Housing Information

ISA Housing provides the opportunity for students to experience aspects of the Italian lifestyle that are inaccessible to the average visitor of Italy. All ISA Housing options are either within walking distance or conveniently located to public transit routes relative to the universities. Please note: All housing in Florence is subject to availability.

ISA Apartments:
Rent is included in the program price. Students are placed in furnished, centrally located apartments. Bedrooms are typically double-occupancy and apartments have 3-4 bedrooms, lounge/living room, kitchen and bathroom(s). Each apartment is equipped with basic furnishings and supplies, including one single bed (per student), bed linens, a closet/clothing storage space, basic cookware and kitchenware, a table and chairs and furnished sitting area. Each student is expected to provide his/her own paper and cleaning products as well as replacing light bulbs. Many apartment units include a washing machine. While apartments are standardized in terms of basic amenities, they can vary greatly in terms of both aesthetics and proximity to the university. Meals and laundry service are not included. A $750 refundable apartment deposit is required.

Homestays:
Each homestay has been carefully selected by ISA's resident staff in order to accommodate students' specific need and to ensure a comfortable living situation. The majority of the ISA host families do not speak English; however, some do. Students typically share a bedroom with another ISA student. Some meals and laundry service are also included in the homestay option. The homestay option is NOT included in the ISA program price. Please contact ISA for homestay fees.

Independent Housing:
Students may opt to secure housing independently. Students who select this option receive a discount equal to the housing portion of the program price. *All housing assignments are based on space available and are coordinated on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The experience of living in another culture will be both educational and rewarding so long as you stay open-minded and reasonable at all times. There are differences in culture and lifestyle between life in Italy and the U.S. Remember: the key to avoiding many problems is flexibility. With this in mind, you can become a true Florentine!