Apply now for a scholarship opportunity for the Fall 2025 semester at the Siena Art Institute, for the first time open to applicants from all over the world!
You will be enrolled in the Siena Art Institute’s regular semester while also participating in THE PEACE ROOM project.
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THE PEACE ROOM PROJECT
THE PEACE ROOM is a project that aims to explore the role of art in the context of dialogue and cultural diplomacy. It involves international art students in a process of production, training and dialogue with each other and with different levels of context, from local to European and International. THE PEACE ROOM has been initiated in response to the prevailing geopolitical dynamics and uncertainties in international relations, with the objective of stimulating reflection on the possibilities of establishing shared spaces for the future of communities.
The interdisciplinary project will facilitate the development of site-specific and community engagement art practices by art students in dialogue with professional artists, architects, artisans, educational institutions and museums, leading to the creation of modular installations that will constitute the PEACE ROOM.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Full tuition for the Fall 2025 Siena Art Institute semester program;
- Participation in THE PEACE ROOM project in the context of the Toscanaincontemporanea2025 initiative by the Region of Tuscany;
- Shared accommodation in Siena, Italy;
- Shared studio space at the Siena Art Institute;
- Materials allowance (up to 150€);
- Travel allowance (up to 200€);
- Italian language course (offered at intro and intermediate levels);
- Interdisciplinary “Art & Society” course;
- 1 extra art/craft course;
- Mentorship by professional artists and educators;
- Participation in 3 public events to showcase works in progress and to present your research to the public;
- Participation in an international, multilingual, multicultural environment hosting art students and artists from around the world.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for 4 young artists with the following traits:
- Are currently enrolled in University-level art courses or are recent graduates (graduated no earlier than January 2024);
- Have a good understanding and command of the English language, as most classes and activities at the Siena Art Institute will be led in English;
- Are able to study and work in a multilingual, multicultural environment where collaboration with people from all backgrounds and nationalities is encouraged.
Preferred candidates have:
- A portfolio showing a deep interest in cultural and societal issues such as trans-cultural communication, environmental sustainability and/or community engagement;
- An interest in Italian culture and language.
If you are in doubt about being eligible, please enquire by writing an email to takepart@sienaart.org.
SEMESTER SCHEDULE
Arrival:
🗓️ September 8, 2025, 2:00 p.m.
🌍 at Florence airport
Departure:
🗓️ December 5, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
🌍 from Siena
Look at the whole Semester Program at this link (updated in real time). Please note that participation in all scheduled academic and project activities is mandatory.
The semester is 89 days long. Contact your national Italian embassy or consulate for information about specific Visa requirements and procedures.
Please note that student Visas don’t usually allow for independent travel in the Schengen Area before or after the duration of the program. Inquire with your national Italian embassy or consulate before finalising any travel arrangements.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 27, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (CET)
To apply, please fill out the following form in all its parts. Note that you will be requested to provide materials such as a portfolio or links to your previous work.
The selection of participants will be at the sole discretion of the project selection board. The Siena Art Institute reserves the right to require additional information or documentation from candidates and to not select anyone should candidates be deemed unsuitable for the project. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to be interviewed.
For more information or to signal form malfunctions, please contact takepart@sienaart.org.
See the Siena Art Institute’s past and present art and community projects here.
THE PEACE ROOM project has been created with the contribution of the Region of Tuscany and GiovaniSì within the Toscanaincontemporanea2025 program:
