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AIFS Florence Flyer
AIFS Florence Brochure
WHY STUDY IN FLORENCE?
Florence is an exciting city in which to live and study. On an afternoon stroll through the streets of Florence, which is set amidst the golden hills of Tuscany, you can visit Il Duomo, with its magnificent Renaissance dome that stands tall over the city; admire the architecture of Giotto and the Baroque sculptures adorning the fountains of the city; linger at the Uffizi Gallery with its vast collection of painting and sculpture; view the Santa Croce where Galileo, Michelangelo and Machiavelli are buried; discuss art with Florentine painters in their studios; explore the book shops near Via Cavour; and stroll along the popular Ponte Vecchio, a 14th century bridge spanning the River Arno. Sometimes, though, it’s just the simple, day-to-day experiences that also inspire, from taking a walk down the street past red-roofed buildings, to enjoying a fresh plate of pasta while people watching at an outdoor café.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Covid-19 vaccination is strongly recommended for this program.
HIGHLIGHTS OF FLORENCE
- Open to students age 18 and older who have completed 12 units of college course work with a minimum 2.25 grade point average.
- Optional flight transportation package; accommodations in fully furnished apartments with kitchen in the Historical Center of Florence.
- Take lower division courses that are transferable for Bachelor’s degree credit.
- Program includes an orientation program, half-day guided walking tour of Florence, guided day trip to Siena and San Gimignano, and subsidized cultural activities which may include walking tours, cooking classes, wine tasting lectures, ballet, soccer matches, concerts and film nights, and day trips to Pisa and other nearby locations.
WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM?
This program is offered to enable students to study abroad while making normal progress toward their degree objectives, and earning fully transferable units in courses taught by community college faculty and guest lecturers. his program is offered in cooperation with the Contra Costa, Los Rios, and San Mateo County Community College Districts and with the American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS), which arranges transportation, living accommodations, and a wide range of student and instructional support services. Students need not be currently enrolled at one of the sponsoring colleges in order to participate. Units earned in Florence will appear on transcripts issued by the participating colleges.
CLICK HERE FOR SPRING 2025 FLORENCE FLYER
CLICK HERE FOR SPRING 2025 FLORENCE BROCHURE
CLICK HERE FOR AIFS GENERAL PRE-DEPARTURE GUIDE
CLICK HERE FOR AIFS FLORENCE 2025 PRE-DEPARTURE HANDBOOK
PROGRAM DATES
DATES AND MEETINGS
- Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025: Depart U.S.
- Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025: Arrive Florence
- Monday & Tuesday, Feb. 3-4, 2025: Orientation and workshops
- Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025: Classes begin
- Saturday, March 15 to Sunday, March 23, 2025: Mid-Semester Break
- Monday, April 21, 2025: Easter Monday (no classes)
- Thursday, May 1, 2025: Last Day of Class
- Friday, May 2, 2025: Depart Florence
IMPORTANT DATES
PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE
- Friday, September 20, 2024
GENERAL APPLICATION DEADLINE
- Friday, November 1, 2024
MANDATORY PRE-DEPARTURE MEETING – SATURDAY, JAN. 18, 2025 (APPROX. 9:00AM-12:15PM) AT DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE IN PLEASANT HILL
FALL 2024 INFORMATION SESSIONS (FOR SPRING 2025 DEPARTURE)
During the Fall 2024 semester, informational meetings (both in Zoom and/or in-person) will be facilitated by Brian Antonson, our instructor to Florence. Below are the scheduled meetings for August and September. In addition, if you’d like to be placed on our Florence Spring 2025 contact list to receive an email reminder about when these meetings will take place, please email Patty Warne, Study Abroad coordinator, at pwarne@santarosa.edu.
- Thursday August 29th, 3 pm in-person & zoom in room 101 Garcia Hall, Santa Rosa campus
- Thursday September 5th, 3 pm in-person & zoom in room 101 Garcia Hall, Santa Rosa campus
- Friday September 6th, 6 pm on zoom
- Thursday September 19th, 3 pm in-person & zoom in room 101 Garcia Hall, Santa Rosa campus
- Friday September 20th, 3 pm in-person & zoom in room 101 Garcia Hall, Santa Rosa campus
Join Zoom Meeting
https://santarosa-edu.zoom.us/j/8828564530
Meeting ID: 882 856 4530
PROGRAM COSTS/FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS
- The AIFS program costs for Florence Spring 2025 will have a base price of $8,345. These costs will include all lodging, medical insurance, and AIFS services. They will not include airfare (there will be a group flight option for an extra fee), class tuition, books, and day-to-day expenses such as food. Click here for a rundown of what specifically is and isn't included in the costs of the program.
- Financial Aid Process Information (PDF)
- Scholarships Information
- Click here for AwardSpring Instructions
- AIFS Scholarship Application
AIFS REFUND DATES
Refund requests must be done in writing to AIFS. They accept emails and that is generally the easiest way (customizedfacultyled@aifs.com). See official AIFS refund policy on your Agreement & Release form on AIFS application. Dates to remember regarding AIFS refunds once you are enrolled in the program:
· Friday, November 8, 2024: Last day to request refund of $450 deposit less $150 processing & non-refundable deposit fees. After Nov. 8, AIFS will not refund any of the $450 deposit. Students may also be subject to any nonrefundable canceled reservation fees by AIFS after this date. Details on AIFS Agreement & Release form on your AIFS application.
· Friday, December 6, 2024: Total program fee is due. NO REFUND OF PAYMENTS after this date.
AIFS PROGRAM CANCELLATION POLICY
Please click here for a summary of the AIFS program cancellation policy.