Study Abroad: Italy FLORENCE webster.edu/studyabroad STUDY Study abroad in Florence, Italy, one of the most beautiful and historic cities in Europe and the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982, Florence is noted for its culture, Renaissance art and architecture. Academic courses in the Webster Florence program are provided by our onsite partner institution, Kent State University. All majors are welcome to study in Florence. Students will have a wide selection of courses in various subject areas, along with all levels of Italian language. In past semesters, courses have been offered in, but not limited to, the following areas: architecture, art, biology, business, communication, history, Italian, political science and psychology. LIVE Palazzo Vettori is a prestigious and ancient building located in the heart of Florence, at the corner of Via Cavour and Via Alfani, just 400 m from Piazza del Duomo. Recently renovated and opened to students in 2016, the palace is a remarkable combination of classical architecture and modern amenities. All students stay in apartments throughout the heart of Florence, giving students the true experience of living as a local. Each apartment is shared between two to eight students. They come fully furnished with bed linens, a kitchen, TV and wireless Internet. Everything is within walking distance and local transportation systems are less than a five-minute walk away. DISCOVER Florence is the capital of Tuscany, a region known for its landscapes, traditions, and influence on culture. Tuscany welcomes many visitors throughout the year. Some in search of fine art; some to explore the extraordinary countryside; and others to enjoy the local wine and cuisine. The program in Florence is a comprehensive academic and cultural program. Students are organized in a cohort system based off of their course schedules. The cohort system is used to coordinate study tours that are designed to bring extra depth to a specific area of study. For example, past study tours have included: business students investigating the global financial center in Geneva and communication students visiting media establishments in Milan. In addition to the study tours, students will have many opportunities to get acquainted with Florence and the surrounding region. Open to all students, and included in the program fee, are numerous activities introducing Italian life and culture. The on-site Student Services team can help you make the most of being in Florence with information on the local area, activities and events across the region. WINS TRAVEL AWARD Did you know that you could receive $1,000 toward a roundtrip plane ticket when you apply to study at one of our international campuses or partner institutions? Among the advantages members of the Webster International Network of Schools receive, the WINS Travel Award is offered to students who meet all eligibility requirements and conditions as outlined in the award terms. For a complete listing of the eligibility requirements, please visit our website at webster.edu/wins.
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Study Abroad: Italy
FLORENCE webster.edu/studyabroad STUDYStudy abroad in Florence, Italy, one of the most beautiful and historic cities in Europe and the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982, Florence is noted for its culture, Renaissance art and architecture.
Academic courses in the Webster Florence program are provided by our onsite partner institution, Kent State University. All majors are welcome to study in Florence. Students will have a wide selection of courses in various subject areas, along with all levels of Italian language. In past semesters, courses have been offered in, but not limited to, the following areas: architecture, art, biology, business, communication, history, Italian, political science and psychology.
LIVEPalazzo Vettori is a prestigious and ancient building located in the heart of Florence, at the corner of Via Cavour and Via Alfani, just 400 m from Piazza del Duomo. Recently renovated and opened to students in 2016, the palace is a remarkable combination of classical architecture and modern amenities.
All students stay in apartments throughout the heart of Florence, giving students the true experience of living as a local. Each apartment is shared between two to eight students. They come fully furnished with bed linens, a kitchen, TV and wireless Internet. Everything is within walking distance and local transportation systems are less than a five-minute walk away.
DISCOVERFlorence is the capital of Tuscany, a region known for its landscapes, traditions, and influence on culture. Tuscany welcomes many visitors throughout the year. Some in search of fine art; some to explore the extraordinary countryside; and others to enjoy the local wine and cuisine. The program in Florence is a comprehensive academic and cultural program. Students are organized in a cohort system based off of their course schedules. The cohort system is used to coordinate study tours that are designed to bring extra depth to a specific area of study. For example, past study tours have included: business students investigating the global financial center in Geneva and communication students visiting media establishments in Milan. In addition to the study tours, students will have many opportunities to get acquainted with Florence and the surrounding region. Open to all students, and included in the program fee, are numerous activities introducing Italian life and culture. The on-site Student Services team can help you make the most of being in Florence with information on the local area, activities and events across the region.
WINS TRAVEL AWARDDid you know that you could receive $1,000 toward a roundtrip plane ticket when you apply to study at one of our international campuses or partner institutions? Among the advantages members of the Webster International Network of Schools receive, the WINS Travel Award is offered to students who meet all eligibility requirements and conditions as outlined in the award terms. For a complete listing of the eligibility requirements, please visit our website at webster.edu/wins.
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Office of Study Abroad470 East Lockwood AvenueSaint Louis, Missouri 63119-3141314-968-6988webster.edu/studyabroadFacebook @Webster University Study AbroadInstagram @websteru_studyabroadTwitter @wu_studyabroad
With its home campus in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, Webster University comprises an
action-oriented global network of faculty, staff, students and alumni who forge powerful
bonds with each other and with their communities around the globe. Founded in 1915,
Webster is a private non-profit university with more than 17,000 students studying at
campus locations in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa and in a robust learning
environment online. The university is committed to delivering high-quality learning
experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence.
HOW TO APPLYYou’ll find important information for our WINS Affiliates and specific application instructions at webster.edu/study-abroad/application/. All applicants must have at least a 2.5 gpa. After completing the Webster online application, OSA staff will guide you through the Kent State application process.
Please see your home institution’s Study Abroad office for application deadlines.
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