Welcome to the Accademia Europea di Firenze (AEF), a school of arts, language, and Italian culture located in the heart of Florence, between the Duomo and Piazza San Marco, welcoming students from all over the world.

At AEF, we offer three types of programs: Italian Language and Culture, Certificate Programs, and Study Abroad Programs.

At the school, we offer a wide range of courses covering Italian Language and Culture, Art, Music, and Dance.

Discover our irresistible course fees!

• Italian Language Course (2 weeks): Starting from €480
• Italian + Art Course (2 weeks): Starting from €940

For more detailed pricing information, kindly explore the specific course of interest section on our website.

With our two decades of experience in international education, we provide opportunities for you to establish connections with local citizens and create unforgettable memories, becoming active members of Florentine life. AEF's values of respect, community, and sustainability are embedded in our programs.

The Italian Language and Culture programs offer a selection of enriching courses, including Italian + Art, Italian + Culture, and Italian + Music.

Our Italian language courses cater to the different needs of each student, offering group classes (Italiano Insieme), private lessons, online classes, and intensive courses.

Immerse yourself in Italian culture with courses such as Italian History, Italian Cinema, Italian Literature History, Modern Italian Literature, and Theatre History, among others.

Explore your creative side with courses in Dance, Art History, Fashion History, Photography, Painting, Drawing, and more.

Dive into the world of music with courses in Classical Piano, Modern and Jazz Piano, Vocal Techniques, Diction for Singers, Musical Instruments, Opera Direction, Opera Repertoire, and many other inspiring options.

Our Certificate Programs cover a variety of liberal arts and performing arts, including Voice and Opera, Dance, Drawing and Painting. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate to enhance your career prospects.

Experience the magic of studying abroad with AEF's semester and short-term programs. Choose from our Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter programs in Florence.

AEF offers programs built according to the guidelines of the Bologna Process. Each course meets the required quality standards and is assessed in ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System). The ECTS system allows the best European training schools to communicate with the world, ensuring maximum transparency and quality in all aspects of the academic offerings. As an AEF student, you can transfer your credits through Elon University, USA, ensuring seamless integration of your academic achievements. We provide guidance throughout the credit transfer process, recognizing your accomplishments and supporting your academic journey.

AEF offers single and shared apartments with single and double rooms conveniently located within a short distance from the study center.

Accommodation prices start from €595 (double room). For detailed information on accommodation prices, please visit the Accommodation section on our website. Please note that prices are subject to apartment availability for the desired period

During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to select your preferred accommodation option. If we need further information, we will contact you directly.

Florence is a highly sought-after destination, so we recommend that you register and inform us of your accommodation choice as early as possible (at least 90 days before the course start date). This way, we can ensure the best apartments for our students.

AEF offers various services to its students, including academic guidance, visa application assistance, extracurricular activities, learning excursions, and the Student Life Office, which provides full support to students during their stay in Florence.

We are committed to promoting meaningful connections between students and the local community. As part of our co-curricular program, we organize academic activities that take students to museums, art galleries, historical sites, and cultural events. Students also participate in community-based learning initiatives, where they experience Florentine and Italian culture.

You can contact us through WhatsApp, phone, and/or email!

+39 345 530 7473 

+39 055 21 15 99