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

History of Art & Italian Studies in Florence

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, banking, economics and history. CET and Vanderbilt University jointly operate this program. It is a good fit for students of all majors and Italian language levels who seek a serious academic alternative to some of the larger programs in Florence.

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
  • Serious academics, with elective courses in history of art, studio art, political science, banking, economics and history
  • Traveling seminar, led by a faculty member, during the fall and spring
  • Students from all colleges and universities are welcome
  • 2012 Parent Week programs during the spring and fall semesters for parents who want to visit their son or daughter in Florence

Study Abroad in Florence, Italy: Details

Semester Spring 2012 Summer 2012 Fall 2012
Application Deadline 10/15/11 03/01/12 05/01/12
Program Length 16 weeks 7 weeks 16 weeks
Arrival Date 01/18/12 06/10/12 08/22/12
Program Break Mar 12-16 n/a Oct 15-19
Departure Date 05/13/12 07/29/12 12/16/12
Program Fee $19,990 $9,990 $19,990
Recommended Credit 15 8 15