Italy: WorldStrides at American University Rome
Study abroad in Italy at the American University of Rome.
Rome is a bustling metropolis that puts an enormous wealth of ancient history and modern culture at your fingertips. Study Italian language and get credit towards Business, Communications, Film, Critical Media and Cultural Studies, History, Political Science, English, Religion, and more!
American University of Rome is a small, internationally-recognized liberal arts institution with a diverse faculty and student body.
Why study abroad in Italy?
“This past semester, studying abroad in Rome has been some of the most significant times of my life and the highlight of my collegiate experience. I am incredibly thankful for this learning opportunity, as it was academically and culturally enriching.” - Rollins Study Abroad Alum
Courses
- REQUIRED COURSES: One Italian language course (either Italian Language 101 for 4 credits, OR Italian Language and Culture for 3 credits) AND a 1-credit academic field trip course: "Food and (Multi)Culture in Italy" in Turin are required. The full cost of this course will be included as part of your standard Rollins tuition fee.
- 3-4 Additional Courses (3 Credits): Apart from Italian, all courses are taught in English. Some of the courses at AUR include activities/excursions in Rome as part of their coursework for an extra cost.
- Students must take a minimum of 15 credits on this program!
- Foreign Language Competency WARNING: Italian 101 in Rome does not fulfill the Rollins Foreign Language Competency.
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Housing & Meals
- All students live in shared, fully furnished apartments with 2-3 double bedrooms, lounge/living room, kitchen, and bathroom(s) in the neighborhoods of Trastevere, Monteverde, and Gianicolense within a 30-minute commute of AUR and conveniently located for public transportation.
- The buildings are not student housing; students live in apartment buildings with local Romans in neighborhoods that are not touristy and feature local markets, shops, cafes and restaurants.
- Students buy groceries and cook in their shared kitchens. There is no meal plan for this program. Cheap Eats Out and Easy Make-it-Yourself Meals.
Student Life
- ISA plans cultural activities, such as meeting locals and practicing Italian, sampling Italian cuisine, and participating in local festivals and events.
- Students have access to activities through AUR’s Student Life Office and clubs such as Film, Yoga, Spoken Word, and Sports Clubs.
- ISA includes day and overnight excursions to locations of interest in Italy. Excursions vary term-to-term, with past locations include the island of Capri, the town of Sorrento, the ruins in Pompeii, Florence and the Chianti region, and the medieval hill towns of central Italy.
- The required 1-credit course also includes a weekend excursion.
Costs
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Program Fee
Most Rollins financial aid and scholarships will apply to the semester abroad.
Tuition: $31,475
Housing: $5,315
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Also Includes
Orientation, some activities and excursions, program administration, and emergency insurance.
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Scholarships
Scholarships based on financial need are available to off-set costs associated with international airfare and other costs associated with study abroad. Students can apply for scholarships through the Rollins program application. Students can apply for additional scholarships through the ISA website.
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Living and Working
Having a credit card while abroad is very helpful. Italy has a comparable cost of living to the United States. Students can work part-time on a student visa while in Italy.
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