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Discover with WorldStrides: Filmmaking or Acting for Film at New York Film Academy Florence (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Florence, Italy
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2026 11/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission 02/13/2026 05/09/2026

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Type: Program Provider Areas of Study: Acting/Performance Art, Film
Minimum Class Standing: Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore GPA Requirement: 2.5
Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Apartment, Home Stay, Other
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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