New York University in Florence
Location
Italy: Florence
Description
New York University Florence at La Pietra is situated on a hillside just north of the center of Florence. Sir Harold Acton, a distinguished patron of the arts, bequeathed the 57-acre estate to the University in 1994. Villa La Pietra is a magnificent 15th-century, 60-room museum that contains a notable early Renaissance art and furniture collection. The villa is surrounded by several acres of historically significant gardens, rolling hills, and olive groves. There are four other villas on the estate: Natalia, Colletta, Sassetti, and Ulivi. NYU Florence offers an exceptional academic curriculum for undergraduate students during the fall or spring semester as well as the full academic year. Most courses (except Italian language courses) are taught in English. In addition, some NYU courses in the liberal arts are offered in Italian to proficient students as part of a specialized Italian language program.
Approximately 275 undergraduates per semester study the history of Europe and its extraordinary cultural legacy of art, literature, philosophy, and architecture along with the political, cultural, economic, and social issues that are shaping the future of Europe. Intensive Italian language courses are offered at all levels. Courses in business, film, photography, and studio art are also available. Classes are held in the villas on campus and at nearby downtown locations. Additional courses for students with advanced Italian language skills are offered at the University of Florence.
Highlights
Visits to museums and galleries; language exchange dinners; regional food tastings; student-run clubs. In past semesters, the NYU Florence staff organized trips to Venice, Rome, Pisa, and Siena for students. Credit-bearing service-learning courses and volunteer activities are also available to interested students.
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