Summer in Florence
Unique Experiences
FAST-FORWARD YOUR LANGUAGE SKILLS
or explore art history, food culture, and applied arts, to name a few, with classes taught in English or Italian
EXPLORE
Florence슬롯사이트s sites and monuments like the Duomo, Pitti Palace, Boboli Gardens and beyond
BASK IN THE RENAISSANCE
at Florence슬롯사이트s Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery, and Medici Libraries
Your Destination
Home to a treasure trove of artistic and architectural jewels and a rich cultural heritage, Florence is considered the cradle of the Renaissance. The rich historic and artistic foundation makes Florence an exciting choice for study abroad students from all backgrounds. From its renowned art galleries and museums, such as the Uffizi Gallery, to its unrivaled architecture, like its impressive Duomo, Florence is a student-friendly city boasting endless opportunities to immerse oneself in the local language, food, and culture.
The perfect beauty of Florence, the capital of Italy슬롯사이트s Tuscany region, unfolds over stunning rolling hills, timeless art and architecture by the likes of Michaelangelo, Brunelleschi, and Leonardo da Vinci. Every region of Italy has its own culinary traditions and Tuscany is no exception, from wine and olive oil, to Florentine Steak and Pappa al Pomodoro. All of this makes studying abroad in Florence nothing short of spectacular!
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 슬롯머신's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when revising itineraries is always to enhance your experience. Every activity is designed to provide you with a deep immersion in your topic, local culture and sights. Activities may include:
- Visits to significant Florence locations, such as the Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore, Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, and more
- Visits to a smaller historical city in Tuscany such as Lucca, Siena, or Volterra
- Learning to prepare a typical, seasonal Florentine dish
- Visits to a traditional working vineyard and olive grove, including an in-depth description of wine and oil production, promotion, and distribution
Program Blogs
When You Open Your Heart and Mind, Study Abroad Fills Them
"From taking classes in the beautiful historic Palazzo Guadagni building in Piazza Santo Spirito, visits to learn about the local Feminist Library - Fiesolana2b, to weekend trips to the Vatican Museums, Ravenna, Chiantiland, and Fiesole the moments that I will cherish from this experience are endless." Ziona King, Summer 2024, 슬롯머신 Florence
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Housing & Meals
Housing
슬롯머신 Florence offers housing options to ensure you're comfortable in슬롯사이트―your home away from home. All housing options슬롯사이트―are슬롯사이트―located in슬롯사이트―neighborhoods with convenient access to public슬롯사이트―transportation,슬롯사이트―shops,슬롯사이트―cafΓ©s, and eateries.슬롯사이트―
Standard Housing:슬롯사이트―Includes a double room at a슬롯사이트―shared apartment located under 40 minutes from슬롯사이트―슬롯머신 Florence.슬롯사이트―Apartments boast kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with슬롯사이트―other students.슬롯사이트―슬롯사이트―슬롯사이트―
Select Housing: Includes a limited number of single rooms in슬롯사이트―shared apartments located within 40 minutes from슬롯사이트―슬롯머신 Florence. Apartments boast kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with슬롯사이트―other students.슬롯사이트― Select housing requires an슬롯사이트―additional fee.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
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Academics
This summer program is designed for students to learn about Italy and Italian culture and/or take their Italian language skills to the next level, with a choice of one, two, or three four-week sessions.슬롯사이트―Options include language or content courses taught in English and/or Italian.슬롯사이트―
슬롯머신 Florence: Situated in the lively square of Piazza Santo Spirito, 슬롯머신 Florence is ideally located in Palazzo Guadagni, a historically significant building characterized by its stone faΓ§ade, high vaulted ceilings, and remarkable frescoes. Palazzo Guadagni is renowned as one of the best examples of a Florentine Renaissance palace. The art and history the building carries will inspire students who choose to study here in the cradle of the Rennaissance.
Course Information
Summer Session I 2025
Summer Session II 2025
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 슬롯머신 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 슬롯머신's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 슬롯머신 sites.
Scholarships & Grants
슬롯머신 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- 슬롯머신 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- 슬롯머신 STEM Scholarship
To be considered, submit the 슬롯머신 Scholarships & Grants application within your 슬롯머신 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 슬롯머신, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $5,750 |
| Program Summer Session II 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $5,750 |
| Program Summer Session I and II 2025 8 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $10,350 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 슬롯머신's 슬롯 게임 of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,150 ** |
| Housing | $2,100 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $5,750 |
Optional Housing
슬롯머신 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $400 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $290 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ |
| Local Transportation | $90 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 |
| Books & Supplies | $150 |
| Personal expenses | $150 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ |
| Total Costs | $1,930 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 Tickets are purchased and validated on APP. 1.70 per transit ticket/15.50 for carnet of 10
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,150 ** |
| Housing | $2,100 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $5,750 |
Optional Housing
슬롯머신 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $400 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $290 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ |
| Local Transportation | $90 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 |
| Books & Supplies | $150 |
| Personal expenses | $150 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ |
| Total Costs | $1,930 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 Tickets are purchased and validated on APP. 1.70 per transit ticket/15.50 for carnet of 10
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $5,650 ** |
| Housing | $4,200 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $10,350 |
Optional Housing
슬롯머신 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $800 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $580 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ |
| Local Transportation | $180 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 |
| Books & Supplies | $300 |
| Personal expenses | $300 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ |
| Total Costs | $2,610 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 Tickets are purchased and validated on APP. 1.70 per transit ticket/15.50 for carnet of 10
슬롯사이트 βΆΔ 슬롯사이트 βΆΔ $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
슬롯머신 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Tina Marisa Rocchio
Center Director
Tina grew up between the mountains of Vermont and the coastline of Rhode Island and has spent her adult life between Tuscany and Rome. Mastering Italian in high school, she...
Carla Fronteddu
Academic Director
Carla has a decade of experience in American study abroad programs and universities in Florence.
Francesca Cellini
Student Life Manager
Francesca is pursuing her passion to assist international students who have decided to embark on this life-changing experience of studying abroad.
Daniele Bini
Program Manager
Daniele was born and raised in Florence and grew up in the Chianti countryside of Florence. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Languages from the University of Florence, where...
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