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STUDY ABROAD OPTIONS
Our study abroad offering provides students with world class learning opportunities, professional development, and cultural experiences.
Programs include:
- Semester and Year-Abroad
- Summer and Winter Break Programs
- Faculty-Led and Customized Programs
Semester and Year Abroad
The semester and year programs provide the biggest opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a true transformative experience, due to the amount of time spent abroad. The year long program will help to leverage your language skills the most as you navigate life as a 'local'. The Fall semester program runs from September through December while the Spring semester program runs from late January through May. Students can earn 12-16 credits upon the successful completion of their courses.
Spring, Summer and Winter Break Programs
The summer months provide an extraordinary time for students to partake in a study abroad experience. Florence is buzzing with activities and events. The short summer programs provide the opportunity for students to take part in a 4-week program, while still leaving time for students to return home to intern, work, or travel to other destinations.
The winter break program provides an opportunity to study abroad during the winter holidays, usually starting immediately after the Christmas holiday. Check back for our December 2026 program.
Independent short-course programs take place during Spring break. Programming for Spring 2027 to be announced soon.
Faculty-Led Program
Faculty-Led and Customized study abroad programs provide an opportunity for professors to experience and teach courses overseas, while bringing a group of students from their home university (or other affiliated schools). Faculty-Led programs are available either as an on campus program or a one week trip model.
One-week Faculty-Led programs include structured academic components, such as site visits, expert lectures, and cultural immersion, to ensure an intensive learning experience within a short timeframe. By packing these activities into a brief, high-touch format, these programs allow students with heavy workloads or financial constraints to gain international experience, earn academic credit, and receive guided mentorship from familiar faculty.
With the One-Week or Multi-Week Faculty-Led Campus Program model, Faculty and students will have full use of our host partner's campus facilities and labs, as well a the city as your classroom. We help plan the many on-site visits to local museums, galleries, local businesses, and other points of interest. These programs are enriched by traveling with ease to other nearby cities. Our Field Trip Coordinator can assist with the organization of visits and travel.