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In 1975, SACI founder Jules Maidoff’s vision was to create the most stimulating and challenging experience for art students seeking to spend an important part of their education in the world famous city of Florence, Italy. The dream that lies at the heart of Studio Art Centers International – as evident in the name of the institution itself – is to bring together, within a haven of academic excellence, people from every part of the globe: the cultural exchange between students from all geographic regions is one we believe to be essential for the formation of artists, art historians, designers and art conservators. Our belief has always been that education in the arts should not be limited by political, ethnic or religious boundaries.
This is why SACI is deeply proud to have welcomed, over the course of the last 37 years, students from over 65 countries worldwide. From Norway to South Africa, from Australia to Mexico, from Japan to Egypt.
SACI has changed the lives and formation of thousands of talented individuals.
On the map above, all countries colored in red are those from which SACI has welcomed its alumni.
If you are from one of these countries and are considering applying to SACI, it would be our pleasure, whenever possible, to put you in contact with our alumni in your country, so that you may speak with them about what the SACI experience signified in their own formation.
If you are from one of the countries in white on the map above, SACI would be equally delighted to receive your application: what could be more exciting than you being the very first student to represent your country within our international community?
Whatever your geographic area may be, our admissions staff will always do its very best to assist you through the admissions process and answer any questions you may have. Please contact the SACI Admissions office at admissions@saci-florence.edu or call (1) 212-248-7225 during SACI New York business hours of 9-5 EST.
The following textual elements illustrate in depth the requirements for international students looking to study at Studio Art Centers International. To read the specific information, simply click on the title of your choice:
General application requirements for SACI applicants are listed in the Admissions section. In addition to these requirements, students not enrolled in US institutions should also adhere to the following guidelines. All documents should be submitted in English, or with official English translations.
When you begin the online admissions process you will create a username and password to establish a SACI account which you can access to check on the status of your application. Once your application and application fee are submitted, we will email you to confirm receipt of your application and to confirm the support materials we are requesting for your desired program.
These materials are the following:
For students currently enrolled in an educational institution:
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Apply online and pay $70 USD application fee
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Official Transcripts, translated and evaluated with US educational equivalency
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Proof of English Proficiency
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Study Abroad Advisor Form (in English)
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Passport photographs (5 for fall/spring/academic year, 2 for late spring/summer)
For students NOT currently enrolled in an educational institution:
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Apply online and pay $70 USD application fee
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Official Transcripts, translated and evaluated with US educational equivalency
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Proof of English Proficiency
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One Letter of Recommendation (in English)
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Personal Essay
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Passport photographs (5 for fall/spring/academic year, 2 for late spring/summer)
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Students already enrolled in (or graduated from) post-secondary institutions must send copies of their transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. High school graduates who are not already attending post-secondary institutions must submit sealed official transcripts from their high school.
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All academic transcripts and secondary school leaving certificates submitted must be official copies or certified copies bearing the original stamps, seals, and signatures of the issuing institution's designated officials.
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Transcripts and official documents not issued in English need to be translated and evaluated for US educational equivalency, and submitted with the official academic documents.
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The minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) requirement is 2.7 on a 4.0 scale, an average "B-" grade (A-F scale), or the equivalent.
If you do not attend a US educational institution AND English is not your first language, it will be required that you submit results of an English proficiency exam. English language proficiency can be demonstrated by achieving the appropriate score on one of the following assessments:
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TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - score of 500 PBT (paper based test), 173 CBT (computer based test), or 60 IBT (internet based test)
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IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - score of 5.5 or higher
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Michigan Test - score of 78 or better
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APIEL (Advanced Placement International English Language) - grade 3 or higher
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English for Norway - level 4
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English for Sweden - grade VG
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TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) - score 800 or better
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University of Cambridge - British Council - with a grade of C or better
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STEP (Society for Testing English Proficiency) - score 2A or better
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PTE (Pearson Test of English) - score 53 or better
Individuals who are enrolled in a degree program from an accredited institution in the U.S. or another English speaking country are exempt from English language proficiency requirements.
If you plan to apply credits earned at SACI to the institution you are currently enrolled in, please submit the SACI Study Abroad Advisor Form showing your Advisor approves your course selection.
If you are not currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution, please request a recommendation, preferably from an individual familiar with your academic work. You may use the SACI Letter of Recommendation form.
SACI offers a generous amount of scholarships to particularly worthy students, with the hope of aiding talented young individuals in their studies, especially when coming from financially problematic situations or conditions.
All applicants for fall and spring semesters may apply for scholarships which are awarded based on a combination of merit and demonstrated financial need. For a complete list of requirements and scholarships offered visit Scholarship information.
Applicants who are ineligible to apply for US federal aid may complete a SACI International Student Financial Information Questionnaire. To determine your eligibility for US federal aid please visit http://studentaid.ed.gov/eligibility/basic-criteria
