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SRISA Accredited Summer: Fine Arts, Liberal Arts & Design

by: Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA)

4.83 (6)Since 1970

During the summer session, Florence offers more than its historical heritage with renowned figures like Michelangelo and Dante. The city's contemporary achievements in fashion, architecture, and design bring unparalleled opportunities to study abroad. With our Tuscany and Italy excursions and cultural activities, students gain a comprehensive, transformative, and contextualized understanding of their coursework, transcending traditional classroom boundaries. For students with less time to spare, SRISA offers American University-level undergraduate courses taught in English in Fine Arts, Liberal Arts, and Design. Summer sessions are four weeks long. Students enroll in classes ranging between 3-6 credit hours per Session. Summer A (May-June) Total Credits: 3-6 Summer B (June-July) Total Credits: 3-6

Program Highlights

Enjoy community engagement while participating in local events and exhibitions and attending classes that use Florence as a teaching tool within the curriculum.

Become part of our SRISA Community and immerse yourself in an environment of collaboration.

Benefit from affordable tuition at SRISA, a non-profit institution where all tuition and fees are put directly into the services and facilities available to the students.

Receive guidance from our dedicated, amazing staff & faculty who create an environment where you become part of the family while studying here.

Study in a safe and central area of Florence, far enough from the tourist traps but close to all the main attractions, about 10 minutes by foot to the Duomo Cathedral.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Florence, Italy
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 18-35
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Arts
  • Creative Writing
  • Culinary Arts
  • Culture
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Independent Study
  • Italian
  • Jewelry Design
  • Languages & Linguistics
  • Liberal Arts
  • Literature
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Nov 26, 2025

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.83

Total Reviews

6

Staff was amazing

August 29, 2024by: Gabrielle S Frampton
5

Staff was amazing, Florence was amazing, I took friendships and lessons away that I will always cherish and remember. My professors, Martina and Yuko. The best ladies and so wonderful and caring. I also really enjoyed their classes, Exploring Florence and Jewelry.

I would definitely return to SRISA

August 22, 2024by: Aryn Friedman
5

I would definitely return to SRISA if given the opportunity! Not only do I LOVE Florence, but the courses and staff have made this experience so worthwhile! I think that SRISA provides the perfect balance for heir students of learning and exploring the city around them! The most memorable experience/course at SRISA was my Discovering Florence course with Angelo! Angelo puts forth 110% effort in making his classes amazing for his students, and provides all of us with really cool experiences to enhance our semester studying abroad. I learned and have found myself to be much more independent than I was when I first came to Florence! The encouragement from SRISA's staff to step out of our comfort zones and explore the city around us for sure allowed me to branch out and not take a moment for granted! I have really enjoyed my semester at SRISA and will miss Florence a TON! I am so grateful that I have had this experience, and I will ALWAYS be jealous of future SRISA students and anybody that gets to spend substantial time in the best city in the world!

I enjoyed the program, the course, and the instructors as a whole!

August 19, 2024by: Mirra Schultz
5

I don’t know if I have a single one experience that stood out. I enjoyed the program, the course, and the instructors as a whole! Thank you for such an amazing semester! SRISA truly made my time abroad in Florence so incredibly and memorable.

Thank you for everything and for accepting feedback

August 13, 2024by: Sydney A Claflin
4

Loved the staff, the friends I met and most of the teachers. Field trips were awesome and overall it was the best time of my life. Best 4 months ever. Thank you to the staff (behind-the-scenes staff especially!) Shoutout Lynn, Tamara, Anna Maria, Seba, Alessia, Kitija, Angelo, Dasha) My most memorable experience was Angelo--without a doubt. I know Angelo probably gets so much love but he really deserves it. He does so much for everyone and is understanding, compassionate, and not only a teacher but a friend. He really really cares about his students. This man should be the highest-paid teacher. He made my experience a 5/5 and I can't say it would be that without him. SRISA needs to make sure they keep this man and GET THIS MAN A RAISE because SRISA would not be the same. You guys rock! Thank you for everything and for accepting feedback! The end-of-year gala was beautiful-- thank you! <3

I really like how kind and helpful all of the faculty is

August 05, 2024by: Suong H Han
5

I really like how kind and helpful all of the faculty is. It is also very convenient in location and that motivates me into wanting to be in the Italian culture via interacting/going to events/meeting people. My most memorable experience were Chiara, Angelo, Enriqua.

I enjoyed every minute here and if I could stay longer I would

August 03, 2024by: Jenna J Springirth
5

I enjoyed every minute here and if I could stay longer I would. This program is not like any American university program in Florence. This is a unique high level school that anyone can go to. There are many classes to offer and the professors are very good and are locals. Touring around during class to walk around the city and learn where we live was my favorite. I learned how to emerge myself into the culture where I am foreign to the language. I was able to cook and grocery shop for the freshest foods. I got to speak to locals and hangout with them as well.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Florence, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Arts
  • Creative Writing
  • Culinary Arts
  • Culture
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Independent Study
  • Italian
  • Jewelry Design
  • Languages & Linguistics
  • Liberal Arts
  • Literature

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Terms Available:
  • Summer

Age Requirement

18-35

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Some Equipment
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Emergency Support

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Independent living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    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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