Fall 2021
Programs that include classes at local universities may have different teaching, break, exam periods, and program end dates. Some dates may be subject to change pending publication of the local university academic calendar. Students receive a detailed program calendar upon arrival abroad. Use this guide [PDF, 361 KB] for information on how to look up academic and financial deadlines for classes once you are registered and your class schedule is reflected in MySlice.
Pre-arrival programming: August 30 – September 14
Students arrive in Florence: September 15
Required orientation in Florence: September 15 – 17
Classes begin on site: September 20
Semester break: October 28 – November 1
Final exams begin: November 27
Program ends: November 30
Optional Signature Seminar: November 30 – December 9 (students depart program December 10)
Spring 2022
Programs that include classes at local universities may have different teaching, break, exam periods, and program end dates. Some dates may be subject to change pending publication of the local university academic calendar. Students receive a detailed program calendar upon arrival abroad. Use this guide [PDF, 361 KB] for information on how to look up academic and financial deadlines for classes once you are registered and your class schedule is reflected in MySlice.
Pre-arrival programming: January 10 – 25
Students arrive in Florence: January 27
Required orientation in Florence: January 27 – 28
Classes begin on site: January 31
Semester break: March 3 – 7
Final exams begin: April 11
Program ends: April 14
Optional Signature Seminar: April 14 – 24 (students depart program April 25)