Imagine learning about how the Romans perfected the dome and then, a few hours later, sipping a coffee beside the Pantheon! This is typical of the courses offered by AUR’s study abroad program: classes relating to all of our majors emphasize experiential learning through site visits in Rome and excursions throughout Italy, and Europe.
Each year, AUR welcomes over 500 students from 40 different countries into their liberal arts and business programs. Our small class sizes (16:1 student/faculty ratio) ensures you receive a highly personalized learning experience. You'll also have the option of living in university apartments around the campus, giving you a true taste of everyday Italian life and the incomparable experience of immersion in another culture. Whether you join for a semester abroad, a year abroad, or just the summer, you'll easily be able to transfer the academic credit you earn to your FAU degree.
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| Term | Nomination Deadline | Application Deadline |
| Spring/Academic Year | October 1 | October 15 |
| Fall/Academic Year | February 15 | March 15 |
Information Sheet |
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| Open to | Any academic discipline |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Level of Study | Undergraduate |
| Credit Offered | Transfer credits |
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Education Abroad Advisor: |
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Dalila Sanchez, Coordinator Schedule an appointment: Navigate |
Travel Documentation
Important notice! Passport processing times have changed. Review up-to-date details HERE.
Routine processing times can take 10-13 weeks, and expedited applications in 7-9 weeks. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
A valid passport is required for all international travel. If you are traveling anywhere abroad, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the Country Information to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling.
If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the Travel.State.Gov website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit U.S. Embassy.gov.
Location
The glorious city is home to over 50 museums, 900 churches, and 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Every step you take in the city, you'll be walking through an open-air museum that features 3 millennia of human history.
Housing
Funding opportunities
Budgetary items
These are items to consider to budget for your study abroad program:
Tuition (paid to American University of Rome):
Tuition will be approximately $13,700 U.S. Dollars for a Fall/Spring semester and approximately $3,000-$7,000 per summer semester.
Tuition is subject to change based on exchange rate and future semesters.
Housing:
$5,000 for the spring/fall semester
$1,450 for the summer semester
Out of pocket expenses:
- $200 administrative fee due at time of application
- International flight
- Personal spending
- Visa expenses
- International Health Insurance
Health, Safety and Travel Documentation
All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad awill provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and virtual link the semester before your program.
1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.
International Health and Travel Insurance
All FAU students participating on an exchange program will need to register in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. You can view the policy here.