Admissions

FUA seeks program candidates who are inquisitive, internationally-minded, and committed to making an impact through their course of studies on the local landscape of Florence and Cinque Terre, Italy.

Whether you're interested in Study AbroadNon-Credit Internship/SPEL, or Remote Learning programs, we are pleased to provide details regarding the admissions process.

Check out our Enrollment Guidelines and Admissions Requirements to choose the right academic program for you.

For admission to our pre-college, certificate, degree programs visit the AUF website.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our Admissions Office.

Admissions Requirements

Here are the instructions for applying to our Study Abroad programs based on the deadlines for each session:

Minimum Criteria

US/Canadian students must have a required minimum GPA of 2.75, English fluency, High School Diploma, or equivalent. Please note that Internship and SPEL placement courses have additional interview requirements.

Required Documents

To apply for the program, please send the following documents using one of the methods listed below:

  • Program Application (signed and completed)
  • Official Transcript
  • CV or Statement of Prior Experience (if applying for intermediate or advanced levels only)
  • Conduct Waiver (if requesting a US School of Record Transcript)

Submission Methods 

You can submit the above documents through the following methods:

  • Email: admissions@fua.it
  • Fax: (+39) 055 2476234
  • Mail: FUA ATTN: Admissions Office - Corso Tintori, 21 50122 Firenze ITALY

Application Deadlines

Fall

  • Aug Intersessions, 15/16w Semester, Session I: June 15
  • 11/12w Semester, Session II: July 15
  • Session III: August 15
  • Session IV: September 15

Spring

  • Jan Intersessions, 15/16w Semester, Session I: November 15
  • 11/12w Semester, Session II: December 15
  • Session III: January 15
  • Session IV: February 15

Summer

  • Summer Semester, I, V, A, C: April 8
  • Session II, VI, D: April 30
  • Session III, VII, B, E: May 20
  • Session IV, VIII, F: June 10

On Campus Programs

Use the links below to quickly access detailed admissions information and the application forms you need for on-campus sessions (including Gap Year) and SPEL/Internship placements.

STUDY ABROAD FLORENCE APPLICATION FORMSTUDY ABROAD CINQUE TERRE APPLICATION FORM

Iconic Florence - Remote Learning

Remote learning courses and Remote learning SPEL/Internship placements.

remote learning APPLICATION FORM

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Undergraduate Admissions

The FUA-AUF application form for admissions can be used for the following programs of study:

Study Abroad: Semesters, Quarters/Intensive Sessions (Fall, Spring, Summer,
Highlight Programs).

Career Programs: Fulfillment of levels based on the Quarter Sessions. Includes special highlight career programs on a short-term basis.

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concentrations.

Non-Credit Internships/SPEL: Minimum 3-week experience that combines Italian language and professional internships or SPEL placement courses, minimum 6-week experiences for externally-based internships.
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