Orientation is meant to familiarize students not only to Firenze Arti Visive but also to the beautiful city of Florence and will take place over several days upon your arrival in Florence.

Students arriving at Amerigo Vespucci Airport in Florence are met by a Firenze Arti Visive representative, given housing information and keys, and sent by taxi to apartments. All students traveling independently please check in at the Firenze Arti Visive main building at Palazzo Antinori Corsini, between 9:00 am-6:00 pm to receive housing information and apartment keys.

During the evening there is a welcome reception with a light dinner buffet so students can meet each other and talk with staff and faculty.

The following days will include meeting with the Studio Director for a general informational meeting at the beautiful Palazzo Antinori Corsini. Information will include an introduction to Firenze Arti Visive and topics on the customs and culture in Italy. Many of the issues discussed will cover the adjustments to living in Italy.

The completion of forms for the questura registration. Please remember to bring your passport, photographs, and financial and insurance information.

There is a walking tour throughout the city pointing out the main Florentine monuments, art and photo supply stores, markets, post office, how to change money, purchase bus tickets, and other practical information.

Students complete class registration and have a full-immersion weekend with housemates as students begin to discover the incredible city of Florence.