Location
  • Italy
    • Florence
Term
Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships, Payment plans, Work study, LGBTQIA+ funding, BIPOC funding
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Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
High School Diploma Associates Bachelors
Housing
Apartment Host Family
Language
English

Pricing

Price Details
Included: Personalized Pre-departure Advising; Tuition & Registration; Travel Medical Insurance; On-site Orientation; Housing; Volunteer Opportunities; On-site Staff Support; Excursions and Cultural Engagement; Host Institution Services & Amenities and more. Scholarships available.
What's Included
Some Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Classes
Jun 20, 2023
May 31, 2025
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About Program

Capital of Italy’s Tuscany region and known as “the Cradle of the Renaissance,” Florence has long been a source of inspiration for visionaries such as Galileo Galilei, Leonardo da Vinci, and Niccolò Machiavelli. It is known for the Cathedral on the Pizza del Duomo, a domed edifice engineered by Fillipo Brunelleschi, which includes an iconic bell tower rising high above the city. This once-Roman city, established by Julius Ceasar in 59 BC and steeped in history, is the present home to some the worlds top fashion designers and major wine labels.

The CEA CAPA Florence Center offers a variety of learning opportunities in English and Italian where you get to explore the city with your professors as guides.

In addition to Study Abroad programs, explore CEA CAPA Internships Abroad Florence, our dynamic program that provides hands-on, practical experience to help you rise above the competition.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

CEA CAPA provides, in conjunction with Diversity Abroad, Destination Guides which provide resources and tips for Black/African-American students, Latinx students, Asian American students, and all other students of color.
Through our personalized advising, CEA CAPA takes steps to understand the needs of a diversity of student identities like the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition to diversity and identity training, CEA CAPA leadership engage in continuous department level project work to identify and revise policies and practices using the appropriate Justice, Equity, Diversity or Inclusion lens as a frame to reduce bias and barriers that impact students, faculty, and staff. CEA CAPA is intentional in elevating diverse student voices and providing a platform for a broad array of identities to share their experiences abroad. The CEA CAPA World Blog promotes stories and personal experiences from the perspectives of diverse student bloggers and vloggers.
CEA CAPA is willing and able to assist students with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Students are requested to disclose disabilities through the application health forms as part of their application and in discussion with their application advisor or program manager. The earlier CEA CAPA is made aware of learning or physical disabilities the better we can work with the student, institution, and overseas team to tailor an Individualized Education Program if necessary to support the student.

Impact 🌎

CEA CAPA makes a conscious effort to create study abroad experiences that leave a positive impact on host communities. Each location implements a variety of strategies to support the local community and promote sustainability. Examples include:

Use of recycling bins in Study Center locations and in CEA CAPA housing

Signage in CEA CAPA housing urging students to limit water and electricity usage

Students are often given reusable bags and water bottles upon arrival to limit single plastic use

Students are provided with instructions for acquiring transportation passes to promote use of public transportation rather than taxis

Program Highlights

  • Hands-on learning experiences that transform the world abroad into a classroom
  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising, including visa and immigration support
  • Courses offered in English that fulfill major and general graduation requirements
  • Comprehensive on-site support, including 24/7 emergency phone
  • Career workshops, Internships Abroad, and Alumni Ambassador positions

Program Reviews

4.90 Rating
based on 126 reviews
  • 5 rating 94.44%
  • 4 rating 3.97%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 1.59%
  • Academics 4.2
  • Support 4.8
  • Fun 4.85
  • Housing 4.65
  • Safety 4.7
Showing 41 - 48 of 126 reviews
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Sidnhy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My Experience with CEA CAPA Florence

What I appreciated most about my experience with CEA CAPA Florence was how integrated my program was with the host city and culture. Because the CEA CAPA Florence building is located in such a lively and bustling part of the city (Santa Croce), it really felt like the city was our campus. Each day, we were encouraged by the staff and faculty to take advantage of this. There were numerous excursions to go on and activities to do.

During my semester abroad, I had the opportunity to participate in Ganzo! (an Italian slang word meaning “cool"), a cultural exchange program that matches study abroad students with local families. Being able to create a connection with my Ganzo! family allowed me to practice the language and immerse myself in Italian culture in ways that would’ve been difficult to encounter otherwise. Ganzo! was definitely a highlight of my experience. I appreciate CEA CAPA’s commitment to pushing students to immerse themselves in their host country’s culture by offering volunteer programs such as Ganzo!

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
This is a very specific thing, but if I were to have a study abroad experience again, I would pack very different than the way I did. For starters, I brought way too many shoes. I ended up wearing one pair -- my most comfortable and basic looking ones. I wish that I looked more into what the weather/climate would be like in my host country (and of the countries I planned on visiting) prior to arriving instead of solely going off my own assumptions so that I could've been better prepared (especially during the colder months -- the temperatures in Florence dropped so quickly!).
Pros
  • Florence is an extremely walkable city in that everything is super close together.
  • Groceries and street food were relatively affordable and very, very fresh.
Cons
  • Despite it being walkable distance-wise, the streets of Florence were extremely narrow and most were cobblestone, which was a problem sometimes as someone with chronic joint pain.
  • Florence is flooded with tourism, making it difficult to access certain activities sometimes.
66 people found this review helpful.
Response from CEA CAPA Education Abroad

Hi Sidnhy! So glad you got this opportunity to study abroad in Florence. Thanks for sharing your feedback and recommendations!

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Saylor
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A must do!

I have always wanted to study abroad and heard about CEA CAPA from a friend. Applying to the program was straightforward and easy, they helped with any questions along the way. Once I got to Florence they provided ample resources and help for any needs I had. The classes were great and teachers were excellent. The program also provided multiple day trips around Italy which were a great way to bond with others from the program. The housing was great and right in the middle of the city, I was able to walk to everything. I'd do it again in a heartbeat, highly recommend!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
In Iceland I ate shark, not my favorite thing. The other fish there is much tastier.
68 people found this review helpful.
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Hannah
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Abroad Experience

CEA CAPA's Florence program was everything I wanted abroad and more. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed into our cute apartments in a great location within the city. I immediately became best friends with all my roommates after entering the program knowing no one. Orientation was a great way to provide us with tips, expectations, and reassurance. Throughout the semester, my small class sizes allowed me to become better friends with my classroom peers as well as my teachers. The staff were always friendly and here to help. There were many opportunities offered throughout the course of the semester such as cooking classes, climbing the bell tower, and more. I absolutely loved everyone I met, felt super comfortable talking with the CEA staff about any problems or concerns I had, and I fell in love with Florence!

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
One thing I would change is making sure I visit more cities in Italy. I was able to train to many cities throughout Italy. However, being in Florence for 4 months is the perfect excuse to take a random day trip to a small, lesser-known town in Italy. They are all so cute, and I should have taken advantage of this more!
Pros
  • Great group of people
  • Welcoming and great-communicating staff
  • Walkable city
Cons
  • Airport is not the best
  • Pretty tourist-y
67 people found this review helpful.
Response from CEA CAPA Education Abroad

Hey Hannah! Loved reviewing your feedback on studying abroad with CEA CAPA in Florence. Thanks for sharing your recommendations too!

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Hayley
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Florence: A City Full of Art, Music, History, Food, and Joy.

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68 people found this review helpful.
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Allison
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

CEA CAPA Florence was everything I needed!

I was very anxious to go abroad, but I should not have been anxious at all. Throughout my four months in Florence, Italy, CEA CAPA provided everything I needed to make sure I was always confident and comfortable. The location was amazing for the topics that I studied - art history, fashion, cinema - there was always so much to pull from and go see. I was also scared having never learned or spoken Italian before, but I never had a problem getting around and many spoke English, and the teachers were always very supportive in helping us be more open and work hard. My Italian teacher was actually my favorite teacher since she was a tour guide and somehow knew everyone in Florence! I also lived in The Social Hub in Florence, and the building had everything I needed and more - it was so beautiful and I will literally dream about going back to that rooftop bar and pool for the rest of my life. I'll also miss all of my favorite haunts that I came across during my time there and just how magical they all felt.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
If you're struggling with your mental health while abroad, don't be afraid to reach out to program staff for help. My only regret is not asking for help earlier!
56 people found this review helpful.
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Julia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Already Missing Florence!

I had an amazing experience studying abroad in the Fall 2023 semester in Florence, Italy through the CEA Program. The variety of course offerings, professor-student relationships, and out-of-class activities were incredible. I had the opportunity to learn Italian, meet with professors outside of class, and attend a pasta-making class through CEA! I loved the food and culture of Florence with its tight-knit community and authentic, traditional recipes. It was an experience I will never forget and I hope to return soon!

44 people found this review helpful.
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Kendra
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

CEA Florence

I would reccomend this program to anybody who is in college and interested ins tudying abroad. Although the program was Business oriented, I was able to have all of my classes cover GE credits that I needed at my home institution. CEA was super helpful throughout this expereince, from airport pickup, housing matinence, and setting up extra activities. I had the best time abroad and CEA made it even better. Because of the location of Florence, I was able to travel to Germany, Spain, and Portugal. I also visited a ton of cities around Italy. There is a week off in between midterms and the next half of the semester, which was awesome to be able to travel around.

What was your funniest moment?
I got stuck on a train in between two of the carts! I was wearing a huge travel backpack to save money on my flights, and it got stuck in the sliding glass doors.
Pros
  • Food
  • Location (easy to travel other places)
  • Housing
Cons
  • Weather (got cold towards the end)
  • Cost (things can get expensive, but anywhere you go will cost money)
  • Excursions
38 people found this review helpful.
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Samantha
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Summer Ever in Florence!

I had the most unforgettable experience in Florence, Italy, last summer! What really set it apart for me was how helpful the CEA CAPA team was. Any medical issues or maintenance issues were fixed within the day so that I could enjoy the trip and have everything go smoothly. Florence is one of the best cities for study abroad due to its walkability, proximity to other countries for travel, and climate. And even though I love Italian food, there were many different food options for anything I was craving, all within a short walk from my housing. Would not have changed a single thing.

43 people found this review helpful.

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