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    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

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    6.94 ReviewsItaly
    Programs
    10
    Annual fee
    4,500–16,900 EUR
    In English
    All programs
    Degrees
    Master
    Founded
    2009

    Annual fee is the range across programmes billed per year. Programmes priced for the whole programme are listed on their own pages.

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    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    Classical Art & Digital Design

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    ItalyEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Feb 2027
    Duration
    3 years
    Tuition
    14,500 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    Foundation Year

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    ItalyEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Feb 2027
    Duration
    1 year
    Tuition
    14,500 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    One Year Online Program (E-Learning Independent Mode)

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    OnlineEnglish
    Next Start Date
    September
    Duration
    1 year
    Tuition
    4,500 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    One Year Online Program (E-Learning Mastery)

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    OnlineEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Jan 2027
    Duration
    1 year
    Tuition
    7,800 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    One Year Online Program (E-Learning Premium)

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    OnlineEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Jan 2027
    Duration
    1 year
    Tuition
    12,750 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    Painting and Drawing

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    OnlineEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Jan 2027
    Duration
    4 months
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    Portraiture with Hands (E-Learning Independent Mode)

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    OnlineEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Jan 2027
    Duration
    1 year
    Tuition
    4,500 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    Portraiture with Hands (E-Learning Mastery)

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    OnlineEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Jan 2027
    Duration
    1 year
    Tuition
    7,800 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    Visual Arts

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    ItalyEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Feb 2027
    Duration
    3 years
    Tuition
    14,500 EUR per year
    Florence Classical Arts Academy
    6.9·(4)

    Master in Visual Arts

    Florence Classical Arts Academy

    ItalyEnglish
    Next Start Date
    Sep 2027
    Duration
    2 years
    Tuition
    16,900 EUR per year
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    Why students choose Florence Classical Arts Academy

    • Founded in 2009 — by Director Nadezhda Molugova and a group of academicians
    • Study in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance
    • Accredited by the Region of Tuscany — certified since 2019 under decree n. 3671
    • Approved member of the Art Renewal Center — the leading nonprofit foundation for realist art
    • A quiet neighbourhood a short ride from the UNESCO-listed historic centre

    Introduction

    Florence Classical Arts Academy (FCAA) is a private fine arts academy founded in Florence, Italy. Known for its rigorous training in traditional and classical art techniques, FCAA focuses on developing students' skills in drawing, painting, and sculpture using methods from the Renaissance and 19th-century academic traditions. The academy offers immersive, hands-on programs in classical realism and portraiture, aiming to preserve and pass on the art traditions that have been central to Florence’s cultural history.

    About the University

    Florence Classical Arts Academy provides an intensive, atelier-style education centered on the classical arts. With a curriculum that emphasizes foundational skills, the academy teaches students to master techniques such as anatomical drawing, portraiture, and plein air painting. FCAA’s faculty includes accomplished artists who guide students in honing their craft and exploring their creative potential. The academy attracts a diverse, international community of students passionate about traditional art forms, offering both long-term programs and short courses suited to various levels of experience. Located in Florence, a city known for its art heritage, FCAA provides students with the unique opportunity to study in the heart of one of the world’s most renowned centers for classical art.

    Florence Classical Arts Academy at a glance: 6 facts

    1. Florence Classical Arts Academy lists 10 programmes open to international students.
    2. It was founded in 2009.
    3. Published annual fees run from 4,500 to 16,900 EUR across the programmes billed per year.
    4. 100% of its listed programmes are taught in English.
    5. It awards Master's degrees.
    6. 6 of its programmes can be studied online.

    The 9 cheapest programmes at Florence Classical Arts Academy

    The annual fee (programmes billed per year) the university publishes for international students, lowest first. Programmes priced for the whole programme are left out — a whole-programme fee is not a cheaper year.

    4,500 EUR per year
    4,500 EUR per year
    7,800 EUR per year
    7,800 EUR per year
    12,750 EUR per year
    14,500 EUR per year
    14,500 EUR per year
    14,500 EUR per year
    Master's · 16,900 EUR per year

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    Required documents

    • Curriculum Vitae

    • English Language Certificate

    • Personal Statement

    • Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)

    • Your Photograph

    • Your Graduation Certificate (in English)

    • Your Passport Copy

    Application process

    • Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. Learn more about the application process

    • The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

    • Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

    • After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

    • The university may contact you directly for further questions.

    • We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

    • After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

    • Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

    Florence Classical Arts Academy Reviews

    6.9
    4 ReviewsWrite reviewWrite review
    Location
    6.5
    Accommodation
    6.0
    Food
    7.0
    Student experience
    7.3
    Value for money
    6.8
    Classes
    7.3
    Facilities
    7.3
    Recommend a friend?
    7.0

    Anonymous

    8.0

    Self funded · Lived off campus · Classical Art & Digital Design

    I have studied at this academy for three years, and each year has pushed me beyond what I ever imagined possible. The professors here are truly exceptional they challenge and inspire students in ways that foster real growth. I have no doubt that if I stayed for another three years, the learning and personal development would only continue.

    Reviewed on February 26, 2025

    Anonymous

    6.6

    Self funded · Lived on campus and off campus · Classical Art & Digital Design

    My frustration at times only proves how much I care about this academy. The teachers here are on another level they constantly push you to improve and reach your full potential. If you're serious about learning to draw and paint, this is the place to be in Florence. I've experienced other schools, and nothing compares.

    Reviewed on February 26, 2025

    Anonymous

    6.9

    Self funded · Lived on campus and off campus · Classical Art & Digital Design

    I'm grateful for my time at Florence Classical Arts Academy. Our group was welcomed with genuine hospitality and respect. The training in artistic anatomy was truly valuable, and I deeply appreciate the knowledge and guidance from the teachers. I believe this education will continue to shape and inspire our growth as artists.

    Reviewed on February 26, 2025

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