Florence Lisio Italian Studies : University of Rochester

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Program runs in the fall and in the spring semester

Fall 2024 Dates

Application Deadline: March 1, 2024
Program Dates: August 28 - December 14, 2024

Did you know?

The Arnold Lisio (a Rochester alum) and Anne Moore Lisio endowment has made it possible for dozens of Rochester students to study in Italy.

Participation constitutes a full humanities cluster and fulfills most of the requirements for an Italian minor.

For over 30 years the University of Rochester has sent students to central Italy.

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About the Program

Florence Lisio Italian Studies

For over 30 years the University of Rochester has sent students to central Italy. Today, the university invites students to experience Italy’s jewel of the Renaissance, Florence. Bordered by its famous countryside of pine- and cypress-dotted hills, lush vineyards, and olive groves, Florence is an innovative European cultural center, as well as a university city.

While living in Florence, students have the opportunity to walk the same medieval streets as Dante, look upon the great works of Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, and stand within the massive halls that housed Medici businesses. Experience food, fashion, and all that is Made in Italy as your education takes you to one one of Europe’s most iconic cities.

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ISI Florence Highlights

Comprehensive pre-departure support, including detailed Visa guidance
State of the art centrally located facilities
Expert and dedicated international faculty and staff
Pre-departure and arrival assistance
Comprehensive orientation program
Informative student handbook and APP (For Apple and Android OS)
Fully equipped student apartments in the historic center of Florence
Extra- and co-curricular field trips and volunteering
Practical Italian language courses and workshops
Wi-Fi access in apartments and at the Institute
Emergency hotline available 24/7

How to Apply

Students apply through the Education Abroad Portal. Donna Logan will contact students for interviews and review of applications.

Permission to study abroad will be granted by the Center for Education Abroad within the Education Abroad Portal.

After completing the application in the education abroad portal, move on to the ISI Florence application.

Students will then be directed to create their application through ISI Florence to complete post-decision requirements through the ISI Florence dashboard.

All applicants will be considered for Lisio Italian Studies scholarships with those demonstrating financial need prioritized based on fund availability.

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About the Region

Experience Italy in the Tuscany Region

Nestled in Tuscany, a region known as the heart of all things Renaissance, Arezzo is one of the most attractive cities in central Italy. Rich in history and intellectual and artistic tradition. A modern, dynamic, and welcoming city in which your encounter with the Italian language and culture will be authentic, fulfilling, and unforgettable.