ITALY PROGRAMS- SUMMER 2026
Florence University of the Arts
SUMMER 2026 APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026
*LIMITED SPOTS – EARLY APPLICATION RECOMMENDED*
Program Options
SESSION 1:
NY Departure and Return Dates: May 31 – June 26, 2026
Arrive in Rome on June 1st
Location: Students land in Rome, Italy. There will be a one week Cultural Introduction to Italy tour of Central Italy before completing your course in Florence, Italy.
School: Florence University of the Arts
Housing: Shared rooms in residence hall style apartments
Includes 5 Breakfast Plan units (valued at 3,50 Euro each) per week of housing, library use, gym use, and internet access in all school facilities
Credits: 4 credits total (3 credits for one subject course + 1 ITAL credit for the one week tour)
PICK ONE OF THE SUBJECT COURSE OFFERINGS BELOW:
- Florence Sketchbook (Mon-Fri 8:15am-11:40am, 3 ARTS credits)
- Art and Architecture (Mon-Fri 3:45pm-7:10pm, 3 ARTH credits)
SESSION 2:
NY Departure and Return Dates: June 21 – July 17, 2026
Arrive in Rome on June 22nd
Location: Students land in Rome, Italy. There will be a one week Cultural Introduction to Italy tour of Central Italy before completing your course in Florence, Italy.
School: Florence University of the Arts
Housing: Shared rooms in residence hall style apartments
Includes 5 Breakfast Plan units (valued at 3,50 Euro each) per week of housing, library use, gym use, and internet access in all school facilities
Credits: 4 credits total (3 credits for one subject course + 1 ITAL credit for the one week tour)
PICK ONE OF THE SUBJECT COURSE OFFERINGS BELOW:
- Lifetime Nutrition, Wellness, and Physical Activity (Mon-Fri 8:15am-11:40am, 3 FNES credits)
- Food, Health, and Wellness (Mon-Fri 3:45pm-7:10pm, 3 FNES credits) *one mandatory Saturday class on July 11
- Food, Culture, and Society (Mon-Fri 8:15am-11:40am, 3 FNES credits)
Program Costs
Cost Paid to Study Abroad Office SESSION 2: $3,831
Includes:
|
Consolidated Fee: (includes housing and student fees) |
$3,230 |
| QC Application Fee | $400 |
| CISI Insurance | $61 |
| Lab Fee (Session 2 courses only) | $140 |
**Not included in the above cost:
|
CUNY tuition for in-state, matriculated undergraduates |
$1220 |
| Airfare |
$1000 – $1300 (estimate) |
|
Minimum budget for meals and personal expenses: |
$25 to $30 per day |
PODCAST
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Please keep in mind
– Programs are open to undergraduate students only from all CUNY campuses with one semester completed
– Minimum 2.5 GPA required and no financial/academic holds
– Some programs may require travel on Fridays and weekends
– Students receive both credit and grade
– Students are encouraged to apply early
Study Abroad Office
King Hall, Room 203
Queens College, CUNY
65-30 Kissena Blvd. Flushing, New York 11367-1597
718-997-5050
718-997-5055 (FAX)
Email: studyabroad@qc.cuny.edu