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Quick Facts
Why Florence?
City Description - Medium-sized city of 600,000Florence is everything you would expect an Italian city to be. Full of art, history, and amazing food, it is one of Italy's most exhilaraing, distinctive and impressive cities to experience. Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Florence is almost in the center of the Italian peninsula with main rail lines running in all directions, making travel within Italy and abroad quite easy. Even a quick trip to Chianti, located between Florence and Siena, will fill your camera with shots of one of Italy's most beautiful countrysides. This enchanting symbol of the Renaissance has it all. Want art? Michaelangelo's David and works by Botticelli, Benvenuto, Cellini and Donatello are at your fingertips, as is the vast painting collection of the Uffizi and the sculptures of the Bargello. If you prefer architecture to art, the 13th century cathedral, the Santa Maria del Fiore (known as the Duomo), is just steps away. Not all of the art in Florence can be found hanging in museums. The food in Florence is sometimes revered with the same intensity as its art, as Florentines are proud of their hearty fare. After enjoying some of the freshest foods in the world, you can indulge in gelato, the Italian version of ice cream. Florence remains quite the same as it was 500 years ago, so take a step back in time and experience all that Florence has to offer. Florence University of the ArtsFlorence University of the Arts is an Italian institution of higher education situated in the historic center of Florence. Modeled on a liberal arts curriculum, FUA offers Fine Arts, Liberal Arts, Global Studies, Italian Studies & Linguistics, Life Studies and Human Services, and Sciences & Mathematics. Each area is divided into specific departments offering a wide array of courses offered to students. Aimed at both American undergraduates requiring academic credit as well as international students from Asia, Europe, and South and Central America, the program offers high quality, structured educational courses. HousingStudents live in shared student apartments that are centrally located and within walking distance of the University. No meals are included, as each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen. Academic BuildingsThe school's location and facilities are a vital part of Florentine civic, historical, and cultural life. Housed in historic palazzi throughout the center of Florence, the institution provides breathtaking spaces in which students breathe history and create new contributions to contemporary Florence through their studies. The locations include Palazzo Guicciardini Strozzi, Palazzo Doni, Palazzo Ramirez de Montalvo, and Villa Brilli Peri. Student ServicesThe Student Services Department was created for all students taking courses at Apicius and FUA. Extracurricular activities such as sports, music, cinema, connecting with Italian culture, and journalism are offered free of charge, as well as a small gym open to all enrolled students. City walks and excursions to the hidden spots and specialties of Florence are organized weekly, as well as day trips to towns in Tuscany. The Academic Field Trip Department organizes weekend trips to exciting destinations through Europe and Italy. Volunteer OpportunitiesVolunteer opportunities are available to committed students who wish to explore social contributions to the Florentine community NightlifeFinding something to do at night in Florence never seems to be a problem. From a great dinner with friends to hearing live music, you will never be bored after classes end. It's always a good idea to pick up Firenze Spettacolo, which is the guide to nightlife in Florence. Costs and Dates*NOTE: In addition to the ASA program price, students must pay a damage deposit of $350 at least one month prior to departure. Refundable upon return. Click here for Billing Information
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Click here for Billing Information NOTE: If you need a "Costs of Attendance" budget for your financial aid office, or simply need more details about the additional costs listed above, please email chelsea(at)academicstudies.com. Program CalendarClick here for program calendars FAQsIf you have questions about HOW TO APPLY and make sure your credits transfer back to your home university, please CLICK HERE. We encourage both prospective students and parents, as well as those who have already been accepted to an ASA program, to visit our INFORMATION LIBRARY. Here you will find tons of helpful info to help you know what to plan for and what to expect, such as:
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