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Discover with WorldStrides: Filmmaking or Acting for Film at New York Film Academy Florence (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Florence, Italy
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior
Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Homestay, Other Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Acting/Performance Art, Film
Program Type: Study Abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:
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Filmmaking or Acting for Film

Whether you're stepping behind the camera or into the spotlight, Florence is the perfect setting to elevate your craft. The New York Film Academy (NYFA) Florence campus offers two specialized tracks in this semester-long program: Filmmaking and Acting for Film.

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Program highlights

  • The Filmmaking path introduces you to the foundational principles of film production. Outside of classes and workshops, you'll spend time writing, location scouting, casting, and editing.

  • The Acting for Film path immerses you in the craft of acting through intensive scene study, monologue work, and on-camera performance training.

  • Gain access to professional resources, including a filming studio, editing suite, cameras, and production equipment.

  • Located just steps from Piazza Santa Croce and built on the ruins of a 2,000-year-old amphitheater, the campus draws students from around the world

  • From cooking classes to film-worthy walks along the Arno, your creative and cultural journeys will unfold together in Florence

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Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

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Meet Gabriella D.

"My Nonno encouraged me to study in Florence because they have incredible programs encouraging artistry and education, and the views, history and architecture are simply incredible. Florence is more like a small town than a big city. It feels like you're in a place you know and love."

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WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!