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Istituto Lorenzo de Medici (IDM)
Instituto Lorenzo de Medici, Via Faenza, 43 - 50123, Florence, Italy, Firenze
4.03 / 5 based on 150 reviews.
Description:
Located in the heart of Florence, the Lorenzo de' Medici school has been providing Italian language and cultural instruction to foreign students since 1972. With 24 years of experience, the Institute has perfected a method of teaching Italian not only to students from all over the world, but also to those whose professions require a special knowledge of Italian. The School is a member of FEDE (Federation of European Schools ) and was one of the first schools to become a member of the ASILS (Association of Schools for Italian as a Second Language).
86% of students recommend
150 reviews
150 Expenses reviews of Istituto Lorenzo de Medici
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by sijndri, University of Iowa, Iowa City, United States
Fine Art (Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking), University Agreement
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I hardly ever used the telephone; everyone I wanted to contact was either within walking distance, I would see daily at school, or lived in my building. Food was cheaper than at home, since I mostly cooked for myself and rarely went out to eat, except for small, inexpensive meals. Housing was just a bit more expensive than where my home university was - but in general, the rent I paid in Florence was much less than I would pay in a large American city. Nightlife was inexpensive as well, since I mostly visited inexpensive pubs and cafes, and not clubs. Travel was definitely the most expensive thing on my agenda - but I only traveled during breaks, so this probably broke even with the amount that I spend on gas money every day in the United States. Train tickets at the time were not very expensive - what gets expensive while traveling is eating in restaurants, hotels or hostels per night, and entrance fees at any public or private point of interest that you may visit. Travel, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Overall: was the same price as at home. Food, Nightlife, Telephone: was less expensive than at home.
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Cost-saving tips: most apartments rented to students are fully furnished, so it's not necessary to buy household items. Cook your own meals, do your own grocery shopping, and walk when you can - as opposed to using public transportation (which is cheap in Italy, but still costs something). Visit points of interest on a free day of the week, or get in with a discount student rate. Stay in the cheapest hotels and hostels, since this is where most students are, anyway - and they're usually clean and safe as long as you don't bring anything valuable and always keep your money and passport with you at all times. Also, don't take too many side-trips. There is usually a great deal to discover in the city where your studies are located. Save money for longer trips you can take during school breaks. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by cfrank, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, United States
Business Studies, University Agreement
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I traveled as often as possible - taking a study trip to Bruxelles and a school trips to Rome and the Umbria region, in addition to a bunch of shorter trips in the Tuscan region. Going out was about the same; my Italian friends drank a lot less than my American friends. I ate out more - because the food was so good! But found the grocery stores (like Standa) very reasonably priced. And the foods are much fresher (and better!) than we have in the States. Travel, Telephone: was more expensive than at home. Food, Nightlife, Overall: was the same price as at home. Housing: was less expensive than at home.
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I used my home ATM card to withdraw foreign curreny. Once when a visa connection of some sort was down for a couple of weeks, I got a cash advance with my AMEX card from the AMEX office in Florence. It's difficult to find household items, for example, hangers (people generally get them in Italy when they buy clothes & there's no Target to run to for cheap household goods). The school has limited Internet access in their library as do many Internet sites around the city. Most "textbooks" were cheap photocopies of textbooks and/or readings, depending on the teacher. I didn't spend nearly as much on books in Florence as I did at home in the States. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Erika, University of Iowa, Iowa City, United States
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The cost of living compared to the American cost of living is much different which is why I spent less on the basics but I had the opportunity to travel more which is why I spent more on travel but it was still relatively less expensive. Travel: was more expensive than at home. Food, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was less expensive than at home.
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In Italy going out to eat can be a lot more expensive. I would recommend eating at home if you have a kitchen and when you travel buy to go items from the grocery store to save money for more exciting things. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by katherine, University of Iowa, Iowa City, United States
Communication and Information Sciences, Independent
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I did a lot more of these categories while I was abroad. For example, I do not travel as much at home as I did in Italy. Food, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Nightlife: was the same price as at home. Travel: was less expensive than at home.
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I was prepared for the financial situation. Just keep an eye on the exchange rate. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Allison, University of Georgia, Athens, United States
Journalism, University Agreement
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I felt like I would only see these thing or get to eat these things at this time in my life so why not spend the money. Food, Travel, Nightlife, Overall: was more expensive than at home. Telephone, Housing: was the same price as at home.
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Don't eat out all the time. Learn recipes and cook for yourself at home occasionally. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by RORYM8980, Trinity University, San Antonio, United States
Business Studies, University Agreement
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I traveled a lot while abraod...but that was the whole reason that I came to Italy was to see everything...so I didn't minding spending all my money! Travel: was more expensive than at home. Food, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was the same price as at home.
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Just try to keep a budget to keep you online This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Christopher, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
Language, University Agreement
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The rate of the euro against the dollar. Also, imports and exports cost differently then at home. Nightlife, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Food, Overall, Telephone: was the same price as at home. Travel: was less expensive than at home.
Personal comments:
Be willing to travel to the city outskirts in order to shop from a supermarket that you're used to in the states. There's none in the city center but you'll save much more by walking 30 minutes to it and taking the bus back with your groceries. Buying from the mom & pop corner store in a pinch is alright but it can get expensive. Also, seek out the markets that the locals go to to get produce and meats cheap. Also, this is Italy, reduce the urge to spend insanely on clothes and shoes. Have a few drinks before going out as well to stem the cost of nightlife. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Magaly, Bentley College, Waltham, United States
Language, Erasmus
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I spent a lot more in travelling because I had great interest in seeing new places in Europe which lead me to travel every weekend for the 4 months i was there. Travel, Overall, Telephone: was more expensive than at home. Food, Nightlife, Housing: was the same price as at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by beckie, Goddard College, Plainfield, United States
Design (Fashion, Graphic, Industrial, Web), University Agreement
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As I stated before the accommodation was expensive due to the nature of the set up. Nightlife was a little high cost because I like to fully enjoy myself when out, but depending on where I chose to go I could spend quite affordably. Nightlife, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Food, Travel, Overall, Telephone: was the same price as at home.
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I was receiving money by western Union which asseses a charge each time. Using common sense and staying away from high tourist traffic areas saves much money in the long run. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by annasmf, Drake University, Des Moines, United States
Language, University Agreement
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travel expences add up and are unnoticed. Also i wanted to have souviners form all the countries. Travel, Overall, Telephone: was more expensive than at home. Nightlife, Housing: was the same price as at home. Food: was less expensive than at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Ia, The Tbilisi State Academy of Arts, Tbilisi, Georgia
Design (Fashion, Graphic, Industrial, Web), Independent
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because everything is more expencive then in my country Food, Travel, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home.
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no This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by lauren03, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, United States
Language, Cultural Experiences Abroad
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I went out at night a lot more, and it is more expensive for drinks, I also went out to eat a lot. Food, Travel, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home.
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Wine is very cheap there. Make dinner at home if possible. Do not shop too much This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by L, Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT, United States
History, Independent
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Exchange rate is bad for Americans. I blew my entire savings account on shopping and travel. But, you can find cheap things there like amenities and clothing. Food: was the same price as at home. Travel, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was less expensive than at home.
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easyjet.com This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by fletcher, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY, United States
Fine Art (Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking), Independent
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I didn't explore any work options Personal spending habits:
my activities were different Travel, Nightlife, Telephone: was more expensive than at home. Overall, Housing: was the same price as at home. Food: was less expensive than at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by heyalexa, University of Texas, Austin, Austin, United States
Radio/TV Broadcasting, University Agreement
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Personal savings A private grant Work opportunities:
It was not legal for me to work Personal spending habits:
things were more expensive Food, Travel, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by J, University of Chicago, Chicago, United States
History, Independent
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um look at the exchange rates, you better have a ton of $$ Food, Travel, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home.
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...cost saving would be to shop at local markets This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Gianna, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Madison, United States
Design (Fashion, Graphic, Industrial, Web), Drake University
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I wanted to make the most of my time Travel, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Nightlife: was the same price as at home. Food: was less expensive than at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by LeMoynePhil, LeMoyne College, Syracuse, United States
Language, University Agreement
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I didn't explore any work options Personal spending habits:
Travel: was more expensive than at home. Food, Nightlife, Overall, Housing: was the same price as at home. Telephone: was less expensive than at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Brie427, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
Art, University Agreement
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I didn't explore any work options Personal spending habits:
Food, Travel, Overall, Telephone: was more expensive than at home. Nightlife, Housing: was the same price as at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by angel25, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, United States
Radio/TV Broadcasting, coast college
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Nightlife, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Food, Travel, Overall, Telephone: was the same price as at home.
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none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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