Academic Year Study Abroad Programs in Florence, Italy

Your Semester in Florence program lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curri

Spend a semester or academic year in the classic city of Florence with AIFS Abroad. Choose from a wide variety of courses at the AIFS Abroad Global Education Center with credit awarded by Fairfield University. Select the Traditional Academic Program to begin or advance your Italian language skills

Located in the heart of Tuscany, Florence clearly stands out as a cultural, historical, and academic center in Italy. It is known as the Birthplace of the Renaissance, as many Renaissance artists and authors called this city home. Dante, Boccaccio, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and many more all

Study at NYU Florence and experience one of the world's most culturally significant cities. Students live either on the NYU Florence estate or in an apartment or homestay in downtown Florence. Take full advantage of the city’s many historic and cultural offerings through faculty-led trips throughout

Experience refined beauty of Renaissance Italy by studying abroad at Florence University of the Arts (FUA). FUA offers a wide range of courses in English which have been carefully planned and designed keeping with current interests and contemporary subjects including: Literature, Sciences, Business,

Istituto Lorenzo de' Medici invites you to study abroad in Florence, the capital of the Tuscany region and home to approximately one-third of the world's art treasures! Living and studying in the birthplace of the Renaissance is an unparalleled experience. The LdM Florence campus comprises 16 prope

This creative academic foundation program in Florence is designed to immerse students in Italy’s rich cultural heritage while exploring fashion, design, and the visual arts. Through a balance of theory and hands-on practice, students develop a personal portfolio using industry-standard tools like Ph

Capital of Italy’s Tuscany region and known as “the cradle of the Renaissance,” Florence has long been a source of inspiration for visionaries such as Galileo Galilei, Leonardo da Vinci, and Niccolò Machiavelli. It's known for the Cathedral on the Piazza del Duomo, a domed edifice engineered by Fili

Italy is one of the most complex and enticing places in Europe. A contemporary, industrialized nation with an artistic and architectural heritage that few other countries can rival. It is also a Mediterranean country with a southern European sensibility, where traditional attitudes still prevail. Th

Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, offers an unparalleled setting for studying Italian language and culture. Originating in Tuscany during the 14th century, the Renaissance shaped the region (and much of the world) for centuries. Today, Florence is a vibrant city of piazzas, cafés, museums

The Big Year is a combination of our Fall Semester in Europe PLUS our Spring Semester in Asia. These can be completed in any order, depending on your schedule at your home school. Combined, you will visit up to 12 different countries, covering more than 25 destinations along the way. During the Fal

There is nowhere better in the world to learn the intricacies of coffee than in Italy. They wrote the rules of modern coffee making! In this week-long course, you will pick up all the cool tricks of the trade and become a coffee-making pro. Located in the heart of Florence, you will join fellow c

See different sides of Italy while studying at an Italian school or university! Enroll in your chosen non-profit, low-cost, direct study program. We connect you to university-level, academic-type programs that are available all year round. Choose from weekly, monthly, summer, quarterly, semester, an

The one-year Master of Interior Design is perfect for young graduates or design professionals interested in attending a specialization course. It emphasizes a professional dimension by honing the understanding of contemporary Italian interior design through investigations into its history, theory, a

Study at the famous Florence University of the Arts, with classes from Fashion Marketing to Travel Writing, all taught in English. Become engaged with your new neighborhood through numerous service learning and community service opportunities. All housing and classes are located within walking di

The NECAFlorence Program provides a unique opportunity to study, earn university credits, and experience Italian culture firsthand. Interdisciplinary courses based on experiential learning at NECAFlorence are designed to stimulate students’ interests and to challenge their way of thinking. Small gro

Our Art History course offers students a captivating exploration of the rich tapestry of artistic periods and styles. We believe that the best way to learn is to follow your passion and curiosity. Students have the freedom to choose their preferred period(s) from the following diverse and inspiring

Study in the heart of Florence with ISI! International Studies Institute Florence (ISI) is located in the heart of Florence in two historic palazzi. ISI offers a range of programs in architecture, food studies, art history, Italian culture, interior design, STEM, fashion, psychology, studio art, an

The Accademia Italiana is internationally recognized as one of Europe's most prestigious institutes of art and design. Each year, creative students from all over the world come to the Accademia Italiana to take courses in the Accademia's signature programs in fashion design, graphic design and visua

Looking to embark on a year-long study abroad adventure? Study at SRISA! Our comprehensive Accredited Year program promises a life-changing experience, immersing you in Italian and Florentine life. In Florence, explore a diverse culture, forge new friendships, and master a new language. This experi