January in Florence
Unique Experiences
FIND AWE IN ICONIC MONUMENTS
Such as the Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery
BREATHE IN INSPIRATION
Living alongside Florentines
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN ITALIAN CULTURE
By learning Italian phrases and enjoying authentic Italian cuisine
1929
FOUNDING OF VIVOLI GELATO (FLORENCE鈥橲 BEST GELATO SHOP)
600+
YEARS OF EXTRAORDINARY ARTISTIC ACTIVITY
1921
THE YEAR GUCCI WAS FOUNDED IN FLORENCE
Your Destination
Home to a treasure trove of artistic and architectural jewels and a rich cultural heritage, Florence is considered the cradle of the Renaissance. Its rich historic and artistic foundation makes Florence an exciting choice for study abroad students from all backgrounds. From its renowned art galleries and museums, such as the Uffizi Gallery, to its unrivaled architecture, like the impressive Duomo, Florence is a student-friendly city boasting endless opportunities to immerse oneself in the local language, food, and culture.
Florence is also a vibrant and contemporary city. Like many university towns of Northern Europe, it values diversity, integration and inclusion. It welcomes non-Italians to work and study here, proportionately more than other Italian towns and cities. There are, therefore, a plethora of eateries that celebrate 鈥渘ew and different鈥 cuisine (including a surprisingly high number of establishments catering to dietary restrictions) in addition to the standard, traditional Florentine fare. All of this makes studying abroad in Florence nothing short of spectacular!
爱游戏下载 wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. No matter where you choose to study abroad with 爱游戏下载, our staff will be on hand throughout your program to provide advice, resources, and support.
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
Activities are subject to change at 爱游戏下载's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when revising itineraries is always to enhance your experience. Every activity is designed to provide you with a deep immersion in your topic, local culture and sights. Activities may include:
- Visiting significant Florence locations, such as the Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore, Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo, and more
- Visiting smaller historical Tuscan cities, such as Lucca, Siena, or Volterra
- Learning to prepare a typical, seasonal Florentine dish
Program Blogs
Top 5 Italian Holidays and Traditions
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Florence vs. Rome: Which is Better for Study Abroad?
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Top 10 Italian Slang Words & Phrases You Must Know
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Housing & Meals
Housing
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A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
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Academics
Students spend three weeks in January taking coursework complemented with co-curricular activities to immerse you in the culture and facilitate intercultural learning.
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Course Information
Visual and Performing Arts
Social Sciences
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 爱游戏下载 and 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 爱游戏下载's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 爱游戏下载 sites.
Scholarships & Grants
爱游戏下载 offers 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:
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
To be considered, submit the 爱游戏下载 Scholarships & Grants application within your 爱游戏下载 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 爱游戏下载, 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 January 2026 3 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program January 2025 3 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $4,250 |
*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 爱游戏下载's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers 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 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers 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 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $2,720 ** |
| Housing | $1,150 *** |
| Insurance | $80 |
| Total Fees | $4,250 |
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
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 | $218 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $60 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Personal expenses | $150 鈥犫赌犫犫赌 |
| Total Costs | $1,778 |
*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.
鈥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15 euro per 10 bus/tram rides
鈥犫赌犫犫赌$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
爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
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...
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