AUF distinct campus facilities are located in the historic center of Florence. All courses are taught in the English language, with the exception of Italian language courses. Faculty members are highly qualified and come from diverse international and professional backgrounds. AUF’s copyrighted educational model is based on integration and experiential learning. AUF is the only institution in Italy whose academic divisions feature community projects where students are engaged in the local community. Projects include a school restaurant, pastry shop, spa, guest apartments, fashion retail store, botanical retail store, entrepreneurial lab, publishing house, two exhibition galleries, and a community center open to all residents and visitors. Students can choose courses from many academic disciplines and their related departments and courses.

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Study Abroad
in Florence, Italy

Visiting students can participate in study abroad sessions throughout the year in the fall, spring, and summer.

fall or spring

Study Away:
TuttoToscana

AUF’s TuttoToscana program is a unique opportunity for engaging in programming that features international, US-based locations. 

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Gap Year

AUF Gap Year Programs go beyond the concept of “spending a year abroad” by offering options that are both focused and flexible for diverse participants.

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Special Programs

Group and faculty-led programs can be developed year-round for groups of all sizes and students of all ages, drawing on elements from AUF academic divisions and Community Engagement Member Institutions

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Enrichment Programs

AUF offers several non-credit enrichment programs for a specialized learning experience in addition to its for-credit academic sessions. 

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