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The Wells College Florence Program offers a unique opportunity to study and live in Florence, Italy's most important and dynamic cultural center. The thousands of students, from more than 200 American colleges and universities, who have participated in the Wells College Florence Program have praised it for its efficient organization, the excellent personal, academic and logistical support, the close and personalized staff-student relationship, the rich and varied curriculum (more than 250 courses), the professionalism and commitment of the faculty, the uniqueness of the one-week Orientation and Culture Immersion in Rome and Florence, the cultural activities and excursions.

"The Wells College Florence Program exceeded my expectations more than I could have imagined." (A.M., Tulane University)

Host Institution

Located in the historical and business center of Florence, Lorenzo de'Medici is the leading private international school in Florence. It occupies ten (10) buildings in the heart of Florence, all within a few minutes from each other. The main building on Via Faenza dates back to the 13th century. Originally a convent, over the years it has been renovated. It has offices, classrooms, facilities for the cooking and wine tasting courses, and a cafe-cafeteria. The Wells College Florence Program's local advisor has her office in the main building.
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Language Requirements

The Wells College Florence Program has no Italian language requirement. All courses, with the exception of Italian language courses, are taught in English. Students with a good knowledge of Italian can, if they wish, take some courses that are taught in Italian.
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"I could not have been more satisfied. I observed several other programs at Lorenzo de' Medici and the Wells College Florence Program was by far the best." (E.N., Davidson College)

Orientation and Cultural Excursions

A week long orientation program introduces you to Italian language and culture as well as giving you an opportunity to meet fellow program participants. Wells College staff from the US and Florence will be with you throughout orientation to provide an overview of what it is like to live in Italy on a daily basis. Of course, they will use the famous sites and museums of Florence and more broadly Italy to introduce the culture in a hands-on way. This is the first step of moving beyond the textbook and learning from experiences.

In addition to your time in Florence, you can expect to visit other important cultural sites and festivals as part of the Wells College program. A particularly highlight is Rome, where you will visit important sites such as the Vatican City, St Peters Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Forum, Capitoline and Palatine Hills, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and other important sights.
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