Just one hour away are mountains where snow skiing and other winter sports are enjoyed. It is only three hours by rail to Rome and about four hours to the borders of Switzerland, France and Austria. HUF is a rigorous program of academics and travel. The academic program is developed to utilize the unique opportunities afforded by study in Europe. Serious involvement in classes combined with daily experiences of international living furnish students with insights and perspectives that can be gained in no other way.
Classes generally meet on a four-day schedule with travel interspersed.
Each student has a two-month Eurail pass for unlimited travel in western Europe. A field trip to Greece provides an opportunity to study the cradles of democracy. A permanent staff of two professors and an assistant live in Florence. In addition, a full-time cook and housekeeper work for the University. Fall, Spring and summer semesters, each three months long, are provided each year.