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Designed to broaden your perspective while providing a transformational education experience, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of coursework taught by renowned faculty, award-winning student services and unparalleled access to opportunities in the city.
At Kent State Florence, you will be supported and empowered at every step of your education abroad journey.
Kent State University has been educating students in Florence for more than 50 years. From architecture to fashion to hospitality management, Kent State Florence provides multifaceted academic and cultural programs. In addition to completing a full course load, you will have many opportunities to get acquainted with Florence and Italy during your time studying abroad thanks to numerous activities introducing you to Italian life and culture.
The Kent State Florence program is based in Palazzo Vettori, a prestigious and ancient building situated in the heart of Florence next to Piazza del Duomo. With student apartments also located in the city center, this program provides a more accessible and immersive experience, unlike other programs positioned outside the city center.
The Kent State Florence Center offers a wide range of education abroad opportunities to students. Students can choose to study in Florence for a semester, summer, or a shorter period over the spring and summer break. You can search for all program options available at the Kent State Florence Center by using the "Education Abroad Program Search".
Spending one or two semesters abroad is a fully immersive experience which allows you to live like a true Florentine, soaking up the culture and academics over time. All majors are welcome and all courses are taught in English. In addition to all levels of Italian language, you’ll find a variety of courses in many disciplines. Students live with others from Kent State, while attending classes from KSU professors.
Spending one or two semesters abroad is a fully immersive experience which allows you to live like a true Florentine, soaking up the culture and academics over time. All majors are welcome and all courses are taught in English. In addition to all levels of Italian language, you’ll find a variety of courses in many disciplines. Students live with others from Kent State, while attending classes from KSU professors.
Spending one or two semesters abroad is a fully immersive experience which allows you to live like a true Florentine, soaking up the culture and academics over time. All majors are welcome and all courses are taught in English. In addition to all levels of Italian language, you’ll find a variety of courses in many disciplines. Students live with others from Kent State, while attending classes from KSU professors.
Enjoy one or two months at Kent State University's beautiful Florence Center while taking two classes and earning six to seven credits per month. Open to students of all majors, this is a perfect way to experience a snapshot of what it's like to live and learn in Europe. Classes meet Monday through Thursday, so you’ll have ample time to use your weekends to get to know the city of Florence and explore Europe.
Enjoy one or two months at Kent State University's beautiful Florence Center while taking two classes and earning six to seven credits per month. Open to students of all majors, this is a perfect way to experience a snapshot of what it's like to live and learn in Europe. Classes meet Monday through Thursday, so you’ll have ample time to use your weekends to get to know the city of Florence and explore Europe.
Enjoy one or two months at Kent State University's beautiful Florence Center while taking two classes and earning six to seven credits per month. Open to students of all majors, this is a perfect way to experience a snapshot of what it's like to live and learn in Europe. Classes meet Monday through Thursday, so you’ll have ample time to use your weekends to get to know the city of Florence and explore Europe.
Students pursuing careers in health-related fields (such as Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, or Pharmacy) can take a total of seven credits in Florence for one month during the summer. All courses are available at the undergraduate and graduate level. This study abroad program offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the impact of health sciences through an international lens.
Students pursuing careers in health-related fields (such as Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, or Pharmacy) can take a total of seven credits in Florence for one month during the summer. All courses are available at the undergraduate and graduate level. This study abroad program offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the impact of health sciences through an international lens.
Students pursuing careers in health-related fields (such as Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, or Pharmacy) can take a total of seven credits in Florence for one month during the summer. All courses are available at the undergraduate and graduate level. This study abroad program offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the impact of health sciences through an international lens.
We invite you to explore our video collection featuring on-site lectures by renowned professors, insights about daily life in new locations, private museum tours, and the history of the city’s most iconic buildings and architectural features.
We invite you to explore our video collection featuring on-site lectures by renowned professors, insights about daily life in new locations, private museum tours, and the history of the city’s most iconic buildings and architectural features.
We invite you to explore our video collection featuring on-site lectures by renowned professors, insights about daily life in new locations, private museum tours, and the history of the city’s most iconic buildings and architectural features.
Join Fabrizio Ricciardelli, Director of the Kent State University Florence Center for a tour of Florence. In less than 10 minutes, you’ll get a clear idea of what to expect!
Join Fabrizio Ricciardelli, Director of the Kent State University Florence Center for a tour of Florence. In less than 10 minutes, you’ll get a clear idea of what to expect!
Join Fabrizio Ricciardelli, Director of the Kent State University Florence Center for a tour of Florence. In less than 10 minutes, you’ll get a clear idea of what to expect!
This 20-minute video takes you back into Florence’s history to learn how the city is laid out, where its major landmarks are, and how to get around. Our local housing partner created this video for KSU students, and you’ll get a sneak peek at what to expect upon arrival.
This 20-minute video takes you back into Florence’s history to learn how the city is laid out, where its major landmarks are, and how to get around. Our local housing partner created this video for KSU students, and you’ll get a sneak peek at what to expect upon arrival.
This 20-minute video takes you back into Florence’s history to learn how the city is laid out, where its major landmarks are, and how to get around. Our local housing partner created this video for KSU students, and you’ll get a sneak peek at what to expect upon arrival.
We’ve put together a comprehensive list of the most common questions we receive about studying abroad in Florence, Italy. It includes information on academics, costs, housing, traveling and living in the city.
We’ve put together a comprehensive list of the most common questions we receive about studying abroad in Florence, Italy. It includes information on academics, costs, housing, traveling and living in the city.
We’ve put together a comprehensive list of the most common questions we receive about studying abroad in Florence, Italy. It includes information on academics, costs, housing, traveling and living in the city.
Make an online or in-person appointment with us and we’ll talk through some factors to consider such as your program choice, visa requirements, funding, travel dates and application deadlines.
Make an online or in-person appointment with us and we’ll talk through some factors to consider such as your program choice, visa requirements, funding, travel dates and application deadlines.
Make an online or in-person appointment with us and we’ll talk through some factors to consider such as your program choice, visa requirements, funding, travel dates and application deadlines.
Schedule an in-person or remote advising appointment with our Kent State University Florence program coordinators and get to know our esteemed faculty overseas before you study abroad in Italy.
Schedule an in-person or remote advising appointment with our Kent State University Florence program coordinators and get to know our esteemed faculty overseas before you study abroad in Italy.
Schedule an in-person or remote advising appointment with our Kent State University Florence program coordinators and get to know our esteemed faculty overseas before you study abroad in Italy.
The Kent State Florence Center runs events year-round both in-person and on-demand. Events are open to undergraduate and graduate students studying abroad in Italy for a semester, summer or a full academic year.
When you study at Kent State Florence, you will enjoy a comprehensive academic and cultural program. In addition to completing a full course load, you have many opportunities to get acquainted with Florence and Italy. Our ongoing events include activities that introduce students to Italian life and culture, art, history, food, and so much more!
Whether you’re in Florence for a few weeks or full year, don’t miss the opportunity to connect with your fellow Florentines, learn something new, and soak up the Italian culture!
Our faculty provide an outstanding education in the classroom and out, capitalizing on the Florentine setting with city walks, museum visits, cultural experiences, and field trips.
Our Florence-based staff is there to help you get settled and is available all year round to assist with everything from a medical emergency to a restaurant recommendation.
