Study Abroad in Rome: Overview

Program at a glance

Academic year, fall or spring semester (summer session also available)
Open to college sophomores, juniors and seniors
2.5 minimum GPA required
Program fee includes tuition, housing, some meals, London stopover, orientation in Florence, excursions and cultural activities, airfare if selected, trips to Venice and Naples, and more
Courses taught in English in art history, communications, economics, history, international relations, literature, marketing, philosophy, political science and religion.
Internships available in international business and social science.
No previous Italian study required
Mandatory Italian language study at Eurocentres language school during the 3-week orientation in Florence. In addition, all students are required to take an Italian language course during the semester
The local AIFS Resident Director and staff organize cultural activities and housing, act as a liaison between students and the university, and are available 24/7 in case of emergencies
Student visa must be obtained from an Italian consulate before departure
Transcripts issued by Richmond, The American International University in London, a U.S.-accredited university. Transfer of credits easily arranged

Applications for the academic year or fall semester will be accepted on a space available basis. Spring semester applications must be postmarked by October 15.
AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships available. The scholarship application deadlines are April 15 for academic year or fall semester; October 1 for spring semester.