Study Abroad

Sunset behind the Florence Cathedral's elaborate Gothic facade and domes.

Create where history was made. Learn where legends lived.

This is Study Abroad with the Academy, a chance to take your creativity global and unlock new perspectives in the places that shaped art, design, and culture as we know it.

All Academy majors and UpSkill students welcome. No prerequisites required; just bring your passport, sketchbook, camera, and passion.

Fashion Info Sessions:

Photography Info Sessions:

Thursday, October 22nd: 12:30pm-1:30pm PT

Fine Art Info Sessions:

Liberal Arts Info Sessions:

Study Abroad Students - Duomo in Florence, Italy

Italy Sessions

Live and create in the birthplace of the Renaissance. The streets of Florence and exciting day-trip destinations will be your studio, your classroom, and your inspiration. Surrounded by centuries of artistic mastery, you’ll study under Academy instructors while walking the same paths as Michelangelo, Botticelli, and da Vinci. Choose from two immersive sessions—Fashion or Fine Art & Illustration—and earn credit while building a global portfolio that stands out.

Students pay a study abroad program fee plus tuition costs to participate. Cost details coming soon.

In addition to department specific classes and trips, all Italy programs include:

Welcome Gala in Florence, including an overview of the city and all health and safety information
On-location learning with ArtU Instructors on the SRISA campus and in various locations in and around Florence
24-hour emergency assistance
On-campus WiFi
Access to on-campus facilities in Florence
An Uffizi Card, which offers unlimited access to the Uffizi, Pitti Palace, Boboli Gardens, and Bardini Gardens
End of summer group show and reception

Fashion

June 23, 2027 – July 23, 2027

Turn Florence, Milan & Como into your fashion playground as you dive into the heart of the global fashion industry.

Contact: LChan@academyart.edu

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Photography

June 23, 2027 – July 23, 2027

Immerse yourself in Florence and Venice, where every street and canal offers limitless photographic inspiration as you learn, create and explore.

Contact: MRosburg@academyart.edu

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Spiral ornate staircase descending in circular view with green marble walls

Fine Art

June 23, 2027 – August 6, 2027

Find endless inspiration in Florence and Venice as you create, study, and live in two of the world’s most iconic art cities.

Contact: SBasuroy@academyart.edu

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A panoramic view of London's skyline with modern skyscrapers, historic Tower Bridge, and reflections on the River Thames under a cloudy sky.

London & Paris Sessions

See the masterpieces. Experience the places. Make London and Paris your classroom. Experience art, history, and culture beyond the classroom during an unforgettable 18-night study abroad experience in London and Paris. With dedicated study time, group experiences, and free time to discover London and Paris on your own, this program balances academic study with cultural exploration and discovery.

Liberal Arts

June 22, 2027 – July 10, 2027

Contact: CPolizzi@academyart.edu