Florence

Interested in spending the summer in Florence, Italy? The Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA) offers programs during Summer A and Summer B. 

Spend the summer in the artistic heart of Italy, Florence. With courses available in everything from art history to international business, you'll be able to take classes in your major/minor while exploring one of the most beautiful cities in Italy!

Program Details

Program dates & deadlines

Summer A: May- June 2026

  • March 15: Enrollment and Registration Deadline
  • April 15: Tuition Payment Deadline
  • May 11: Pre-Departure Virtual Orientation
  • May 19: Housing Check-In (between 12pm-7pm)
  • May 20: SRISA Program Orientation & Welcome Gala
  • May 19: First Day of Class
  • June 2: School is closed for Republic Day
  • June 19: Student Show
  • June 20: Housing Check-Out by 10am
     

Summer B: June - July 2026

  • March 15: Enrollment and Registration Deadline
  • April 15: Tuition Payment Deadline
  • June 15: Pre-Departure Virtual Orientation
  • June 24: Housing Check-In (between 12pm-7pm)
  • June 25: SRISA Program Orientation & Welcome Gala
  • June 26: First Day of Class
  • July 24: Student Show
  • July 25: Housing Check-Out by 10am
     
Program Costs

Summer program costs, including deposits, may be found directly on the SRISA website where you may also view what is included in respective fees. Please review SRISA's Enrollment Policies and Procedures for additional information regarding payments and housing.

All payments including tuition, accommodations and program fees are made to SRISA.

 

Courses

You can take a maximum of 3 classes. Classes combine in-class lectures, discussion and on-site visits and instruction. Take Academic Lecture and Studio Art & Design courses in the following departments over the course of 4 weeks for a total of 3-6 credits: 

  • Studio Arts 
  • Design
  • Art History
  • Communications 
  • Italian Language 
  • Italian Studies
  • Literature and Writing
  • Marketing & Business
  • Psychology & Sociology

Check out SRISA's website to learn more about course offerings.

Excursions

There will be field trips to beautiful locations throughout the region. Some possible locations will be to Sam Gimignano, Lucca, Siena, Portovenere, Turin, Naples, Pompei and Sorrento, Venice and the Biennale and a Chianti Wine Tour.

Vaccination Guidance

Visit the following sites to see the recommended immunizations and medications for your program. Talk with your family and your physician to understand which ones you may need to travel. 

CDC 

Passport Health

U.S. State Department

Map of SRISA

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    At A Glance

    (S): SPARK-Eligible

    Term: Summer A or B

    Program Level: Undergraduate

    Program Types: Academic, 3-6 credits, internships available

    Major(s): Open to all majors

    Language Requirement: None

    Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5