Program Overview

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International Programs

The Florida State University International Programs offers a wide range of study abroad opportunities for students.

Program Description

The Editing, Writing, and Media in Italy program is a summer program that allows students to explore the city of Florence while earning college credits.

Program Sessions

The program is offered in the summer and has the following schedule:

• Code: FL97
• Term: Summer 2026
• Arrival Date: 05/06/26
• Departure Date: 06/13/26
• Fee: $10,640.00

Eligibility

This program is open to all interested undergraduate students, but it is of particular interest to English majors. Students must be at least 18 years of age by the start of the program.

Important Considerations

International Programs wants students to have an enriching experience during their program. Understanding differences in resources in other countries and being prepared before studying abroad can help promote a smooth travel experience.

Housing

Housing on this program is in shared Florentine-style student residences within a 25-minute walk of FSU Florence along beautiful medieval cobblestone streets. Each residence includes shared, furnished living, kitchen, and dining spaces, as well as washing machines, Wi-Fi, and a cleaning service with a change of bed linens and towels. Meal vouchers that can be redeemed at dozens of local cafés and restaurants throughout Florence are also provided.

Excursions & Group Activities

Plans may change due to unexpected events and/or new opportunities. Events planned for this program may include:

• Full participation in Florence Broad Curriculum program excursions & group activities
• Cooking and writing workshop
• Traditional Florentine book-making and paper-making workshop
• Guest lecture and tour of book restoration at the national library in Florence
• Weekly editorial meetings covering all aspects of production of the journal, FLOR
• Visits to and tastings at local pastry and ice cream shops
• Local guest speakers
• Guided tours of local museums and sites

Program Fees

The program fees include:

• Instructional costs for 6 undergraduate credits
• Housing
• 270 worth of meal vouchers
• Program-planned excursions/group activities
• Full-time academic support
• On-site administrative & pastoral support
• International health insurance

The program fees do not include:

• Round-trip international airfare
• Passport
• Food (except as noted above)
• Books and supplies
• Personal travel/activity money
• Personal spending money
• University-assessed fees (e.g., per credit hour technology fee)

Courses

The following courses are offered in this program:

• ENC4404: Advanced Writing and Editing
• ENG4834: Issues in Publishing
• ENG4905: Directed Individual Study

Money Matters

International Programs understands that financial considerations heavily influence study abroad decisions. The International Programs Financial Team hosts financial aid workshops and can answer financial aid questions during in-person advising appointments or via email.

Financial Aid

Almost all sources of financial aid (Florida Prepaid, Bright Futures, Loans, Grants, VA funding, Scholarships) can be used toward program fees.

Scholarships

International Programs strives to award an average of $200,000 in scholarships annually to about 100 students. Current FSU students who have applied to an international program can apply to the International Programs scholarship opportunity through the FS4U portal.

Visa Information

Students interested in studying in Italy must be at least 18 years of age by the start of the program. A student visa is required for programs lasting 90 days or less.

Health & Safety

For 60 years, Florida State University International Programs has been committed to providing a rewarding academic experience that enriches the lives of students. The highest priority is and always has been the welfare and security of students.

Insurance

All International Programs fees include international medical and evacuation insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI).

Travel Resources

International Programs encourages program participants to consider purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance comes in many forms and can protect students in case they need to change their travel plans due to unforeseen circumstances.

University Policies & Resources

Florida State University has various policies and resources in place to support students, including the Clery Act, University Health Services, Counseling & Psychological Services, and Title IX.