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Locations: Florence, Italy
Program Terms: Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Summer	2027	03/10/2027 **	Rolling Admission	05/18/2027	08/07/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English, Italian	Minimum GPA:	2.75

Program Description:

Summer at Florence University of the Arts

Picture yourself walking to class past Renaissance palaces and open-air markets, then diving into coursework that uses Florence itself as your learning lab. You'll choose from a range of courses taught in English at the Florence University of the Arts (FUA).

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Choose from courses in hospitality, marketing, management, Italian culture, and the arts--no Italian language experience required
Enroll in one course per summer session, taught by international and local faculty alongside students from around the world.
Gain practical skills through site visits, fieldwork, and optional placements designed to deepen your engagement with the local culture
Each course also includes a field trip component to make learning more immersive
Join cultural experiences like local cooking classes or tours of Florence's famous leather district, and enjoy a day trip to Siena and neighboring Tuscan towns

Discover Florence

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year, we award more than $2.4 million in scholarships and grants to WorldStrides students studying or interning abroad. Take a look at the different ways you can make an experience abroad a reality.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
After submitting the application with your university, you will also apply through WorldStrides.

The WorldStrides Difference

Program Flexibility

No matter when or what you want to study, we have a program to fit your schedule and your degree.

Upfront Pricing

Study abroad without the guesswork. Clear costs, no hidden fees, and programs built for your budget.

Expert Support

From your first question to your first day overseas, our dedicated teams here and abroad have your back 24/7.

Unique Experiences

Go beyond the classroom with internships, community engagement, and faith-based programs.

Meet Ella P.

"Studying abroad in Florence was the best decision of my life. Being able to experience a completely different culture and way of life is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. There is no better way to learn than through experiences."

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!