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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 Housing reviews of Istituto Lorenzo de Medici
HOUSING
by L, Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT, United States
History, Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Student Hotel (Medici)
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? Although I love the hotel accoms, I did not connect with the other 10 American exchange students living there; so at first, I was really lonely and depressed. But, I met my friends through classes and my classmates. My friends lived in the program-arranged apartments and it was just a better arrangement. They were cheaper, closer to the classes, and easier to meet people and connect with roomates. Plus, there were no laundry facilities at the hotel, and it's not fun dragging bags of laundry on 2 bus trips and through Florence as creepy men leer at you because your bra has trailed out of the laundry bag....
Personal comments:
Apartments were varied in appearance and size, but all the ones I saw were privately owned and all over the city. People were generally happy with their roommate circumstances and facilities. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Christopher, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
Language, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? It gives me the freedom and flexibility to come and go as I please. It also gives me a personal space in which I can live and focus on my studies. I'm also I very independent person and it provides that sense of independence and forces you to rely upon yourself for living, maturing in the process.
Personal comments:
Any housing offered in Italy needs to be taken with an open mind. Housing in a major city such as Firenze is much different then the housing and utilities we're used to here in the U.S. I thought the location was absolutely amazing, directly in the heart of the city. The utilities and services were exactly what I expected and you're forced to adapt. If you have a low level of adaptability and can't easily adjust to a new culture of living then it could be difficult. You must have an open mind. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by beckie, Goddard College, Plainfield, United States
Design (Fashion, Graphic, Industrial, Web), University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? Being able to live in my own space in a foreign country is absolutely essential to my well being there. I am a very independent person and need to be in control of my situation.
Personal comments:
The only aspect of the accomodation that I found frustrating was the expenses of going through an agency rather than dealing with the landlord directly. Besides that the accommodations were very wonderful. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by sijndri, University of Iowa, Iowa City, United States
Fine Art (Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking), University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? I loved the independence of being able to choose where to live, how much to pay for rent, do my own grocery shopping and housekeeping, and best of all, being able to choose with whom I could live (as housemates).
Personal comments:
I chose not to live in the dormitory provided by the university. While dormitories are a great place to meet other people, I preferred to independently find housemates and an apartment through a housing agency in the city that regularly assists study abroad students. The apartments they offered were diverse in rent and location, but all were in good condition. My housemates and I chose one each semester that was right in the center of the city. I loved being able to live in the middle of the city hub, without having to rely on transportation to and from the dorms, which were futher out from the city's center. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Allison, University of Georgia, Athens, United States
Journalism, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why? I lived with five other American students. I was taking my third Italian class and improved greatly in being able to understand the language I would have learned a lot more had I lived with Italians.
Personal comments:
The housing was great. I just didn't like my roommates. However, what ever you choose I think living with other students or a family is a learning expirence. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by annasmf, Drake University, Des Moines, United States
Language, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? I liked having the independence of my own appartment, not having to be uncomfortable or worry about not coming in late, etc. i would choose to live with Italian people if possible. I roomed with other American girls in florence.
Personal comments:
It was a HUGE appartment in the center of Florence. It was 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, a living room, kitchen, dining room, long hallways and a small porch. It was an amazing apartment and fully furnished too! half a block from the main train station (Santa Maria Novella)and right off of Via Tournaboni (the 5th avenue of FLorence. It was found through an agency - whose name was supplied/ recommended by the program. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Erika, University of Iowa, Iowa City, United States
Language, Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why? I missed having the chance to learn the language in my home. Living with other study abroad students was a small disappointment.
Personal comments:
They varied greatly. I knew some people that were not as lucky as I was. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Michelle, University of Arizona, Tucson, United States
Photography, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why? I feel that I missed out on learning about Italian culture from a family perspective.
Personal comments:
They did a very good job at making sure our saftey was taken into consideration. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Grace, Champlain College, Burlington, United States
Public Relations/Publicity/Advertising, Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? Let's you be a "resident" of the city, aka a local with other Italians.
Personal comments:
It was good, and in a good location to school, downtown, the market, etc. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by cfrank, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, United States
Business Studies, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? It's much cheaper (in my opinion) to find your own housing than to go with a school program's. It's also nice to come & go as you please, and have friends/visitors/family stay over as you like, when you like.
Personal comments:
Most of the housing offered in relation to the ISU program was 2-4 times as expensive as my apartment. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Ia, The Tbilisi State Academy of Arts, Tbilisi, Georgia
Design (Fashion, Graphic, Industrial, Web), Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? In apartament I feel more comfortable
Personal comments:
As much as I chose apartment I can not give any comments about the housing at this university This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by fletcher, Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY, United States
Fine Art (Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking), Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: With a family
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? living with a family was difficult at times
Personal comments:
I heard that students living in dorms had awful accomodation experiences This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by RORYM8980, Trinity University, San Antonio, United States
Business Studies, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: With a family
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? I would like to go back and actually live in Florence on my own after such a wonderful experience last semester
Personal comments:
I enjoyed living with a family. Not only did I learn the language quicker, but they even made amazing meals for me every night! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Suzanne, Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT, United States
Language, Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Home university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? Because it was absolutely fantastic
Personal comments:
The housing situation was great. I had one roomate and a very nice apartment in the center of florence. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by katherine, University of Iowa, Iowa City, United States
Communication and Information Sciences, Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: residential hotel
Arranged by: Independently - My choice
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? To have more independence and to live in a different area than I previously did.
Personal comments:
The housing was ok. However, the staff was very unfriendly at the hotel which made the experience more stressful than it needed to be. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by angel25, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, United States
Radio/TV Broadcasting, coast college
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Home university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? I like my independance and want a realistic experience.
Personal comments:
none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Magaly, Bentley College, Waltham, United States
Language, Erasmus
Personal assessment
Type of housing: With a family
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why? Because living with a family really let me learn the language and the culture.
Personal comments:
I believe we had a great housing agreement, This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by heyalexa, University of Texas, Austin, Austin, United States
Radio/TV Broadcasting, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: With a family
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why? Because I was able to learn the language and immerse myself fully into the culture.
Personal comments:
I found a host family on my own This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by Brie427, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
Art, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Home university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? It allowed for more freedom and independence.
Personal comments:
none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
HOUSING
by J, University of Chicago, Chicago, United States
History, Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? so i could pick the location
Personal comments:
was overall good This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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Couldn't have asked for more.
Pretty good.
Could've been better, but didn't lessen the overall experience.
Disappointing.
