The American University of Florence is proud to celebrate the accomplishments
Meet Lizzy Considine, a 23-year-old art history student at The American University
Oftentimes, students will fly over an entire ocean, past several countries,
It is difficult to imagine two more opposite places than the remote woods of

Covering Jordan’s humanitarian response in Gaza, our alumna continues to make an impact in international ...

Journalist and alumna covers Jordan’s humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

Meet Lizzy Considine, an art history student at AUF. Studying in the heart of the Renaissance has shaped ...

An American University of Florence Student Spotlight

AUF Fashion & Merchandising student, Edoardo Rosi has stitched together his studies and his love for ...

An American University of Florence Student Spotlight

Caleb England's journey of art, teaching, and adapting to a new culture inspires students at The American ...

An American University of Florence Alumni Spotlight

Alumna Clothilde Goujard Reports for Le Monde
The American University of Florence is proud to celebrate the accomplishments

Covering Jordan’s humanitarian response in Gaza, our alumna continues to make an impact in internati...

Journalist and alumna covers Jordan’s humanitarian ...

A Journey Through Art and Self-Discovery
Meet Lizzy Considine, a 23-year-old art history student at The American University

Meet Lizzy Considine, an art history student at AUF. Studying in the heart of the Renaissance has sh...

An American University of Florence Student Spotlig ...

A Florentine’s Journey to AUF Fashion Studies
Oftentimes, students will fly over an entire ocean, past several countries,

AUF Fashion & Merchandising student, Edoardo Rosi has stitched together his studies and his love for...

An American University of Florence Student Spotlig ...

Blazing a Path
It is difficult to imagine two more opposite places than the remote woods of

Caleb England's journey of art, teaching, and adapting to a new culture inspires students at The Ame...

An American University of Florence Alumni Spotligh ...

New Programs

First-Year Programs in Florence

AUF First-Year Programs feature a focused experience tailored to first-year college experiences. Affiliate partners have a variety of options to internationalize the academic success of their first-year admits. Programs can be structured to bridge the significant transition from high school to higher educational pathways while building global competences and gaining exposure to diversity and active forms of learning.
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Degree Programs

4-year BA and BS degrees at The American University of Florence in various academic disciplines, blending general education, specialized courses, and capstone projects. Direct admission is available for AUF Certificate/AA students.

Study Abroad Programs

Study in Italy with AUF’s unique, English-taught programs. Experience hands-on learning with community projects like a restaurant, gallery, and fashion store. AUF blends global faculty, cultural integration, and real-world engagement like no other institution in Italy.

Career Program
Associate’s Degrees (AA)

AUF’s 1-2 year Certificate Career Programs blend classroom learning with hands-on experience in Florence’s vibrant economy. Specialize in one of four fields, with options for advanced 2nd-year entry.

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First-Year Programs in Florence

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Career Program Associate’s Degrees (AA)
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Puccini Forever!
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Students Magazine
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125 Years of FIAT
ISSUE 1 YEAR 14
SPRING 2024

Gardens of Culture
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Students Magazine
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Gardens of Culture
BLENDING MAGAZINE 13.2 - FALL 2023

The Caterina Issue
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Students Magazine
and Newsletter

The Caterina Issue
BLENDING MAGAZINE - SPRING 2019

AUF Schools

A unique approach to global and local learning.

Apicius International School of Hospitality

FAST Fashion and Accessory Studies and Technology

IDEAS School of Interior Design, Environmental Architecture, and Sustainability

ISB International School of Business

J SCHOOL School of Journalism, Communication, and Publishing

sQuola Center for Italian studies

SAS School of Arts and Sciences

DIVA Digital Imaging and Visual Arts

School of Graduate Studies

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Covering Jordan’s humanitarian response in Gaza, our alumna continues to make an impact in international journalism.

A Journey Through Art and Self-Discovery

Meet Lizzy Considine, an art history student at AUF. Studying in the heart of the Renaissance has shaped her passion for art, and culture.

A Florentine’s Journey to AUF Fashion Studies

AUF Fashion & Merchandising student, Edoardo Rosi has stitched together his studies and his love for style.

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Blending Magazine

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FALL 2024
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Blendi magazine - 125 Years of FIAT
ISSUE 1 YEAR 14
SPRING 2024
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Blendi magazine - Gardens of Culture
BLENDING MAGAZINE 13.2 - FALL 2023
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AUF ALUMNI

Alumni Students Spotlight

TheAUF Alumni Association promotes and coordinates alumni support with the aim of strengthening the high-quality academic and public service programs of the University, involve and inform the community in order to build powerful network and initiative to connect us to all te students.

Alumni are representatives of the heritage and achievement of the University. Your Alumni Association celebrates your achievements and looks forward to being on your side as you experience the exciting opportunities and challenges that await you. The AUF Alumni Association is committed to keeping and strengthening a successful long-term relationship with its alumni.

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Alumni - Matthew Greiner

Matthew Greiner

My Master program really pushed me every day to think and develop a new approach to food. ...

My Master program really pushed me every day to think and develop a new approach to food. ...

Matthew Greiner, Iowa City, Iowa, USA

Culinary Arts

Alumni - Caleb England

Caleb England

Exposure to another culture, in an intensive context, allows you gain new perspective and understanding...

Exposure to another culture, in an intensive context, allows you gain new perspective and understanding...

Caleb England, USA

Fine Arts

Alumni - Taylor Samuels

Taylor Samuels

I love Florence because it is a small city where you get to know many local people, while also being...

I love Florence because it is a small city where you get to know many local people, while also being...

Taylor Samuels, USA

Visual Communications

Alumni - Devin Parr

Devin Parr

AUF alumna Devin Parr defines herself as So-Cal wine gal, a culinary enthusiast, an aspiring ninja, and...

AUF alumna Devin Parr defines herself as So-Cal wine gal, a culinary enthusiast, an aspiring ninja, and...

Devin Parr, USA

Food and Wine Studies

Alumni - Jane Smith

Jane Smith

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Curabitur non nulla sit amet nisl tempus convallis quis ac lectus. Nulla porttitor accumsan tincidunt....

Jane Smith, USA

Digital media

Alumni - Matthew Greiner

Matthew Greiner

My Master program really pushed me every day to think and develop a new approach to food. ...

My Master program really pushed me every day to think and develop a new approach to food. ...

Matthew Greiner, Iowa City, Iowa, USA

Culinary Arts

Alumni - Caleb England

Caleb England

Exposure to another culture, in an intensive context, allows you gain new perspective and understanding...

Exposure to another culture, in an intensive context, allows you gain new perspective and understanding...

Caleb England, USA

Fine Arts

Alumni - Taylor Samuels

Taylor Samuels

I love Florence because it is a small city where you get to know many local people, while also being...

I love Florence because it is a small city where you get to know many local people, while also being...

Taylor Samuels, USA

Visual Communications

Alumni - Devin Parr

Devin Parr

AUF alumna Devin Parr defines herself as So-Cal wine gal, a culinary enthusiast, an aspiring ninja, and...

AUF alumna Devin Parr defines herself as So-Cal wine gal, a culinary enthusiast, an aspiring ninja, and...

Devin Parr, USA

Food and Wine Studies

Alumni - Jane Smith

Jane Smith

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Curabitur non nulla sit amet nisl tempus convallis quis ac lectus. Nulla porttitor accumsan tincidunt....

Jane Smith, USA

Digital media

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Matthew Greiner

#StudentSpotlight

My Master program really pushed me every day to think and develop a new approach to food.

FUA-AUF ALUMNI

Matthew Greiner, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
Culinary Arts

Caleb England

#StudentSpotlight

Exposure to another culture, in an intensive context, allows you gain new perspective and understanding on how things like the Renaissance came to pass; from the day to day lifestyle to the philosophical and societal values.

FUA-AUF ALUMNI

Caleb England, USA
Fine Arts

Taylor Samuels

#StudentSpotlight

I love Florence because it is a small city where you get to know many local people, while also being a part of a large international community...and the lifestyle feels a lot healthier than the way of life I was used from back home.

FUA-AUF ALUMNI

Taylor Samuels, USA
Visual Communications

Devin Parr

#StudentSpotlight

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Devin Parr, USA
Food and Wine Studies

Jane Smith

#StudentSpotlight

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FUA-AUF ALUMNI

Jane Smith, USA
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Meet Lizzy Considine, an art history student at AUF. Studying in the heart of the Renaissance has sh...

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Oftentimes, students will fly over an entire ocean, past several countries,

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