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  • Locations: Florence, Italy
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Spring Break
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Academic Level: Freshman, Graduate, Junior, Other, Senior, Sophomore Language(s) of Instruction: English, Other (non-English)
Housing Options: Apartment, Homestay, Other Program Model: Partner Provider
Area(s) of Study: Art and Design, Art and Design - Graphic Design, Art and Design - Studio, Art History, Business Administration, Communication, Cross-cultural and Global Studies, Digital Media Studies, Educational Management, Engineering Management, Environmental Science, Foreign Language, General Business, Health Promotion, Literature, Management, Marketing, Other, Professional Writing, Psychology, Public Service Leadership, Statistics Minimum GPA: 2.75
Open to Non-UHCL Applicants: Yes
Program Description:
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Semester at Florence University of the Arts

Live and learn in Florence, where Renaissance art, vibrant markets, and Tuscan cuisine shape your everyday surroundings. You'll choose from a range of courses taught in English at the Florence University of the Arts (FUA).

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Program highlights

  • Earn credits in Italian studies, hospitality, marketing, studio art, and more

  • All courses are taught in English--except for Italian language courses, which are open to students at any language level

  • Gain practical skills through site visits, fieldwork, and optional placements designed to deepen your engagement with the local culture

  • Internship placements are also available across a variety of fields (language level requirements may apply)

  • Discover Florence through guided museum visits, cooking classes, or a gelato factory tour

Discover Florence

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year, we award more than $2.4 million in scholarships and grants to WorldStrides students studying or interning abroad. Take a look at the different ways you can make an experience abroad a reality.

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How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. After submitting the application with your university, you will also apply through WorldStrides.


The WorldStrides Difference

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Program Flexibility

No matter when or what you want to study, we have a program to fit your schedule and your degree.

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Upfront Pricing

Study abroad without the guesswork. Clear costs, no hidden fees, and programs built for your budget.

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Expert Support

From your first question to your first day overseas, our dedicated teams here and abroad have your back 24/7.

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Unique Experiences

Go beyond the classroom with internships, community engagement, and faith-based programs.


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Meet Gabriella D.

"My Nonno encouraged me to study in Florence because they have incredible programs encouraging artistry and education, and the views, history and architecture are simply incredible. Florence is more like a small town than a big city. It feels like you're in a place you know and love."

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!



Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Academic Year 2027-2028 04/15/2027 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Fall 2027 05/01/2027 ** Rolling Admission 08/27/2027 12/12/2027

** 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.