Italy: Florence University of the Arts

‌Florence - A city that challenges the concepts of past, present, and future. Its location allows students access to every region of Italy very easily. The benefits of studying abroad at FUA begin with the flexibility of the institution's academic sessions offered throughout the year. The courses at FAC include studies in a diverse area of academic disciplines which feature experiential components such as educational field trips, getting involved in local culture through community service, as well as extracurricular activities. 


Dates & Deadlines

Term: Summer 2025
App Deadline: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Program Dates: May 19th- June 27th or June 30th- August 8th

Term: Fall 2025
App Deadline: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Program Dates: August 25th- December 12th 2025


The application cycle for Spring 2025 is currently closed. Summer and Fall 2025 applications are now open. Students can click the link below to schedule a meeting to go over important details about the program. 

Schedule First Steps Meeting

Interested in studying abroad in the Spring of 2026 or later? Please fill out the waitlist form below and the study abroad center will notify you when applications for future terms open. You can also schedule an informational meeting with our office to learn more about the programs we offer and find one that works best for you!

Study Abroad Waitlist Schedule Info Meeting

Unsure where to begin? Visit our Application Process page to learn more!

Location

The city of Florence is an excellent compass for navigating Italian culture. The city shows unique characteristics coupled with a primary position in international and Italian tourism, economy, and culture. It is an intriguing example of how past, present, and future blend together in a stimulating European context. Its central position makes it a unique portal to various breathtaking destinations. Florence is located only an hour from Bologna, an hour and a half from Rome, and 2 hours from Milan by train.

Florence is a city that is easy to walk from one place to another. The city center is a walkable 20-30 minutes, end to end. There are many cafes, restaurants, and shops spread throughout! Many students get to walk past notable historical sites like the Duomo on their way from housing to classes. 

Notable Area Sites:

  • Mercato Centrale (Central Market)
  • Florence Cathedral
  • Palazzo della Signoria (the Old Palace)
  • Mueseo di Storia Naturale di Firenze (Natural History Museum of Florence)
  • Piazza della Repubblica (City center square)
  • Santa Croce and Santa Maria Novella basilicas

Florence University of the Arts (FUA) offers many academic programs in the following areas:

  • Publishing, Digital Media, Visual Communication
  • International Hotel and Tourism Management, Culinary Arts & Food Service Management
  • Humanities and Fine Arts
  • Business and Economics
  • Italian language and Contemporary Italian Studies
  • Social Sciences

Academic information:

  • There are many sessions each summer with various lengths (3, 6, 9, or 12-week options). Students may combine courses from any session, with no class conflicts.
  • Course descriptions for each course can be found in FUA's Academic Catalog. These courses are not guaranteed to be offered each session.
  • Courses available for each session can be found in FUA's Academic Schedule. The right-hand side will list "open" or "closed".

College of Business Program: 

Earn a prestigious FUA certificate in restaurant management, fashion management, or sports management while adding a distinct practical edge to your business education. Earn an internship in fashion or sports management in a city known worldwide for food and fun. 

Students will earn up to three courses and can participate either in the 6-week May - June or the 6-week June - July session. 

  • BA Emphasis: Study restaurant management, retail management, or sports management towards your major elective requirements while completing an internship. 
  • Marketing and Management Majors: Complete an internship, earn university elective credits, and potentially satisfy your Retail Management elective credits. 

NOTE: No previous knowledge of Italian is required to attend or get accepted into FUA. All courses are offered in English with the exception of Italian language courses. Students are encouraged to take a survival course while studying in Florence.

Florence Summer 2025 Cost Estimate (3 week session, 1 course)

Florence Summer 2025 Cost Estimate (4 week session, 1 week travel course, 3 week course in Florence)

Florence Summer 2025 Cost Estimate (6 week session, 2 courses)

Florence Summer 2025 Cost Estimate (6 week session, 3 courses)

Program Costs

Estimated Program Cost: $17,211*

*estimated total cost of participation, actual amount depends on type of housing accommodation selected, actual airfare purchase price, personal spending habits, and other factors

Estimated Total Program Cost$17,211
Estimated U-bill Charges$11,558
Estimated Out-of-Pocket Costs$5,653

Florence Cost Estimate Fall 2024 (4 courses)

Florence Cost Estimate Fall 2024 (5 courses)

Florence Cost Estimate Spring 2025 (4 courses)

Florence Cost Estimate Spring 2025 (5 courses)

Cost of Studying On Campus at UNI

Tuition & Fees$4,864
Room & Board$4,993
Books$400
Personal Expenses$902
Transportation$385
Total$11,544

Source: https://admissions.uni.edu/cost-aid

‌Eligibility Requirements to Study Abroad

The Study Abroad Center reserves the right to determine participants' eligibility to study abroad. Students must have a completed study abroad application, including supportive recommendation form(s). Additionally, students must meet all of the following in order to be eligible to study abroad:

  • Have a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher at the time of application and maintain this cumulative GPA prior to departure and throughout the study abroad process
  • If your cumulative GPA is lower than 2.5, submit the following to the Study Abroad Center (103 East Bartlett):
    • Letters of reference from two academic contacts (e.g. academic advisor and former or current professor) supporting your pursuit of study abroad. If you are attending a faculty-led study abroad program, one of the letters must be from a course leader. However, if the program has two course leaders, only one of the letters can be from one of the course leaders.
  • Must be over the age of 18 years old
  • Must meet the course prerequisites (participation in the program is dependent upon meeting these)
  • Must be in good standing with the university
  • UNI's partner institutions may require additional eligibility requirements to be met, these vary from institution to institution. Please consult with the Study Abroad Center staff to discuss these additional requirements, if applicable.
  • Applicants traveling to a region of a country or a country with an overall Travel Advisory Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) or 4 (Do Not Travel) will not be eligible.