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AIFS Abroad in Florence, Italy: Semester (Study Abroad Program)

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  • Locations: Florence, Italy
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
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  • Program Sponsor: AIFS 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 10/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** 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.
Fact Sheet:
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Minimum GPA: 2.5 Minimum Class Standing: 2. Sophomore, 3. Junior, 4. Senior
Language of Instruction: English, Italian Housing Type: Apartment Shared, Homestay
Area of Study: Architecture, Art, Art History, Arts, Business, Classical Studies, Communication, Communications, Criminology, Culinary Arts, Culture, Design, Ecology, Economics, European Studies, Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Film, Gender Studies, History, Human Resources Management, Humanities, International Business, International Relations, International Studies, Internships, Italian, Italian Language & Literature, Journalism, Liberal Arts, Literature, Management, Marketing, Math/Statistics, Media Studies, Music, Peace & Conflict Studies, Philosophy, Photography, Political Science, Psychology, Religion/Theology, Service Learning, Sociology, Studio Art
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Italy: AIFS Global Education Center in Florence

Spend a semester or academic year in the artistically and culturally rich city of Florence, Italy, with AIFS Abroad! Choose from a wide variety of courses at the AIFS Global Education Center with credit awarded by Fairfield University.

 Semester/Term Eligibility Requirements Rec. Semester Credits
 Fall, Spring or
Academic Year		  Open to First Year, Sophomore, Junior, Senior Minimum of 2.5 GPA  Up to 16


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Where You'll Study

The AIFS Global Education Center in Florence is in the heart of the historic center. It is within walking distance of the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio and Accademia as well as numerous stores, restaurants and trattoria. Located in the AIFS Abroad Center is a Resident Director and Student Advisors to help scholars adjust to life in Italy. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building and there are a small number of computers for student use/printing. Academic credit for the AIFS Florence program is awarded by Fairfield University.

What Makes AIFS Abroad different?

Career Readiness

Professional development is at the foundation of our preparation for participants' time abroad. We utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment as a tool to help all participants understand themselves better, provide a vocabulary around their natural talents, and deepen the impact of their experience abroad.

Access, Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity (AIDE)

As an organization we are committed to ensuring all identities are able to thrive in an inclusive global educational environment. Everyone has a complex identity, and the different aspects of your identity are important when deciding on a program and location. Review our Social Identity Pages to assist you when selecting a program that best fits your interests and needs.
AIDE General Social Identity Resources

Sustainability

We are the first education abroad provider to sign on with the
Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE).
Focused on making education abroad carbon neutral, we include
carbon offsets for all participants' return flights, environmental
education connecting students on the ground to environmental
projects, and make our own business practices more
sustainable.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Tuition
  • Pre-departure advising
  • Housing
  • Onsite Resident Director
  • Cultural & Social
    Activities
  • Excursions & day trips
    24/7 Emergency
    Support
  • Comprehensive
    insurance
  • Carbon offsets
  • and more

EXCURSIONS COULD INCLUDE

  • Rome
  • Venice
  • Siena
  • and more.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Group flight package
  • Airport transfer
  • Additional excursions

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

AIFS funding, combined with other sources of financial support students can access, will help make international education goals attainable. Find out more about what we have to offer.

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T: (800) 727-2437
studyabroad@aifs.com
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Florence, Italy
  • Earn up to 16 credits per semester studying abroad in Florence; no previous Italian language study is required.
  • Live in an Italian home or student apartment.
  • Choose from three available programs: Traditional Academic Program | Fashion Management and Marketing Program (spring semester only) | Internship Program (additional requirements/criteria apply).
  • Enjoy cultural and social activities such as visits to museums, art galleries, churches and theaters, plus course-related field trips, wine tasting and cooking classes, gelato tasting, walking tours and more; volunteer opportunities are also available.
  • Excursions include a multi-day field trip to Rome, a 2-day visit to Venice and a day trip to Siena.
  • A 2-night tour of London, England, is included for students on the AIFS Flight Package.
  • Tuition and transcripts provided by Richmond University in Florence.
 
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Offering more than $800,000 in scholarships, grants & financial support each year!  
   
AIFS is recognized as a premier provider of study abroad programs. All-inclusive program fees cover tuition, housing, a meal plan, tours and excursions, insurance and 24-hour emergency service. Since 1964, more than 1.5 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS.
 
     
 

 

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