Study Abroad

Studying abroad is one of the most powerful investments you can make in yourself. Whether you travel for a week or a semester, an international experience can open doors — professionally, personally, and academically — that few other opportunities can match.

Study Abroad in Florence, Italy — Fall 2028
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Study Art History, Business, and Wellness in Florence, Italy

FALL 2028

Florence is an inspiring place in which to live and study. Students will spend 13 weeks in this Italian city, the birthplace of the Renaissance, studying courses in astronomy, art, art history, psychology, biology, English and literature. The city will become your classroom when, on a given afternoon, you stroll with faculty and classmates through the streets of Florence to admire the architecture of Giotto and the Baroque sculptures adorning the fountains of the city, explore the Uffizi Gallery with its vast collection of painting and sculpture, view the magnificent Santa Croce where Galileo, Michelangelo and Machiavelli are buried, discuss art with Florentine painters in their studios, explore the book shops near Via Cavour, and visit one of the most traditional spots in Florence, the Ponte Vecchio, a 14th-century bridge spanning the River Arno.

I'll be teaching the art history and business courses! We'll dive into this maker city and put on our entrepreneurship hats to find, discover, create, and build on ideas — then come back and start businesses with an eye for artistic and maker-mentality thinking.

SAVE THE SEMESTER! Check out studyabroad.fullcoll.edu to learn how to apply or inquire about the trip.

Why Study Abroad? The Life Outcomes Are Real.

Research consistently shows that students who study abroad gain measurable advantages throughout their lives:

  • Career Advantage — Employers consistently rank international experience as a top differentiator. You'll stand out in job interviews and advance faster.
  • Global Perspective — Immersing yourself in another culture sharpens your ability to think critically, communicate across differences, and solve complex problems.
  • Higher Earning Potential — Studies show that study abroad alumni often earn higher starting salaries and advance more quickly in their careers.
  • Personal Growth — Independence, resilience, adaptability, and confidence are skills you develop the moment you step off the plane.
  • Expanded Network — You'll build lifelong friendships and professional connections across the globe.
  • Language & Communication Skills — Even in English-speaking countries, navigating new cultures sharpens every aspect of how you communicate.

The world is your classroom. Don't wait until "someday" — the time to go is now.

  Worried About Paying for It? Take BUS 186 F.

BUS 186 F — Funding Special Projects and New Ventures is designed to teach you exactly how to raise money for goals that matter — including study abroad.

In this course you'll learn how to:

  • Identify and apply for grants and scholarships specifically for study abroad
  • Build a compelling crowdfunding campaign to rally support from family, friends, and your community
  • Craft an investor-style pitch for your personal goals
  • Access federal financial aid that can often be applied to approved study abroad programs
  • Create a realistic budget and funding timeline so your trip actually happens

Funding your study abroad experience is a project — and BUS 186 F gives you the tools to make it a reality.

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Helpful Study Abroad Resources

Questions about how to get started? Email me at ggraves@fullcoll.edu or stop by during office hours.

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