Location
  • Italy
    • Florence
Term
Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Subject Areas
Anthropology Archaeology Architecture Art History Business Communications Creative Writing Economics Education Fashion Design Film Food Science and Nutrition Geography Graphic Design History Interior Design International Business International Relations Journalism Literature Marketing Museum Studies Philosophy Psychology Religious Studies Theater Visual Arts Web Design +18
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Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Apartment
Language
English

Pricing

Price Details
Pre-Departure Services:
- Advising, @api Online Resources, Orientation Materials and Support, Peer Mentors, Social Networking, and Scholarships.

On-site Services:
- Airport Reception, Resident Director, API Center, On-Site Orientation, Housing (Including Meals and Laundry with Some Options), Tuition, Tutoring, Language and Culture Tools, Medical and Life Insurance, Excursions (Overnight, Day and International in some locations), Social and Cultural Activities, API Learning and Engagement Badge Program, Welcome and Farewell Group Meals, and Volunteer Opportunities.

Re-entry Services:
- Re-Entry Materials and Support, Post-Program Evaluation, Transcript, Alumni-Network, and Development Opportunities.
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Some Activities Airport Transfers Classes Some Meals Travel Insurance Wifi
What's Not Included
Some Activities Airfare Some Meals
May 06, 2024
Jul 05, 2024
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About Program

API students in Florence study at Lorenzo de’ Medici - The Italian International Institute (LdM). Come see this rich Italian culture first-hand on one of API's most popular programs! The campus is primarily located in a 13th century AD convent in the heart of Florence. LdM offers students a wide selection of courses from The School of Arts and Sciences, The School of Creative Arts, The School of Design and The School of Italian Language and Culture.

Live and study in the heart of Florence alongside a thriving international student community. Explore the birthplace of the Renaissance, and so much more of Italy with API's included excursions to places such as famous Cinque Terre, Venice, Tuscany, Rome and more!

For students who want one of the most unique study abroad experiences in Italy, check out the Two Italies Program in Florence and Tuscania. You'll take classes in these two fascinating Italian cities – getting the best of both worlds!

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Program Highlights

  • Walk the streets of Florence and relive the ancient history with the greats that have walked the same cobblestones
  • API Florence staff offer cultural activities within the city such as a glassblowing show, wine tastings (and pizza tastings!), soccer match, opera night, and more!
  • Excursions to nearby cities, cultural landmarks, historic sites, and more
  • Pre-departure, on-site, and re-entry services included
  • The birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is still a haven for artists and art lovers from across the globe

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Sketching the Tuscania countryside

In this traveling study abroad program, students will split their semester between both of Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute’s (LdM) locations in Florence and Tuscania! Students follow a structured program of five 3-credit courses, which together focus on interesting issues that intersect with the broader experience of Italy.

API Florence students selfie over city

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime at Lorenzo de'Medici (LdM), one of Italy’s most established international higher education institutions. Then, immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Florence igniting your passion for Italian culture. Explore architecture, art, and fashion, and discover bustling markets and the city’s culinary delights!

Program Reviews

4.84 Rating
based on 25 reviews
  • 5 rating 84%
  • 4 rating 16%
  • 3 rating 0%
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  • Academics 3.95
  • Support 4.95
  • Fun 4.8
  • Housing 4.85
  • Safety 4.75
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Hayley
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Can I Go Back Yet?

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What would you improve about this program?
Bring a fan to keep cool in the air conditioning! This is the only fault I can find. I absolutely love everything else!
96 people found this review helpful.
Rachael Taft
Rachael
4/5
No, I don't recommend this program

The living's a little too easy - little cultural immersion

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Ashley Day
Ashley
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My best college experience

I couldn't have been more pleased with my API Florence experience. The staff was extremely helpful, the city was amazing, the trips were well organized and fun, and the classes were so enjoyable. I learned so much in such a short time and had a blast in the process. Plus, we all made lifelong friends from all over.

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AniMaria27
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Florence, a second home

Florence is the perfect place to study abroad. I have missed it since the second I left. Every morning, I would wake up, stop at a cafe for a cappuccino and walk by the Duomo on my way to classes in the Piazza Repubblica. I would walk by the leather market, through the crowds of tourists wishing they could stay longer than their one week vacation is allowing them too, and finally up the stairs of a gorgeous building behind a theater house, where my small classes would take place. It was a dream.. only it didn't end for four months. Every weekend I traveled, four of my trips with API that were always enjoyable. I'd take advantage of Siesta some days with a short nap and others I'd meet up with my roommates to go out for a delicious lunch at the never-ending choices of restaurants. Florence is the only choice for a study abroad experience that will give you memories, and new friends, forever.

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Kristaj61
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Living a dream

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92 people found this review helpful.
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Grant
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

firenze!

Florence, is not only a beautiful city with with amazing artwork and history, it is a cultural explosion. Florentines, as they are called, are people native to the Tuscany region and express their cultural background throughout their day to day lives. They are very kind people with a strong pride in Tuscany, a love for great food, fashion, and of course wine. The weather is also great, and not to extremely hot or cold. There are also some key characteristics which really set florence apart in my mind: vepsa's (they drive like maniac's, and everyone should rent one), the architecture, il cascine (lush park along the river), and my favorite piece of florence- the arno river (the lifeblood of florence

107 people found this review helpful.
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gjgurish
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Can't Recommend Highly Enough!

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meg
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

API- Florence

I absolutely loved the time I spent in Florence, Italy. The excursions that API provided were amazing. I had a lot of fun and learned a lot during them. My apartment exceeded my expectations. I lived with 7 other girls and my apartment was designed for 10 people to live in. It was huge. I felt safe in the area I lived in and safe in general in Florence. I would go back in a heart beat!

98 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers

Our semester programs typically include 2-3 daytrips as well as 1-2 weekend trips around Italy! Summer programs also include daytrips within the cost of the program. API also includes cultural activities within Florence itself such as culinary classes, walking tours, gelato runs, play and operas, museum visits, etc. Activities and excursions may vary by session so please check our website or give...

API has a special housing form where you can request to live with a particular person or group of people. We do our best to accommodate mutual roommate requests for your time abroad. If you don't have someone in mind to room with, we do include questions on habits, study preferences, lifestyle preferences, etc. to match you with like-minded participants. If you have any additional questions about...

We love that students want to take advantage of traveling around Europe while studying abroad. Students use a variety of ways to travel so it depends on your plans, destinations, and budget. Some students love using cheap flights like EasyJet, RyanAir, or other budget airlines. Other students use trains and buses to get where they need to go for a weekend adventure as they're easy to navigate and...

Hi, you can travel by yourself. I traveled to a few cities on my own during the week at one point. Also, API plans weekend trips for you but you aren't necessarily required to attend so you can travel elsewhere during that time. Also during your free weekends you are free to travel.