CEA CAPA-Florence
Program Details
| Program Location |
Florence, Italy
|
| Sponsor |
CEA CAPA |
| Program Type |
Co-sponsored |
| Course # |
SA 30004
|
| Duration |
Summer
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| To Be Announced |
| Past Dates |
|
Summer 2025 |
05/19/25 to
07/04/25 |
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Florence is a vibrant, awe-inspiring, and culturally rich Global City. Its history as the "Cradle of the Renaissance" remains readily accessible through its art and architecture, and with an ever-growing immigrant population, Florence is very much a multicultural city. You can explore the city's expansiveness by taking a migrant tour or visiting Vivi Market to find authentic foods and ingredients from Asia, Latin America, and other regions.
You have several options when participating on this summer program in Florence:
Session I: This option runs from mid-May through mid-June (4.5 weeks), Purdue students must take two courses and earn 6 credits. Great for students who need a shorter program in the beginning of the summer.
Session II: This option runs from late June - late July, Purdue students must take two courses and earn 6 credits. Great for students who prefer a shorter program starting a bit later in the summer.
Session I + Session II: This option runs from mid-May to late-July, Purdue students must take at least one class in Session I and one class in Session II, but may choose to add an additional course in either session to earn more credits (additional fees apply). A great option for students who would prefer to take one class at a time, earn more credits, and have more time to explore Florence and surrounding areas!
Please be sure to let us know your preferred session during your application.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
This program is sponsored by:
CEA CAPA.
Eligibility
The program is open to Purdue students in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
This program may be able to consider applicants with a GPA below the stated requirement, please contact a study abroad advisor with questions.
GPA Requirement:
2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Agriculture] [
College of Liberal Arts] [
Daniels School of Business] [
College of Health and Human Sciences] [
Polytechnic Institute]
Specifically from:
PSY (HHS), TLI (Polytechnic)
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
Choose from content courses taught in English or enhance your cultural experience by taking Italian language courses.
A variety of courses are offered including Abnormal Psychology, Italian Language, Studio Art, Food & Culture in Italy, International Marketing, and more!
Students must take a minimum of two classes to earn at least six credits. This can be done by taking two courses in a single session, or taking one class each in two sessions. Students doing two sessions may add additional classes, if desired.
Not every class is offered in both sessions, so students interested in a single session should check the CEA CAPA website to ensure course availability in their chosen session before applying.
Purdue strongly recommends students participate in both sessions, as this gives you a better course load and more time to enjoy your new city.
Session I course information
Session II course information
To view courses scroll down to the courses section and click CEA CAPA courses to expand the list.
Excursions
Enjoy full-day excursions to locations such as Siena, famous for its art, history and Palio horse race, and to the walled town of San Gimignano, with its 14 medieval towers. Social events and program activities include an arrival lunch and a farewell dinner.
Explore the diversity of cosmopolitan Florence with CEA CAPA's events which may include: exploring secret rooms at Palazzo Vecchio, cooking an Italian specialty for dinner, or going for a hike in the Tuscan hills.
Volunteer opportunities are also available.
*Excursions and activities may vary based on availability, though the above gives you an example of what may be included.
Housing
Housing is arranged by CEA CAPA for students. Housing options may include: shared apartments, student dorm, or homestay. All options include access to cooking facilities and students are responsible for their own meals. Homestay housing will include some meals.
Students should not expect to live in the historical city center, and should expect to commute to classes via public transportation or walking.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program. Final cost will vary based on how many sessions students choose to do, as well as how many classes students take.
The cost below is listed for Session I + Session II with 6 credits.
Program fee includes tuition, housing, bus pass, excursions & activities, orientation, insurance, and 24/7 safety, health and wellness support.
Please see CEA CAPA website for more details on costs for other options, and full cost details. Typically, a single session is approximately $1,600 less. Adding an additional course to two sessions would add approximately $500.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Summer 2025
|
Costs per term to be billed by Purdue
and Co-sponsor
|
| Program Fee |
$8,295.00
|
| Study Abroad Fee |
$914.10 |
| Program Discount for Purdue Students |
- $700.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per term
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,500.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$190.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$200.00 |
| Meals |
$2,000.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$735.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
Participants on this program for Summer 2026 will receive a $500 flight credit from CEA CAPA.This may be combined with other scholarships and funding sources.
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Summer |
Feb 1 |
Returnees Information
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
