again, but my corrdinator Alessandro in Florence was amazing. Overall my study abroad was so great, and there was a great group of people who went on the trip.

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CIS Abroad responded to this reviewMarch 23, 2015

I am sorry that you did not feel well supported or prepared before you left. We recently just remodeled our entire pre-departure orientation. We are confident that students will feel more prepared than ever to study abroad! <br/>-The CISabroad Programs Team

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Florence, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Arts
  • Business
  • Computer Science & IT
  • Culinary Arts
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Interior Design
  • International Business
  • International Relations
  • Italian
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Kinesiology & Exercise Science
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Photography
  • Sports
  • Sports Science
  • TV & Media Production
  • Visual Arts

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Winter
  • Trimester

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Academic Advising
  • Financial Aid Counseling
  • Assistance Booking Travel
  • Use of Gym
  • Transcript Fees

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

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