Theology & Religious Studies

Rome, Italy
Theology & Religious Studies

About the Program

Through a unique partnership between Providence College (PC) and CEA CAPA, you’ll explore Rome’s rich religious history in a cultural and religious crossroads for today's Roman Catholic Church. Professors utilize Rome as an extension of the classroom, teaching at sites like the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Catacombs of San Callisto. On-site activities and team assignments help you learn through experience, while an Italian language course contribute to your ability to communicate. You may choose to enroll in the internship seminar and complete an internship placement. In the fall semester, you may also add an optional elective course through our partner, LUISS University (LUISS).

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Rome

Dates:

8/23/16 - 12/23/16

Price:

$17,195

Credits:

16 - 17

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

7/1/16

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

2.75

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Where You'll Study

Libera Universita Internazionale Degli Studi Sociali

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16-17

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

You'll enroll in 1 PC core course, 1 CEA CAPA core course, 0-1 PC theology/religious studies courses, and 1-3 CEA CAPA courses. You can substitute the CEA CAPA core course for the CEA CAPA internship seminar. Fall students may choose an "extended" semester option that includes 1 course at LUISS University.

PC core courses, PC theology/religious studies courses, and CEA CAPA courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. CEA CAPA language courses and LUISS courses meet for 60 contact hours/4 credits. You may earn up to 17 credits (255 contact hours).

CEA CAPA classes meet 1-4 times per week, Monday-Thursday. LUISS classes meet twice a week, Monday-Friday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled for Friday. The internship seminar meets weekly. Your internship placement hours may take place Monday-Friday; the exact time of day and days of the week will be determined after you arrive.

Prior to departure, you'll select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

If you selected the internship option
you will take the Global Internship Course alongside your internship placement. This professional development course is designed to accompany your placement so you can make the most of your internship abroad. You will learn how to understand and articulate the value of your internship through the lens of NACE Career Readiness Competencies that employers crave, which will help you stand out to future employers and graduate schools. You will also engage in live cultural discussions that will enhance your global perspective and intercultural awareness between your program location and the U.S. The course comprises of reading, writing, and verbal assignments, including building an e-portfolio, completing mock interviews, developing your online professional presence, giving a final presentation, conducting industry field research work, and more. You can also take advantage of additional CEA CAPA mentoring and career preparation workshops to complement what you learn in the course.

Internship Placement Duration and Hours:
You will intern at your host organization for a total of 12 weeks, not including any agreed upon break-week periods. Throughout your program, you will work 20 hours per week (240 hours total) and will likely intern during standard business hours Mondays-Fridays. Your placement may include in-person, remote, and hybrid work depending on the needs of your host organization.

Internship Credit: 
You will receive academic credit for your internship abroad via the Global Internship Course and your performance at your internship placement. You can enroll in the course for 3 or 6 credits based on your unique needs and preferences. Whether you enroll in 3 or 6 credits, you will complete 20 hours per week (240 hours total) at your internship placement. The differentiation in the number of credits you choose will come from the amount of coursework and contact hours in the Global Internship Course. Unlike the 3-credit course, for the 6-credit course you will complete an additional robust industry field research project.

  • 3 credits: minimum 240 placement hours (20 hours per week) + Global Internship Course (1.5 hours every other week in class)
  • 6 credits: minimum 240 placement hours (20 hours per week) + Global Internship Course (1.5 hours every week in class)

You will choose the number of credits you would like to enroll in for the Global Internship Course during the Internship Placement Process. 

NACE-Certified Career Coaching & Internship Placement Process
Once you’ve submitted your application and required documents for your internship program, your career development adventure will begin! You will be assigned your very own NACE-Certified Career Coach, who will work with you one-on-one throughout pre-departure to guide you through the steps and deadlines of our Internship Placement Process. Your Coach will be your main point of contact for your internship prior to your departure. They will be happy to answer any questions you might have, and will also provide you with personalized career coaching, as needed, so you are set up for success for your internship abroad.

In addition to working with your Career Coach, during the Internship Placement Process you will engage with your In-Country International Internship Coordinator in your location and your potential host site supervisor. Your International Internship Coordinator will draw from your application materials to source and match you with a personalized internship placement that best aligns with your unique experience, skills, career interests, and goals for your internship abroad. Please also note, your host site supervisor will retain the final decision on the finalization of your placement, so it’s important to approach your interview with your host site supervisor with maturity, adaptability, curiosity, and commitment to both your career interests and the host organization.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The New Testament in the Eternal City * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Italian 300 It 60 4
Beginning Italian I 100 It 60 4
Beginning Italian II 100 It 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The History and Theology of the Papacy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Angels, Demons & Artists in Rome: Art through the Ages * 100 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
Business Ethics & Management in a Global Context 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Culture of Food & Wine in Italy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Social History of the Italian Mafia * 300 En 45 3
Special Topics: History of the Modern Middle East 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Marketing * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Ethics: Humans, Culture & Sustainability * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Photography in Rome 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Ethics: Humans, Culture & Sustainability * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Introduction to Business Economics * 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Islam: Culture and Politics 300 En 60 4
Mediterranean Studies 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Behavioral Economics and Psychology * 300 En 60 4
Global Trade 300 En 60 4
Macroeconomics 200 En 60 4
Microeconomics 200 En 60 4
Principles of Economics 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Financial Markets & Institutions 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Comparative History of Political Systems * 300 En 60 4
Contemporary History 200 En 60 4
European Institutional History 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History of International Relations 300 En 60 4
International Organization and Human Rights * 300 En 45 3
International Relations 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Law 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Mathematics 1 200 En 60 4
Mathematics 2 200 En 60 4
Statistics 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Methods of Social Research 300 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Comparative Politics 300 En 60 4
Global Justice * 300 En 60 4
Health Care Policy 300 En 60 4
History of Political Thought (Distributive Justice) 300 En 60 4
International Public Policies * 300 En 60 4
Italian Political System 300 En 60 4
Political Science 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Sociology 200 En 60 4

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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
August 23
Arrival/Program Begins

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

August 23
Arrival/Program Begins

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

August 24 - 25
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held.

August 24 - 25
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held.

August 29
Classes Begin

Classes begin at CEA on this day.

August 29
Classes Begin

Classes begin at CEA on this day.

September 03
Change of Course Petition Deadline

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

September 03
Change of Course Petition Deadline

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

September 09 - 10
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Campania - overnight.

September 12
Classes Begin

Classes begin at LUISS on this day.

September 12
Classes Begin

Classes begin at LUISS on this day.

September 23
Make-Up Class

Make-up day at CEA for the November 1st Holiday.

September 23
Make-Up Class

Make-up day at CEA for 1 November Holiday

September 30
Excursion

CEA Excursion - Wine Harvesting and Slow Food Lunch

October 14 - 15
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Florence - Overnight

October 28
Make-Up Class

Make-up day at CEA for the November 24th Holiday

October 28
Course Withdrawal Deadline

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

October 28
Make-Up Class

Make-up day at CEA for November 24th holiday

October 28
Course Withdrawal Deadline

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

November 04
Cultural Activity

Tour of the Jewish Neighbourhood

November 11
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Assisi.

November 18
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Vatican Scavi

November 18
Cultural Activity

CEA Career Workshop.

November 24 - 25
School Break

CEA is closed for Thanksgiving Break. No classes will be held.

November 24 - 25
School Break

CEA is closed for Thanksgiving Break. No classes will be held.

December 01
Farewell Reception

CEA Farewell Reception will be held on this day.

December 03
Program Ends/Move-Out

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

December 23
Program Ends/Move-Out

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

December 23
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at LUISS.

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
$1,700
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.
$415
$415
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.
$290
$930
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,680
$3,360
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.
$2,240
$3,360
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,680
$5,600
TOTAL EXPENSES $24,500 $33,035