ROME, ITALY
JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY

SEMESTER PROGRAM

INTRODUCTION

Sacred Heart University has a sponsored study abroad program at John Cabot University in Rome, Italy. John Cabot combines the academic quality of an independent, accredited university while giving you the services and care of a study abroad program. JCU is an American university so you will find the academic structure similar to a university in the US. John Cabot University faculty, staff and students are proud to be part of an American university overseas with a unique and friendly student population of Italians, Americans, and international students who enjoy the challenges and satisfaction of contributing to a global community dedicated to tolerance, respect, and appreciation for diversity. JCU welcomes you to become a part of their family as you begin your adventure studying abroad.

ABOUT ROME, ITALY

Rome is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the European Union. Visitors come from around the world to see world-famous landmarks such as the Coliseum, the Forum and the Pantheon. Tourists also love to throw three coins into Trevi Fountain, climb the Spanish Steps, or enjoy gelato in Piazza Navona. At Vatican City, you can visit St. Peter's Cathedral and enjoy its fountains, statues and the beautiful church dome. Moreover, at the Vatican Museum, you won't want to miss the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael or the Sistine Chapel. One visit and you’ll be hooked. Rome is a city where you feel cool just strolling through the streets, catching the sunlight on your face outside a café, or eating a long lunch. It’s a place that almost encourages you to take things easy. Don’t feel like going to a museum? What’s the need when it’s all outside on the streets?

JCU STUDY CENTER

John Cabot University is located along the banks of the Tiber River in the vibrant Trastevere quarter, on the grounds of the prestigious Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei, where Galileo worked. A 15-minute walk takes you to the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, and Castel Sant'Angelo, the hiding place of the popes during the Guelf-Ghibelline wars of the Middle Ages. In another direction you’ll find the Pantheon, built as a Roman temple in 25 BC, and the beautiful Piazza Navona. And yet in another direction you’ll be walking through the Roman Forum to the Coliseum. The neighborhood surrounding JCU is characterized by small cobblestone streets and outdoor cafes – the perfect place to study and meet with friends as you enjoy the historic center of Rome.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEAL PLAN

John Cabot University has two options available: 1) the Gianicolo Residence, a 230-bed residence hall with 24/7 security and live-in resident assistants located just five minutes from campus 2) Shared apartments outside of the Residence, located within a 30 minute walk or bus ride to JCU. Requests are made on a first come, first serve basis upon and upon acceptance to the program, students will need to apply and submit a non-refundable housing deposit. You will live as the Romans do, in an authentic Roman neighborhood with its many coffee bars, restaurants, trattorie, gelaterie, and open-air markets. For more information on the accommodation centers, please click here. While meals are not included in the program fees, students may practice their Italian cooking in their fully-furnished residence, or purchase a meal plan at John Cabot University at their own expense. Admitted students will be asked to apply for housing and pay John Cabot directly for housing/meal plan expenses only (tuition is paid to SHU).