Florence is one of Europe’s top fashion and design centers. Armani, Versace, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Pucci and Gucci are either head-quartered or have major design and production facilities in Florence. Read more about Italy and Florence.

• Study at the Istituto Europeo di Design (IED)
• Fashion Design and Merchandising courses (taught in English)
• Maximum of 15 credits per semester and 6 credits during summer
• Transcripts issued by IED and/or an accredited university in the USA (see Academics page)
• Cultural field trips in Florence, Milan and Venice
• Affordable comprehensive program fee
• Pre-departure advising and planning
• KEI Onsite Director and 24/7 emergency support

Concentrations

• Fashion Design, Styling & Merchandising

Sessions

• Academic Year (early September to mid June)
• Fall Semester (early September to mid December)
• Spring Semester (early February to mid June)
• Summer Session (early July to late July)