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SRISA Accredited Year: Fine Arts, Liberal Arts & Design
Looking to embark on a year-long study abroad adventure? Study at SRISA! Our comprehensive Accredited Year program promises a life-changing experience, immersing you in Italian and Florentine life. In Florence, explore a diverse culture, forge new friendships, and master a new language. This experience will not only enrich your academic pursuits but also give you invaluable life skills, fostering personal growth amidst the breathtaking backdrop of this enchanting city. SRISA offers undergraduate courses in Fine Arts, Liberal Arts, and Design at the American University level. Except for Italian, all courses are taught in English. Study for one semester or extend your stay for an Accredited Year. Fall and Spring semesters are 15 weeks long. Students enroll in classes ranging between 15-16 credit hours per Semester. Fall (September-December) Total Credits: 15-16 Spring (January-April) Total Credits: 15-16
Looking to embark on a year-long study abroad adventure? Study at SRISA! Our comprehensive Accredited Year program promises a life-changing experience, immersing you in Italian and Florentine life. In Florence, explore a diverse culture, forge new friendships, and master a new language. This experience will not only enrich your academic pursuits but also give you invaluable life skills, fostering personal growth amidst the breathtaking backdrop of this enchanting city. SRISA offers undergraduate courses in Fine Arts, Liberal Arts, and Design at the American University level. Except for Italian, all courses are taught in English. Study for one semester or extend your stay for an Accredited Year. Fall and Spring semesters are 15 weeks long. Students enroll in classes ranging between 15-16 credit hours per Semester. Fall (September-December) Total Credits: 15-16 Spring (January-April) Total Credits: 15-16
Program Highlights
Community Engagement: Students are regularly taken into the city to participate in local events and exhibitions. All classes use the city of Florence as a teaching tool within the curriculum.
SRISA Community: With our distinguished faculty and supportive staff, the emphasis is on creating an environment where they regularly contribute and participate in the life of the school.
Affordable Tuition: SRISA is a non-profit institution, and all tuition and fees are put directly into the services and facilities available to the students.
Amazing Staff & Faculty: What makes anything special is the people. At SRISA, our dedicated local staff and faculty create an environment where, when you study here, you become part of the family.
Central Location: SRISA is positioned in a safe and central area of the city, far enough from the tourist traps but close to all the main attractions, about 10 minutes by foot to the Duomo Cathedral.
Quick Details
- Florence, Italy
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
- Architecture
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Arts
- Creative Writing
- Culinary Arts
- Culture
- Design
- Fashion Design & Merchandising
- History
- Humanities
- Italian
- Jewelry Design
- Languages & Linguistics
- Liberal Arts
- Literature
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Photography
- All Nationalities
Program Reviews
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A year with SRISA
May 17, 2025by: Veronica Messer - United StatesA year abroad is something everyone should have the opportunity to do. It was a beautiful experience and I met a lot of great people and Firenze is a wonderful city. The staff at SRISA made all the difference, they were wonderful people; teachers and admins both. For anyone debating to do a year or a semester, a year allows you a bit more time to settle in, however there is a feeling of rebuilding at the semester change as few other students (about 6 during my term) stay. Most people in the city will speak english. SRISA is flexible about studying with a few partner universities as well. The planned trips are fun, and weekends are left pretty clear to have more travel time.
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
- Creative Writing
- Culinary Arts
- Culture
- Design
- Fashion Design & Merchandising
- History
- Humanities
- Italian
- Jewelry Design
- Languages & Linguistics
- Liberal Arts
- Literature
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Photography
Availability
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Age Requirement
18-25
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Emergency Support
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- In-Country Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements to apply?
All students applying to SRISA must meet the following requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D
- Must have maintained a 2.5 GPA in all college work attempted
- Must submit their most recent transcript (either high school or college transcripts) to the Admissions Office along with their application
How do I make sure the SRISA courses transfer to my home university?
Speak with your study abroad office, advisor, or registrar's office to check if your University accepts the SRISA transcript directly or if they require the transcript from our school of record, Maryville University in St. Louis. Many Universities require their students to complete a course equivalency form for approval before departure. You may request syllabi from us to assist with this process.
Do I have to know Italian before studying in Florence?
You don't need any prior knowledge of Italian before joining us. While studying in Florence, you may take Italian classes tailored to your proficiency level.
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