CUA in Rome Information Session Schedule

Dates
Fall Semester: August 28 - December 13, 2009
Spring Semester: January 8 - May 9, 2010

Description
From the excavations of Ancient Rome to the bustling and often stifling modern traffic, Rome is one of the great cities of the world, with a wealth of historical and cultural sites. The Catholic University of America Rome Education Abroad program offers students an introduction to the riches of Rome and of its place in the development of Western culture. Students have the opportunity to live in one of the most influential cities of the ancient world.

CUA in Rome offers two different study tracks to choose from: an Italian Immersion track which focuses on Italian language and includes homestay accommodations, and a Liberal Arts track which focuses on the history and culture of Rome and includes dormitory accommodations. Classes in both tracks meet on-site throughout the city, utilizing the art and architecture of Rome as a part of the program material. Two overnight educational excursions are included in the semester (destinations vary by semester).

More specific program information

• Courses

  • Students take a total of five courses during the semester, and may choose one of two tracks:

    • The Italian Immersion track includes two 3-credit intensive Italian language courses, taught for the first eight weeks, and three 3-credit liberal arts courses.

    • The Liberal Arts track includes one 3-credit Italian Language course and four 3-credit liberal arts courses.

  • Liberal Arts Courses
    The liberal arts courses are taught throughout the semester in English by the Rome Program Director and local professors. They are chosen from five options in theology, art history, philosophy, history, and literature.

    • Fall Courses

    • Spring Courses

  • Italian Language Courses
    Language courses are taken at Italiaidea, a well-known language school located near Rome's Spanish Steps. It is recommended that students take at least one Italian class before beginning study in Rome; however, beginners are also welcome. Those who have some background in the language will take a language placement test to determine their language proficiency. Students with previous coursework in Italian language will need to visit the Modern Languages department prior to going to Rome.

  • Students can request a Minor in Italian Studies only by consulting with Italian Studies advisor, Prof. Stefania Lucamante (lucamante@cua.edu).

  • Credits: Undergraduate only, 15 credits, 5 courses

• Calendar

  • Fall 2009 Calendar

  • Spring 2010 Calendar

• Arrival

  • Arrival Information and Orientation Schedule

• Housing

  • Students participating in the Italian Immersion track will live with local host families, allowing an opportunity to fully immerse themselves in Italian culture. The host family option includes breakfast and dinner 4 days a week.

  • Students on the Liberal Arts track will live in university owned dormitories, with an equivalent number of meals covered.

  • Both options include access to a computer lab, small library, and common room. Please read carefully the details in the link below to gain a better idea of what to expect.

  • Details

• Facilities

  • The CUA Rome campus is located within a beautiful 19th-century building owned by the Vincentians, The Congregation of the Mission, a religious order founded by St. Vincent de Paul. Through a partnership with St. John's University, CUA has access to modern classrooms, a student lounge, computer lab, and a small library.

  • Details

• Cost

  • CUA tuition and a $5,000 program fee to cover most overseas expenses. Round-trip airfare, some meals, passport, Italian stay permit (permesso di soggiorno) fees, and personal expenses are not included.  Contact CUAbroad for an estimated cost breakdown sheet.

  • What's Included:
       • Tuition
       • Housing and 9 meals per week
       • Student Visa
       • Organized field trips
       • International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
       • On-site orientation and all pre-departure advising and services in the US.
       • Emergency evacuation insurance
       • An official CUA transcript for non-CUA participants

• Contacts

  • Rome Contacts

Eligibility
Applicants must have completed three semesters of college-level study by the time the program begins, enrolled full-time at the time of application and in good academic standing, and not on disciplinary probation. A minimum cumulative G.P.A. requirement is 2.8. Prior knowledge of Italian is encouraged, but not required.
 

How to Apply
All applicants must follow the CUAbroad application guidelines and submit the CUAbroad online application with all required supplementary documentation.  For details, please click on the How to Apply guidelines link.

Additional application materials to submit to CUAbroad:

• One additional passport-size photograph (Three total)

• Rome housing Form

  
  
  Deadlines
  Fall Semester 2010: March 1, 2010 (Priority)
                                March 31, 2010 (Final)
  Spring Semester 2010: October 1, 2009 (Priority)
                                    October 31, 2009 (Final)
  
  
  Questions? Contact Dr. David Dawson Vasquez, Program Director
                               Madison Bolls, CUAbroad Program Manager