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CIEE Arts, Architecture and Design in Florence, Italy (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Model: Affiliate Language of Instruction: English, Italian
Program Type: Internship, Study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.75
Housing: Apartment, Dormitory, Homestay Academic Partner: CIEE
Program Description:

Arts, Architecture and Design

FLORENCE, ITALY

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Program Overview

Take your studies to the birthplace of the Renaissance! Designed for art, architecture, design, urban studies, and sustainability studies majors, this hybrid discipline-based semester-long program offers you the opportunity to access courses aligned with your interests in the historic, world-renowned city of Florence. 

When class is in session, you’ll choose from a wide range of courses in English at CIEE Florence and CIEE’s esteemed partner school, Florence University of the Arts (FUA). To round out your academic experience, you may also pursue an optional directed independent research project or enroll in a for-credit internship to gain hands-on global work experience in a local organization. 

Unique Experiences

VIST CATTEDRALE DI SANTA MARIA DEL FIORE

to appreciate Florence’s iconic cathedral

STOP BY PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO

to enjoy sweeping, breathtaking views of Florence’s skyline

VISIT VIVOLI GELATO

one of Florence’s oldest and best gelato shops

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Excursions & Activities

  • Enjoy excursions to iconic Italian towns like the eternal city of Rome or the university town of Bologna  
  • Visit important cultural and historical landmarks in Tuscany, including Siena or Pisa  
  • Explore the Chianti region and its wineries  
  • Have an aperitif with local students and learn how to make traditional pizza  
  • Give back to the community and volunteer with a local organization 

Projects

A for-credit internship (in English or in Italian) gives students the opportunity to gain practical real-world work experience in a company within a variety of industry sectors. In addition to the on-site business experience, students participating in an internship program have a weekly classroom component, which provides academic support to their practical experience. Placements in English are limited, and Italian language skills may be necessary for some placements.  

Directed Independent Research is for qualified students who have demonstrated academic rigor and curiosity toward a particular research topic. Independent research topics will be approved by the CIEE Florence Director and home institution and must reflect a topic that is relevant to Florence or Italy. To be accepted into this course, students must submit a structured proposal with the topic of exploration and the significance of the research topic as it relates to Florence/Italy, methodology, a literature review, and a schedule of research milestones. Upon research completion, students will present their findings to a panel of academics. 

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Three-day orientation – an introduction to Italian culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel protection included

Questions?

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2025 02/15/2025 ** Rolling Admission 08/26/2025 12/12/2025

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.