Studio Arts College International (SACI) is more than an opportunity to study abroad program in the birthplace of the Renaissance: it’s an experience you will carry with you, in your career and throughout your life.
Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), SACI offers a wide range of innovative, hands-on graduate and undergraduate programs in traditional and contemporary studio arts, design, conservation, art history, and Italian language and culture.
Surrounded by the great masterpieces of another age and a lively community of contemporary artists, studying at SACI is not only an opportunity to discover what came before you, but to be part of a vibrant culture that is overflowing with artistic life.
Begin a creative journey that will prepare you to succeed in the competitive art world. Many partial scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate study at SACI. We offer an easy online application process that you can use to submit and check on the status of your application.Thank you for joining us for our latest edition of Open Studios!
ProgramsMFA in Communication DesignInvestigate the evolution of communication design from its roots in Western visual conventions to current trends and processes, in a U.S.-accredited master’s degree program in Florence, Italy.
ProgramsMFA in PhotographyEarn your master’s in photography studying abroad in the heart of Florence in a hands-on MFA program that lets you experience the unique photographic, artistic, and cultural resources of Italy and Europe.
ProgramsMFA in Studio ArtSACI'S MFA in Studio Art program is a challenging, hands-on study abroad program that immerses you in the rich artistic and cultural resources of Italy and Europe.
ProgramsMA in Art HistoryStudy abroad in the birthplace of the Renaissance in a U.S.-accredited art history graduate program that immerses you in the artistic heritage of Italy and Europe.
ProgramsPost-Baccalaureate Certificate in ConservationPursue one year of intensive conservation graduate study in a hands-on, U.S.-accredited post-baccalaureate program in Florence, Italy.
ProgramsPost-Baccalaureate in Studio ArtPursue a year of intensive studio art graduate study in Florence, Italy in an accredited post-baccalaureate program designed for U.S. college or university graduates and international students.
ProgramsAcademic Year / Semester AbroadStudy abroad for a year or a semester at the oldest and most prestigious U.S. art school in Florence. We offer a wide range of unique and challenging courses in studio arts, design, conservation, art history, and Italian culture and language.
ProgramsLate Spring & Summer StudiesSACI’s late spring and summer programs offer the chance to experience Florence at its best, and include a wide range of study and cultural opportunities that will elevate your art and enrich your life.
ProgramsGap Year ProgramGain real-world experience beyond the classroom and return home more motivated, focused, and prepared for your first year of college.
ProgramsVenice ProgramSpend a month studying abroad in Venice in this unique six-credit program that lets you to take part in one of the world’s most famous and prestigious contemporary art events—the Venice Biennale.
ProgramsNon-Credit StudiesEnroll at SACI as a non-credit student and take one class selected from our courses in studio art, design, art conservation, art history, and Italian language.
