The American University of Rome: Rome - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

Have the time of your life at The American University of Rome! Preparing students from around the world to live and work across cultures, The American University of Rome has been combining the excellent academic attributes of higher education in the U.S. with the historic and global reputation of European institutions for over 40 years, making it the oldest institution of its kind in Europe.

The 16-to-1 faculty ratio at The American University of Rome gives students the opportunity to gain the best possible international education experience, with instruction from both local and international professors. Study abroad students interact with peers from Italy and all over the world, given the mix of Americans, local Italian students, and international students.

AUR’s extensive course offerings go far beyond the broad multicultural base of humanities and art history classes, including choices from areas such as business, communication, film and digital media, international relations, fine arts, religious studies, and Italian studies. Spending a semester, academic year or summer studying at The American University of Rome will give you the opportunity to absorb the city’s vibrancy on a genuine, profound level. Studying in Rome you will gain insight that simply is unavailable to the tourist or short term visitor. A study abroad experience at AUR will allow you to complete your undergraduate degree on-time, help your resumé and transcript stand out, and allow you to challenge yourself fully academically and personally.

At AUR you will also find: · Accommodation in high quality furnished apartments in areas surrounding the campus for a “full immersion” cultural experience · Student-centered focus with a range of clubs, competitive sports and activities · Comprehensive on-site orientation program · “ResGrad” program of peer to peer intercultural and practical mentoring · Vibrant, historic campus in Rome’s most distinctive area, atop the famous Janiculum hill · Current technology, including high speed wireless environment on campus and in student accommodations · Excursions: vibrant destinations, priced with a student’s economy in mind. Destinations include Capri, Tuscany and Pompeii. The academic departments offer exciting and challenging credit course excursions.