Accredited academic programs for university students seeking a transformative semester or summer in one of the world's most beautiful cities.
Neca Florence was founded to give university students a high-quality, U.S.-accredited academic experience in Florence, Italy — combining rigorous coursework with direct immersion in Italian art, history, and culture.
Our small class sizes and expert local faculty ensure every student receives personal attention, while our central location puts the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza del Duomo, and all of Tuscany right at your doorstep.
Whether you plan to spend a full semester or a summer in Italy, we have a program designed to meet your academic goals and schedule.
Full academic semester in Florence — typically Fall or Spring — with a wide selection of courses transferable to your home university. The complete Italian immersion experience.
Learn More →An intensive 6 to 8-week summer program ideal for students who want to study in Florence without missing a full semester at home. Courses in art, history, Italian language and more.
Learn More →Tailored programs for individual students or groups with specific academic requirements. We work directly with your university to design the ideal course load and schedule.
Learn More →Our curriculum spans a broad range of disciplines, all taught in the unique context of Florence and Tuscany. Browse our subject areas below.
Studying abroad in Florence was the most transformative experience of my academic life. The art history courses aren't just lectures — they happen inside the actual museums and churches we were studying.
I came for one semester and learned more about myself and about Italian culture than I could have imagined. The faculty are passionate, the city is extraordinary, and the support from the program team was outstanding.
The summer program was perfectly structured — intense enough to earn real credits, but with enough time to explore Florence and take weekend trips to Siena, Rome and Cinque Terre. Absolutely unforgettable.
NECA is at students' disposal for further information about programs, courses, and for the Fall and Spring semesters, as well as to give students importat tips about how to live in Florence.
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