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Florence, Italy

Arts, Architecture and Design

Study Program Part-Time Internship

Dates

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15 weeks

Costs

Credit

12 - 16 semester hours

18 - 24 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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16 weeks

Costs

Credit

12 - 16 semester hours

18 - 24 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Overview

Your Arts, Architecture and Design program in Florence lasts a full semester. You will enroll in a combination of 黑料网911courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Italian culture. Live and learn in Florence! 

Unique Experiences

Visit Cattedrale di Santa Maria Del Fiore

to appreciate Florence鈥檚 iconic cathedral

Stop by Piazzale Michelangelo

to enjoy sweeping, breathtaking views of Florence鈥檚 skyline

Indulge in Buontalenti gelato

the first gelato ever created right in Florence

Experience
  • Florence Ponte Vecchio

Your Destination

Florence is Italy鈥檚 cultural capital, offering an inspiring environment for students of the arts, architecture, and design. The city鈥檚 Renaissance legacy, iconic landmarks like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, world-renowned museums, artisan workshops, and vibrant creative scene provide a rich backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're sketching in historic piazzas, studying design history up close, or exploring contemporary Italian style, Florence is the perfect place to study abroad. 

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Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from 黑料网911courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities. 
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in Florence will open doors for you to explore Italy's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad. 鈥 鈥 鈥 

Samples of past excursions and activities:鈥 

  • Enjoy excursions to Florentine locations, such as the Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore, Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, and more 鈥
  • Visit smaller historical Tuscan cities, such as Lucca, Siena, or Volterra
  • Explore a traditional working vineyard and olive grove, with an in-depth description of wine and oil production, promotion, and distribution 

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.鈥  

Program Blogs

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From CIEE

The Ultimate Guide to Studying Abroad in Italy

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Diana Biagini (Program Coordinator) promoting the Festival dei Popoli by distributing leaflets in Florence's outlying neighborhoods.
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From CIEE

EAT, DRINK, EXPLORE: FLORENCE

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN FLORENCE It's not autumn in Florence if you don't snack on schiacciata all'uva (Italian sweet bread with smashed grapes) during the city's annual grape harvest... keep reading

Housing
Academics

Academics

黑料网911Florence:鈥Study at The Social Hub in Viale Belfiore, where modern classrooms meet a lively community vibe. Grab coffee in the on-site caf茅s, connect with Italian university students and young professionals in co-working spaces, and take in breathtaking views of Florence from the rooftop terrace 鈥 all just steps from the historic city center.  

Florence University of the Arts (FUA):鈥The American University of Florence is an Italian Institute of Higher Education accredited and authorized by the Region of Tuscany to conduct approved formative educational courses. FUA-AUF is a free-standing, private, non-denominational institution.  

Arizona State University (ASU):鈥Brought to you by 黑料网911in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the 黑料网911academic calendar. 

Courses

Course Information

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 黑料网911and 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 CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 黑料网911sites.

Internships

Discover Internship Opportunities

We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with 黑料网911Study Abroad.

Explore Industry Options

While often seen as an art hub, Florence's work scene is grounded in manufacturing SMEs and small hospitality, food, fashion, and tourism businesses. This diverse economy supports a dynamic environment where creativity and craftsmanship thrive, showcasing the city's unique blend of tradition and modern industry. 

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Architecture and Construction

Develop hands-on technical skills and responsible building planning while working for global architecture firms abroad.

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Consumer Goods and Retail

Explore consumer behaviors, business strategies, international retail trends, and more in the global commerce marketplace.

Browse Internship Opportunities

Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.

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Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

黑料网911offers 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
  • 黑料网911Gilman Go Global Grant

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Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, 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 Spring 2026 15 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $19,950
Program Fall 2026 16 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $19,950

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

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 CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

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Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $12,956 **
Housing $6,500 ***
Insurance $194
Total Fees $19,950

Optional Housing

黑料网911accommodation 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 $1,600

Financial Aid

黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

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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 $1,280
International Airfare $1,250 鈥犫赌
Local Transportation $240
Books & Supplies $150
Visa Fees $60 鈥犫赌犫
Potential travel to consulate for visa $500 鈥犫赌犫犫赌
Personal expenses $310 鈥犫赌犫犫赌犫
Total Costs $3,790

*non-refundable fee

**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.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

鈥犫赌犫Full-semester students only. To be paid at Italian consulate in US

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鈥犫赌犫犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

黑料网911offers 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 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $12,956 **
Housing $6,500 ***
Insurance $194
Total Fees $19,950

Financial Aid

黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

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 $1,280
International Airfare $1,250 鈥犫赌
Local Transportation $240
Books & Supplies $150
Visa Fees $60 鈥犫赌犫
Potential travel to consulate for visa $500 鈥犫赌犫犫赌
Personal expenses $310 鈥犫赌犫犫赌犫
Total Costs $3,790

*non-refundable fee

**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.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

鈥犫赌犫Full-semester students only. To be paid at Italian consulate in US

鈥犫赌犫犫赌If no consulate in your home area

鈥犫赌犫犫赌犫$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

黑料网911iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

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...

Get Started Steps

Get Started

Here鈥檚 what you need to do to take the next steps:

1

Start an Application

You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!

2

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad. 

3

Contact CIEE

We're here to help! Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.

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Interested in an optional internship?

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