ADMISSIONS
AUF serves an international and richly diverse study body represented by all corners of the world. An average of 35-45 nationalities represented each academic year. As a free-standing, private, non-profit, and non-denominational institution, AUF upholds a non-discriminatory stance to maintain cultural diversity and integrity. Admissions requirements are clearly stated for each program and can be consulted in the academic catalog and online.
AUF seeks program candidates who are inquisitive, internationally-minded, and committed to making an impact through their course of studies on the local landscape of Florence and Italy. Candidate profiles are currently reviewed for high school graduates seeking associate’s and bachelor’s degree opportunities, transfer students transitioning to bachelor’s degree studies, and university graduates applying to master’s degree pathways. Beyond standard admissions criteria outlined in the Academic Catalog and Admissions requirements, the institution encourages students who are ready to embrace the engagement-based model to apply and partake in an academic endeavor that will transform both the student and the local community in a stimulating environment.
Admissions processes are handled by the Admissions Office. Please refer to the admissions area of the AUF website for the application form and detailed program and applicant criteria, costs, payment methods, and processes.
Applications are rolling, meaning that AUF accepts applications on a continuous basis; the first to arrive and be approved will be the first to be enrolled in the program chosen. If a program does not reach the minimum number of enrollments required, the institution may reduce the number of hours of some courses.
STUDY VISA AND PERMESSO DI SOGGIORNO
It is the student's responsibility to obtain the study visa. Study visas may be required depending on student nationality and period of study. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministero degli Affari Esteri) outlines the requirements and procedures for when a visa is required. These regulations are subject to change according to the decisions of the Italian government. The Ministry's website may be consulted in English for further information, which includes a query according to nationality/residence to determine whether a visa is necessary: vistoperitalia.esteri.it/home/en
Visas are obtained at the Italian consulate covering your area of residence.
Consulates require a series of documents in order to issue the study visa. Among these documents, AUF provides the following: letter of enrollment and international insurance coverage, if students do not have their own coverage for studying and living abroad (this must be specified on the application form).
TRANSFER CREDITS
For degree programs, the following number of maximum credits may be transferred to AUF programs. A minimum grade of C is required for credit transfers.
- 90 semester credits for four-year bachelor's degree programs. At least 30 credits must be completed at AUF.
- 36-54 semester credits for the AA / 2-Year Certificate Career programs.
- A maximum of 6 credits for master’s degree programs.
Transfer credits from other institutions are only accepted for coursework successfully completed within the last 10 years for undergraduate transfers and 5 years for graduate-level transfers.
PROGRAM COSTS
AUF tuition and related expense estimates can be found below for the academic year. The actual expenses incurred by students may be higher or lower than the estimated amount and the below is intended as a guide to planning your post-secondary university education. Tuition and other related academic costs are payable to AUF, most others are privately incurred. Lodgings are available in conjunction with tuition.
Tuition Guarantee: In order to facilitate student planning and budgeting, AUF guarantees the tuition rate as released per academic year in the application form for the students' course of study. Students must maintain full time status and remain in good financial, academic, and disciplinary standing.
Estimated Costs of Attendance for an Academic Year (full-time):
Tuition per credit (students typically take 15 credits per semester, 30 per year)
- Undergraduate 250 euros
- Graduate 430 euros
Housing and Meal Plan (single room supplement, 1600 euros) 7,420 euros
Application fee 120 euros
Application processing fee 100 euros
Student Services fee 440 euros
Library fee 80 euros
Residency/Immigration expenses 155 euros
Books/Supplies (variable) 650 euros
Personal expenses (variable) 2,500 euros
Travel expenses (variable) 1,250 euros
Total Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance:
Undergraduate 21,415 euros
Graduate 25,615 euros
TUITION BENEFITS
AUF actively seeks to maintain program accessibility for its student body, and tuition benefits are reviewed on a regular basis by the institution’s Executive Committee.
The following categories of benefits are available to students:
Tuition Benefits
AA & BA Scholarships
Financial Aid Payment Plans for AA & BA Programs
External Scholarships
Further details can be found online.
ALUMNI
AUF’s Alumni Association is available for professional networking, informative, and updating purposes. The association is a main supporter of alumni opportunities such as reunions, activities, academic conferences, or employment opportunities. The alumni site features a members-only area for upcoming opportunities.