Thousands of international students travel to Italy’s capital every year to deep dive into the art and language and soak up the history.
Study Abroad programs provide an essential supplement to education that equips future leaders in all sectors to address urgent issues shared across cultures. If you are looking to change your perspective, develop skills outside of a classroom setting, and learn more about yourself, all while working toward a university degree in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, explore the study abroad programs on our list below.
Rome City Institute
Rome City Institute was established with a specific student in mind: the student-athlete—someone who views academics and athletics not as opposing forces, but as two sides of the same goal.
The institute follows a U.S.-style academic model, offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as gap year programs for international students. All courses are taught in English, and the faculty includes professionals from both Italian and international universities. While Rome City Institute collaborates with Italian institutions to offer dual-degree recognition in certain programs, its academic framework and campus culture are distinctly rooted in the American higher education tradition.
Temple University
Temple University’s Rome campus was founded in 1966 and is one of the longest-standing American programs in Italy. Students may choose from over 50 degree program courses, with topics ranging from business to visual arts and from biology to hospitality management. The university offers a comprehensive Entry Year Program (TREY) for first-year university students who then continue their next three years at Temple in Philadelphia, USA (founded in 1884), and/or Temple University Japan (Tokyo and Kyoto) campuses, or Study Abroad semester programs for Temple and non-Temple university students. Temple Rome also offers an Adult Study Abroad program for lifelong learners and pre-college workshops for local and international high school students as well as for-credit internships for current students.
Temple is a diverse urban university that combines real-world experience with an outstanding academic program led by faculty who are experts in their field. Temple Rome offers culturally immersive, hands-on learning through for-credit internships and volunteer opportunities, personalized academic advising and student life support staff as well as a wide variety of student activities ranging from cultural labs to site visits and excursions in Rome and beyond. Temple Rome’s tight-knit, welcoming and diverse community of students from all over the world are united by a mission of personal growth, inter-cultural understanding and positive change for the world we live in.
American University of Rome – AUR
Located on the Janiculum Hill, AUR welcomes students from around the world to apply for both short term and semester courses that are accepted by accredited universities in the United States and elsewhere. The objective of the program is to integrate studying abroad into an existing curriculum and guide students in their academic journey in a wide range of subjects, from Archaeology through Business, Film & Digital Media to Italian Culture and Psychology.
St. John’s University
With a wonderful campus in Prati close to the Vatican, this world- class Catholic university offers both undergraduate short- term study abroad programs as well as a Master’s program. Study abroad opportunities are open to students around the world, not only students enrolled at the New York campus. With an emphasis on the advantages a global experience can provide, the study abroad classes are tailored to fulfil credit requirements across a variety of majors.
AIFS Abroad
Looking for a study abroad experience in Rome that includes excursions around Italy? The AIFS abroad programs are specialised in certain areas of study (i.e. European Architecture or European Cinema) and emphasise student welfare.It is possible to earn up to 10 credits through classes offered by the AIFS, with credits awarded by Fairfield University in the United States.
Roma Tre Law School
Set in the vibrant and youthful Ostiense neighbourhood of Rome, The Roma Tre Law School proposes a strong English language law program with a focus on internationalisation and international relations. In addition to offering single courses to students not enrolled in another university, Roma Tre has developed study abroad and exchange programs in partnership with universities in the United States and throughout Europe. A dual-degree program with Nova Southeastern University (Florida), allows students to acquire both a Laurea Magistrale in Giurisprudenza and a US JD degree – a unique opportunity in Italy.
Loyola University Chicago John Felice Rome Center
With a beautiful campus in Monte Mario, Loyola University Chicago John Felice Rome Center is not centrally located but is surrounded by prestigious addresses and greenery. The study abroad program welcomes applications from qualified students enrolled in an accredited, baccalaureate-granting college or university in the United States. The program has more than 60 academic courses each semester available to its study abroad students that are easily transferable to other universities. Here you will find a close knit community aimed at full immersion in Italian culture.
John Cabot University
JCU is an American University in the heart of Rome that offers accredited courses across a wealth of subjects for its study abroad programs. Whether you are looking for quick summer sessions or a full semester curriculum, JCU will guide you in finding courses that spark your interest. With a Cultural Programs Office specifically dedicated to taking advantage of all that Rome and Italy has to offer, the university makes it easy to include activities and trips in your study abroad experience.
