There are few cities in the world as enchanting as Florence. This cradle of the Renaissance gives students the truly unique opportunity to study in a city that emanates history, culture and art and is home to monumental museums, palaces and churches. The city of Florence offers students the opportunity to see world class operas, concerts, art exhibits and festivals that normally can be seen only in a big city, all while holding on to its quaint, Italian charm. The city is the students' classroom and its rich history and culture are brought to life as students study first hand the works of masters who shaped Western culture, such as Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, Lorenzo de Medici, Galileo and Michelangelo.

The Study Center, located in the 15th-century Alessandri Palace, is just a short stroll from the marbled Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio, and the world renowned Uffizi gallery. In the midst of all this history, the Center's impressive facilities are equipped with modern comforts and technology. Students and faculty also use the Center as a gathering place for study groups and social activities.

On program-coordinated day trips, students can see and study multifaceted treasures of Ravenna, Siena, San Gimignano, Pienza and Volterra. Overnight weekend group trips are planned to cities such as Venice and Rome. During spring and fall terms, students have a 10-day mid-term break for extended personal travel.

Program housing is apartment-style within an approximate 25-minute or less walk from the Study Center. Bedrooms are twins and triples with shared bathrooms. Other amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, washing machine, living area with television, wireless internet access, and weekly cleaning service. Bed linens and towels are provided. Daily meal vouchers to local cafes and restaurants are also included in the program fee.

The Italian Studies Florence Center Minor enhances and focuses the student’s program in Italy. The minor is built around Florence residency, but can be pursued before and after it as well: 15 credits are required, 9 of which must be earned in Florence. Students may choose from various disciplines in Italian Studies. Consult the Florida State University Bulletin (registrar.fsu.edu/bulletin) and/or contact International Programs for formal declaration of the minor.

This program is open to all interested students who originally applied to the Florida State University for fall semester admission but were offered a place in the following spring semester. Rather than waiting until spring semester to join Florida State, admission can begin with International Programs during the fall semester.

Fee includes: The fee includes all registration and instructional costs up to 16 undergraduate credit hours; housing; some meals (while school is in session, participants will receive five 10 Euro meal vouchers each week); program social/cultural excursions and activities; health insurance; international student ID card; entry visa; full-time academic and administrative support; T-shirt.

Not included: The fee does not include round-trip international airfare; passport; food (except as noted); books and supplies; personal travel/activity/spending money.

Please Note
At the time of publication, all students will be required to obtain an Italian student visa. Details will be supplied after acceptance.

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