Rome, Italy — Fall
Discover the ancient wonders of the Eternal City
Don't just study Italian culture—live it. Join us in Rome and make your academic journey an unforgettable odyssey!
Embark on a semester-long adventure in the heart of history, culture and culinary delights with our exclusive study abroad program in Rome. Experience the charm of cobblestone streets lined with centuries-old architecture and lively piazzas buzzing with energy. From wandering through the Colosseum to studying Renaissance art in Vatican City, immerse yourself in a vibrant tapestry of past and present. Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Italian cuisine, master the language of Dante, and forge lifelong friendships with fellow globetrotters. Expand your global perspective and enrich your academic journey with hands-on learning opportunities that only Rome can offer.
Quick Facts
| When | Trip dates are to be determined, but will generally be early September to December. Please check back for updates. |
| Where | Rome, Italy |
| Host Institution | John Cabot University in Rome |
| Program Costs | This year’s program fee is $10,950 and includes housing and some meals; health insurance; various in-country excursions; airport pick-up and drop-off in Rome; John Cabot management, instruction and class space; UD course and program management; and pre-departure orientation and materials. Not included: Airfare to Rome ($1,300), local transportation and UD tuition and fees ($7,020 for residents and $18,840 for non-residents based on current year). Scholarships and awards are available; learn more about financing your trip abroad. |
| Application Deadline | March 10, 2025 |
| Credits | 12–15 |
| Instructional Language | English and Italian |
| Courses | The Rome semester program offers more than three dozen courses in English or Italian available for credit at UD. Visit the fall 2025 Rome program page for a course list, or check with the program director. |
| Program Director | Meredith Ray, 121 Jastak-Burgess Hall, mkray@udel.edu |
Want to know more?
Visit the Languages, Literatures and Cultures booth at the Study Abroad Fair on Monday, February 16, 2024, or join us at an upcoming interest meeting / information session:
- All interest meetings have taken place for this semester. Please contact the program director for more information.
Student Testimonials
Don’t take our word for it — Check out what a UD student had to say!
Hoda Bazzi
Senior majoring in public policy and international relations
"Walking through ancient Rome was amazing. It was raining that day, but that didn’t stop us from seeing the homes of people who lived there, learning about the city buildings, and seeing the entire city from a high point in ancient Rome."
Claire Houghton
Degree: 2024, B.S.N.
"We got to see many famous artists’ works including Michelangelo, Picasso and Van Gogh. We ended the tour by seeing the Sistine Chapel. While we were not allowed to get picture, I will forever have the image of the ceiling in my head."
Mia Carbone
Degree: 2021, B.A. in political science and communication
"Being here the entire semester has already allowed me to go places I never thought I would (Brussels, anyone?), and meet people I never would have."
Jacob Leinenbach
Degree: 2022, B.S. in finance and operations management
"Having taken Italian in school for the past few years has definitely helped since I can speak with some of the locals in their own language, but the language barrier here has not been a problem for me so far because most of the people I’ve interacted with speak both English and Italian."
Paige Sullivan
Degree: 2024, B.S. in global enterprise management
"I have never had a semester where I don’t have class five days a week. This gives me loads of time to walk around Rome exploring, and also time to travel! This week, I focused on my studies and getting my work done during the week because I ended the week with a trip to Paris, France!"
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