Palazzo Rucellai is in the very heart of Florence, and the city center is in many ways the Institute's campus. The language lab includes the outdoor markets and shops; the cultural centers can be found in the palaces and piazzas; the cafeteria consists of the many trattorias, pizzerias and cafes, and the library includes the Uffizi Gallery and the Medici Chapels. Within walking distance of the Institute, students can explore the rich collections of more than thirty museums and numerous churches and palaces, or simply absorb the beauty of the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and the view from the Piazzale Michelangelo.

The Institute at Palazzo Rucellai provides a study abroad program firmly rooted in the American liberal arts tradition and internationally recognized for quality and service. The program brings together students and faculty from colleges and universities worldwide to learn amidst the historical and cultural treasures of Italy.