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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 Abroad, Non-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
- Aug Intersessions, 15/16w Semester, Session I: June 15
- 11/12w Semester, Session II: July 15
- Session III: August 15
- Session IV: September 15
- 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 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.
Iconic Florence - Remote Learning
Remote learning courses and Remote learning SPEL/Internship placements.
Have questions about your enrollment or are you looking to get started?
Write to admissions@fua.it
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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.
4-Year Undergraduate Programs: 4-Year Curricula and their relative
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.