John Cabot University - Full Curriculum

Rome, Italy
John Cabot University - Full Curriculum

About the Program

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Choose from the full range of courses at our partner, John Cabot University (JCU). All courses at JCU are taught in English. Experience student life at a large, degree-granting university with a focus on international students, as well as at the CEA Rome Center. The program's design means that courses at both institutions complement one another, so you benefit from the unique qualities and distinct learning environments of each.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Rome

Dates:

1/10/17 - 5/6/17

Price:

$17,195

Credits:

12 - 17

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

11/30/16

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Transcript - Official

Eligibility

Other:

Some students may attend US colleges/universities already affiliated with this host institution and therefore will not be eligible to attend this CEA program. Please call CEA for further details regarding eligibility specifics.

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

2.7

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Where You'll Study

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Rome. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 10
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Leonardo Da Vinci Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

January 11 - 12
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held.

January 13
Orientation

Mandatory JCU Orientation will be held.

January 16
Classes Begin

Classes begin at CEA and JCU on this day.

January 20
Change of Course Petition Deadline

This is the last day on which to file a Change of Course Petition at the CEA Rome Center.

January 23
Drop/Add Deadline

This is the last day to drop and/or add classes at JCU.

February 10
Make-Up Class

Make-up day for April 17th at both CEA Rome Center and John Cabot University.

March 03
Make-Up Class

Make-up day for April 25th at JCU

March 17
Course Withdrawal Deadline

This is the last day on which students can withdraw from a course at the CEA Rome Center and receive a "W". 

March 24
Course Withdrawal Deadline

This is the last day on which students can withdraw from a course at JCU and receive a "W". 

April 03 - 07
School Break

CEA and JCU are closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.

April 17
Holiday

Easter Monday. No classes will be held at JCU and CEA.

April 25
Holiday

National Italian Holiday. No classes will be held at JCU and CEA

April 28
Make-Up Class

Make-up day for April 25th at CEA.

April 29 - May 05
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at JCU.

May 01
Holiday

Italian Labor Day. No classes will be held at JCU.

May 06
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$17,195
$17,195
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$1,000
$1,600
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$527
$527
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$210
$1,190
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,575
$3,150
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,500
$2,250
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,125
$3,750
TOTAL EXPENSES $23,132 $30,137