Nick GardnerUnited States · September 2014
Florence Rocks!
Make sure to go to the academia in the morning. Studying abroad is so much fun.
SRISA Accredited Semester: Fine Arts, Liberal Arts & Design
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Program Overview
Are you ready to redefine your study abroad experience? Come and study at Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA) and pursue your passions and academic interests in the heart of Florence's historic center. SRISA has remained a top art and design school in Italy for over five decades. Our secret? We're all about personalized and immersive learning.
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 12-16 credit hours.
Fall (September-December) Total Credits: 12-16
Spring (January-April) Total Credits: 12-16
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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.
What's Included
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Emergency Support
Tuition & Fees
Quick Details
Location
Florence, Italy
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Availability
Terms Available:
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Age Requirement18-30
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
- Architecture
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Creative Writing
- Fashion Design & Merchandising
- Graphic Design
- History
- Humanities
- Interior Design
- Italian
- Literature
- Photography
- Visual Arts
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Updated Nov 26, 2025
Program Details
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Locations
- Florence, Italy
Fields & Subjects
- Architecture
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Creative Writing
- Fashion Design & Merchandising
- Graphic Design
- History
- Humanities
- Interior Design
- Italian
- Literature
- Photography
- Visual Arts
Available Terms / Availability
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Other
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Written Application
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
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Program Reviews
Hear what past participants have to say about Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA)
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19 reviews
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Academics
5.0
Program Administration
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Health & Safety
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Community
5.0
Cultural Immersion
4.8
Living Situation
4.7
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Review this ProgramShowing 1-19 of 19 reviews
Nick GardnerUnited States · February 2014
Amazing Experience in Florence
Florence Rocks! Make sure to go to the academia in the morning. Studying abroad is so much fun.
Karli FischerUnited States · February 2014
Awesome Experience
It was an awesome and life changing experience! :)
Elena GuerraFebruary 2014
Excellent
It was an accommodating program and the staff was nice.
Hannah HogauUnited States · February 2014
GREAT!
It was an amazing experience.
SydneyUnited States · February 2014
I love it
I love it very much. It was great. I love where I live and the people I was with. I didn't know anyone but met great new friends in school and out.
Blake BrougherUnited States · February 2014
Fun Experience
This program is excellently fun! All of our needs and issues were addressed. This school taught me a lot.
Eloy RicoUnited States · February 2014
GREAT!
Great Program! Would recommend to my students wanting to study abroad! Friendly and helpful administration! Awesome trips!
Sarah CarlyleUnited States · February 2014
Great Study Experience
Great program and wonderful staff. I will never forget my experience here!
Lauren PecorUnited States · February 2014
Great Experience
It was an awesome trip and experience! Totally do it again!
Samantha MeyerUnited States · September 2013
Texan in Florence
Lots of opportunities to travel to other cities like Chianti and Venice, loved the busses and SRISA's campus facilities. My apartment was great and I was close to everything in Florence. The food and culture were amazing and I met people from other parts of the US and from around the world.
Karli FischerUnited States · September 2013
Always
It was an awesome and life changing experience!
Elma HumeUnited States · September 2013
Fantastic
It was an accommodating program and the staff was nice.
Hannah HoganUnited States · September 2013
It was an amazing experience!
It was an amazing experience!
SydneySeptember 2013
I loved it very much!
I loved it very much. It was great. I love where I live and the people I was with. I didn't know anyone but met great new friends in school and out.
Blake BroughelSeptember 2013
I felt that this program was excellently fun!
I felt that this program was excellently fun! All of our needs and issues were addressed. This school has taught me a lot.
Eley RicoSeptember 2013
Awesome Abroad Program!
Great Program! Would recommend it to every student wanting to study abroad. Friendly and helpful administration. Awesome trip!
Sarah CarlyleSeptember 2013
Great program and wonderful staff! - PR
Great program and wonderful staff! I will never forget my experience here!
Lauren PecorSeptember 2013
It was an awesome trip and experience!
It was an awesome trip and experience! Totally do it again!
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all the most common questions about Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA).
What are the requirements to apply?
All students applying to SRISA must meet the following requirements:
- Students must be at least 18 years of age.
- Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
- Students must have maintained a 2.5 GPA in all college work attempted.
- Students must submit their most recent transcript (either high school or college transcripts) to the Admissions Office along with their application.
Do I need to have previous art experience or an art background?
No, it is not necessary to have any previous art experience. Although many of our students are art majors, SRISA welcomes students from varied backgrounds who wish to receive an introduction to art or participate in our Liberal Arts program.
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 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, all students may take Italian classes tailored to their proficiency level.
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