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.

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 ...

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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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.

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Florence, Italy

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Terms Available:

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Summer

Age Requirement18-30

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Florence, Italy

Types & Subjects

Subjects & Courses
Architecture
Art & Fine Arts
Art History
Creative Writing

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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)

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Other

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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.

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