Istituto Lorenzo de' Medici (LdM)

Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM) is one of the most distinctive and well-established study abroad institutions in Italy. At LdM, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in local culture, as well as formal studies in liberal arts, design, and creative studies, which are taught in English at LdM’s two locations: Florence and Tuscania.

LdM aims to foster the development of professional skills and intellectual growth necessary for undertaking creative and intellectual inquiries. This evolution is achieved through the study of the artistic traditions of the masters while embracing a culture of innovation and change. By building an expressive language, students acquire a refined set of tools for personal awareness, expression, and creativity.

At-A-Glance

What
Global Partner
Where
  • Florence, Italy
  • Tuscania, Italy
When

Final dates announced on school’s website.

Spring Semester

January — May

Fall Semester

August — December

Who
Open to RISD students
Eligible RISD Departments
  • Painting
  • Film/Animation/Video
  • Photography
  • Printmaking
  • Sculpture
  • Ceramics
  • Architecture
  • Apparel Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Interior Architecture
  • Jewelry + Metalsmithing
  • Industrial Design
Links

Institute Website
LdM Florence
LdM Tuscania
Course Schedules
Application Information
Academic Calendar

Spring Semester Application Deadlines
RISD Deadline: Oct 1, 2024
School Deadline: Nov 24, 2024
Fall Semester Application Deadlines
RISD Deadline: Jun 15, 2024
School Deadline: Apr 1, 2024
Academic Credits
Minimum 12 RISD credit equivalency
Instruction Language

Full English instruction

National Institute of Design (NID)

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The entire RISD application process will be completed using an online application portal. Apply the semester before you plan to attend.

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