Graphic Design Study Abroad Programs in Florence, Italy

I would definitely recommend studying abroad with CIEE because information is always clearly communicated, the staff is super welcoming and friendly, orientation was very helpful, and I got to go on fun trips and activities with the program.

I absolutely loved CIEE! I would recommend them because they are extremely supportive, helpful, and kind. They offer a ton of opportunities for students to dive into that they would never have access to at home. CIEE helps students explore a new culture and community while making them feel at home!

I would recommend yes! Especially for Art History majors because the course immerses you in the Art where you are able to critically evaluate the works it a fist hand way that pictures can not do justice to.

I immediately felt so welcome and supported throughout my entire time abroad. There were several activities offered throughout the months which was so nice to be able to see different parts of Italy and do activities, like Arno rafting, that I wouldn’t necessarily do on my own time. They built a very strong community in this program and I am so glad I chose CIEE! Through the activities I made lots of friends and I will miss them all when we leave!

I think the program had amazing included benefits to the students, the activities planned and trips helped build a community within the program and help students see more of the surrounding cities in Italy.

It's not a problem because this was an amazing experience. Everything is very well organized. The teachers and program staff are super friendly and always look out for the students.I also think it's a perfect way to discover and learn about new places and people.

This was an amazing experience. Everything is very well organized. The teachers and program staff are super friendly and always look out for the students.I also think it's a perfect way to discover and learn about new places and people.

I would be likely to recommend CIEE study abroad to others because of all of the faculty, staff, teachers, classes, activities, and more. I absolutely loved my time with CIEE and couldn't recommend it more.

I think the staff at CIEE Florence made this experience so much more enjoyable than I had originally thought it would be. I could tell that they truly cared and cared about their students and planned amazing experiences for us

I found the CIEE organizers and staff to be incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. I was nervous because the process of going abroad was daunting, but they helped me all along the way. Once I arrived, the CIEE staff made me feel right at home despite never having left the country. The CIEE program built a strong community where it was easy to create new friendships and experience life in a different country.

I studied in the fall of 2021. The campus itself was spread all around Florence, which sometimes made it tough to make it from class to class in time. That is really my only complaint, though! They had free cooking classes (outside of classes for credit) and free mental health services which was a huge bonus. Overall, I had a really great experience!

Studying abroad with CEA Capa in Florence was one of the best decisions I have made! Prior to departure, CEA Capa staff were always willing to help with any questions I had. They did an amazing job finding us our housing in the perfect location and great amenities. There were always activities to do around the city that were organized by CEA Capa and the classes were all so interesting and fun. I learned so much about Italian culture that I never would have without these classes.

I'd be likely to recommend because I had a great time with the program and felt supported by staff and also had a lot of opportunity to engage with the local culture. I would however, advise someone that they need more money than is suggested in the total costs.

I had an amazing time, thanks to CEA CAPA, in Florence, Italy. I stayed with a roommate in the cutest apartment ever, and me and 16 other Biomedical Engineering students from the University of Miami all studied together in a CEACAPA classroom. They set up the best trips and programs for us and were so helpful when we needed anything: from a doctor, to a restaurant recommendation, or knowing where the best running trails are. I now work with CEA CAPA as an ambassador, and my experience there has been great as well. If you are considering studying abroad, look into doing it with CEA CAPA!

Spending time abroad in Florence was genuinely a dream. My street, lined with charming cobblestones, became my home in a way I never expected. Every corner and store of that street holds memories I miss deeply, like the family who took me in as one of their own. They fed me, ate with me, and helped me translate when I needed a cab or help on my italian homework, those simple meals turned into life long memories. There was the bar down the street that by night, buzzed with laughter and new local friends. By day, it was a little refuge where I could have cappuccino with the owner before class. Florence was more than just a city; it became a home filled with people I miss deeply and experiences I will treasure for life. It left a mark on me that I’ll carry with me always.

I had an amazing experience studying abroad in the Fall 2023 semester in Florence, Italy through the CEA Program. The variety of course offerings, professor-student relationships, and out-of-class activities were incredible. I had the opportunity to learn Italian, meet with professors outside of class, and attend a pasta-making class through CEA! I loved the food and culture of Florence with its tight-knit community and authentic, traditional recipes. It was an experience I will never forget and I hope to return soon!

My time studying abroad was the most enriching experience of my life so far. Despite only being abroad with my class for 6 weeks, I feel as though I spent months there due to the amount of knowledge and perspective on the world I gained throughout my time. I believe that every student should have this once in a lifetime experience to study abroad if possible.

CEA responded to this reviewMarch 21, 2024

Hey Gabriela. Thanks for your fantastic review about Florence! We totally agree that everyone should have the study abroad experience!

Before choosing Florence, I talked to many students who had previously studied abroad. Some people claimed Florence was a "basic" destination and "everyone studies there", but for me this was not the case. Florence was the best study abroad destination for me personally and for many of my peers. There is so much to see, do, and experience as I never had a day in which I was bored. Italy is full of amazing food, art, history, and culture. My housing with CAPA was amazing, a 3 minute walk to school compared to my friends in Barcelona who had at least a 45 minute commute to school including the metro. I met so many new people that I still talk with today. I think about this experience every day of my life. Pros: - New friends - New experiences - Independence Cons: - Adapting to a new culture can be difficult - Time difference with USA - Missing family/friends back home

I studied abroad for a Fall semester in Florence, Italy! It was a great experience meeting new people and exploring European culture. I took four classes: Italian Language, International Business, Art History, and Social Justice. I really enjoyed the Art History class because we were able to go see lots of the art in person. I also enjoyed the excursions to Cinque Terre and Sorrento. I am so grateful for the opportunity to study abroad with CEA in such a beautiful place as Florence and learn so much.

I studied abroad in Florence in December of 2022 for a week and a half and it was a trip of a lifetime and I would not trade it for the world. Through this trip I had the opportunity to meet so many amazing people from my university that I didn't already know and truly immerse myself into the culture. We went to so many places amazing places like Lucca, Pisa, and San Geminiano plus beautiful countryside wineries and olive groves. One of my favorite parts of the trip was trying all of the delicious food that Tuscany and Florence are known for. We even got to participate in a cooking class to make one of the traditional dishes, tortelli. If I had the chance I would go back and do it all over again and hopefully can in a few years!