Study Abroad in Italy: History of Art & Italian Studies in Florence

Ponte Vecchio at night

Florence, Italy: Is this study abroad program for you? CET Florence is for academically-minded students who want to uncover Italy from one of its most beautiful and cosmopolitan cities. Courses highlight Florence’s position as a modern international city with a long artistic history. Academic disciplines include: Italian language, history of art, studio art, political science, economics and history. CET and Vanderbilt University jointly operate this program. As an alternative to some of the larger programs in Florence, CET Florence is a good fit for students of all majors and Italian language levels who seek immersion, engagement with the host society and serious academics.

Study Abroad in Florence, Italy: Features

  • Open to all beginning and intermediate Italian language levels
  • Italian and European studies courses taught at historic sites around Florence
  • Apartments with Italian roommates or host families
  • Language partners and volunteer opportunities
  • Serious academics, with elective courses in history of art, studio art, political science, economics and history
  • Traveling seminar, led by a faculty member, during the fall and spring
  • Students from all colleges and universities are welcome

Study Abroad in Florence, Italy: Details

Semester Fall 2012 Spring 2013 Summer 2013 Fall 2013
Application Deadline 05/01/12 10/15/12 03/01/13 05/01/13
Program Length 16 weeks 15 weeks 7 weeks 15 weeks
Arrival Date 08/22/12 01/23/13 06/09/13 08/28/13
Program Break Oct 15-19 Apr 1-5 NA Oct 21-25
Departure Date 12/16/12 05/11/13 07/27/13 12/14/13
Program Fee $19,990 $19,990 $9,990 $19,990
Recommended Credit 15 15 8 15