The Institute at Palazzo Rucellai is an independent study abroad program that is rooted in the American liberal arts tradition and is internationally recognized for quality and service. Located in the heart of the historic center of Florence, the Institute is housed in a 15th century palazzo owned by the Rucellai family. Located on two floors of the historic Palazzo Rucellai, the Institute has large, ornately decorated classrooms, a library, computer lab, and fine arts rooms.

Transcripts for the Institute at Palazzo Rucellai come from Roger Williams University (Bristol, Rhode Island). Roger Williams University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the Association of American College and University Programs in Italy (AACUPI).

The Santa Reparata International School of Art

The Santa Reparata International School of Art is an independent non-profit school that provides accredited academic-year and semester studio art programs, short workshops, and summer classes of the highest calibre. The curricula and class schedules are based on the American University model and are taught in English, however our students come from many countries and cultural backgrounds.

The school is located in an historic 19th century building whose garden was once a part of the first art academy in Italy founded by Lorenzo de Medici, and whose students included the young Michelangelo. The facilities, particularly in printmaking, photography, and computer imaging are some of the finest to be found in Italy. Moreover, because of the diversity of local and internationally recognized instructors,the courses are exciting and challenging. Students wishing to study at Santa Reparata should have a very strong interest in studio art courses and related academics.

Students wishing to transfer credit to their home institutions will receive official transcripts from the University of South Florida. The University of South Florida is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The University of South Florida has an extensive review process for all courses offered at Santa Reparata and provides accreditation for all coursework offered at that institution.