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Locations: Florence, Italy
Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Approximate Decision Date (Subject To Change)	Start Date	End Date
Academic Year	2026-2027	04/01/2026	04/01/2026	08/28/2026	05/09/2027
NOTE: The deadline listed is for REGISTRATION with the Reves Center! The APPLICATION itself will be due to the third-party provider or host university DIRECTLY, based on THEIR deadlines (which may be before or after the W&M registration deadline listed above).
Fall	2026	04/01/2026	04/01/2026	08/28/2026	12/13/2026
NOTE: The deadline listed is for REGISTRATION with the Reves Center! The application itself will be due to the third-party provider or host university directly, based on THEIR deadlines (which may be before or after the W&M registration deadline).

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Study Abroad Advisor:	Contact peeradvisors@wm.edu for your regional staff advisor	Click here for a definition of this term Program Type:	Outside Program
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English, Italian	Click here for a definition of this term GPA Requirement:	2.75
Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options:	Apartment (shared), Local Family Homestay, Other

Program Description:

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).

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

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 $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

Learn more

How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

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.com/study-abroad

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!