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Study Abroad in Florence, Italy with WorldStrides

$14,850Program Costs
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4.8 / 5Overall Rating
54Reviews
1987Year established

Program Overview

Discover Florence, Italy’s Renaissance capital, where art, history, and academic exploration come together in a charming and walkable city. Study at Florence University of the Arts while exploring the streets that inspired legendary artists and thinkers like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. With its welcoming atmosphere, iconic landmarks, and convenient access to destinations across Italy and E...

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Program Highlights

Study at the Florence University of the Arts and Apicius International School of Hospitality, in the historic Palazzo Doni and Palazzo Guicciardini-Strozzi.
WorldStrides Higher Ed awards over 2.4 million dollars per year in scholarships and grants.
Choose from a range of subjects - Advertising, Design, History, Italian Language, and more.
WorldStrides hosts an in-depth orientation when you arrive to help you navigate the city, academic culture, and your new home – all included in your program.
WorldStrides offers 24/7 emergency support, international insurance, local on-site teams, and more.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Some Accommodation
Some Program Activity Costs
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Academic Advising

Program Details

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Locations

  • Florence, Italy

Types & Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Arts

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • American
  • Canadian
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application
  • Disciplinary Clearance Form
  • Physical Exam/Health Records

Age Requirement

18-25

Duration

  • Summer
  • Spring
  • Fall

Starts At

  • Quarter: $14,850

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Health & Safety
4.7
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4.6
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4.6
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Alayna O’Keefe

Alayna O’Keefe

Participated in 2019

Alumni

Alayna is a recent graduate from Arizona State University where she received a BA in Global Studies and a minor in Sustainable Tourism. She is passion...

I have a passion for travel and learning about history and culture. My passions even influenced what I chose to study in college. I have been lucky enough to travel internationally a lot with my family, but I always wanted to make it a goal of mine to study abroad and live and learn on my own.

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Mandy Terbrueggen

Mandy Terbrueggen

Participated in 2014

Alumni

Mandy is from Florida and graduated from Florida Southern College in 2013. She is currently living in New York City and hopes to plan a trip back to E...

I had a strong desire to travel and wanted to do it in a setting where I could meet other people who shared the same enthusiasm of exploring the world as me.

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Danielle Adone

Danielle Adone

Participated in 2011

Alumni

A 2013 graduate of St Francis College, Danielle has a degree in Communication Arts with a concentration in Advertising and Journalism and a minor in B...

When my best friend Francesca and I decided to study abroad, we knew our biggest obstacle would be getting our parents’ approval. We wanted to find a program that would give us the experience we were looking for while allowing our parents to know that we were safe. The application process was a long one but ISA made it so easy to find the right country and program.

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Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Study Abroad Providers 2024
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Notable Mention
Innovative Student Video Finalist 2022
Innovation in Alumni Engagement Finalist 2022
Innovation in Diversity 2021 Finalist
Innovative New Program – Study Abroad 2021 Finalist

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