API (Academic Programs International): Rome - Lorenzo de’ Medici – The Italian International Institute (LDM)

The capital of Italy, Rome has always been a cultural and political stronghold and crossroads for people from across the globe. The glorious history of the eternal city can be seen in the form of artwork, exquisite monuments, museums, churches and architecture. One of the grandest sites in Rome is the great Colosseum, which remains an architectural feat in the eyes of modern engineers and has recently been named one of the “Seven Wonders of the Modern World.” The Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and the Basilica of St. Peter are ever-present reminders of the Catholic Church’s historical and religious influence. Rome is also full of picturesque piazzas and famous fountains. Here, Romans and visitors alike can step out of the hustle and bustle of modern Rome and enjoy people-watching over a caffé. For those looking to study in a cosmopolitan city rich with history, art, architecture and diverse people from around the globe, Rome beckons!

Programs in Rome Includes:

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  Semester Business, Arts, Humanities, and Italian Language and Culture: This program is designed for students interested studying abroad in Rome who wish to select courses from a wide variety of disciplines with less emphasis on Italian language. All students must take at least one Italian language course per semester. Italian language courses are taught at all levels (beginning through advanced), while most other courses are taught in English.

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  Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Studies: This program is designed for students interested studying abroad in Rome who wish to take courses from the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). For centuries, Italian researchers have delivered substantial contributions that often resulted in fundamental paradigm-shifts. Rome offers the perfect setting for this integrated exploration of sciences and their histories and allows easy access to other significant locations in science development. The core of the program is a required course on Italy’s contributions to modern sciences. Through the examination of important scientists from the Renaissance to the present, students explore the development of scientific thought and its historical connections. Students can then combine a selection of science courses that can vary each semester. In addition, students may choose among a variety of general education courses. Italian language study is encouraged but no language courses are required. This program also offers a unique international hospital internship opportunity.

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  Summer Business, Arts, Humanities, and Italian Language and Culture: Students who choose to study abroad in Rome with API at Lorenzo de’ Medici – the Italian International Institute (LdM) may take 1 or 2 courses for 3-6 credits per four-week term. Courses are available in a wide variety of subjects, including art, art history, and Italian language, and sciences. Pre-med, pre-nursing, or pre-health students (sophomores and up) have the opportunity to participate in a credit-bearing internship at a local Rome hospital.Semester Business, Arts, Humanities, and Italian Language and Culture in Rome.

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  Maymester Film Studies in Rome: Maymester students will take a course covering Italian film. This course offers students a unique lens in which to study Italian culture from its origins to the present day through the medium of film.