Study Abroad
University System of Maryland Program in Rome
The University System of Maryland (USM) Program in Rome is based at the American University of Rome (AUR). The program offers the benefits of an American-style education taught by a multinational faculty in an international setting, to a student body representing every continent in the world. The student body is 60 percent American and 40 percent multinational. All courses are taught in English.
AUR is housed in two lovely four-story villas on the crest of Rome's highest hill, the Janiculum. The villa contains classrooms, an auditorium, a library, two computer centers, offices and a student lounge. It is a short walk to the historic Trastevere district, which offers a full range of amenities. Surrounded by a garden, the campus is also close to two major parks and is connected to the center of Rome by several bus lines.
Rome is Italy’s largest city with over 2.7 million residents. It is the third most visited tourist destination in the European Union, and its historic centre is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rome's history as a city spans over two and a half thousand years, as one of the founding cities of western civilization.
Subjects available (semester/year):Accounting, advertising, anthropology, archaeology, architecture, art, art history, biology, communication studies, computer science, cultural studies, drama, drawing, economics, environmental studies, fashion, film, finance, Greek, history, international business, international studies, Italian, journalism, Latin, literature, management, marketing, mathematics, media, painting, philosophy, photography, physics, political science, psychology, public relations, sociology, television. 5 courses per semester (15 U.S. credits). All classes are taught in English (except for Italian language courses).
Subjects available (summer): Anthropology, archaeology, art, art history, communication studies, cultural studies, drawing, economics, film, history, Italian, management, marketing, media, painting, political science, religious studies. 2 courses per summer (6 U.S.credits). All classes are taught in English (except for Italian language courses).
All students participating in the USM program in Rome in the fall or spring are strongly encouraged to enroll in an Italian language class during their semester abroad.
To view courses that past participants have completed on this program, click here. TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience - click here for more information.
Excursions: The American University of Rome offers a range of academic and cultural optional excursions which students may participate in for an additional fee. Typical destinations include Pompeii, Venice, Florence, Bologna, and the Basque country.
Housing: Students contract to share a rented apartment organized through the university's approved real estate agency in Rome. Apartments are furnished and usually consist of 2-3 double-occupancy bedrooms, a living area, kitchen and bathroom. Telephone, linens, and access to a washing machine are provided.
Note: For the fall or spring semesters, students may choose to make their own housing arrangements independently of AUR. This option is NOT recommended.
Dates:
Fall: August - -December
Spring: January - May
Academic Year: August - May
Summer: May - June
Costs:*
FALL 2009: $8,750
SPRING 2010: $9,650
Cost includes academic credit (15 credits), health insurance, airport pick-up, and orientation. Additional costs include airfare, housing, meals, visa and passport fees,
personal expenses, and a $300 study abroad fee. Students pay the host
institution directly for housing.
SUMMER 2010: $4,950
Cost includes academic credit (6 credits), housing, health insurance, airport pick-up, and orientation. Additional costs include airfare, meals, visa and passport fees,
personal expenses, and a $150 study abroad fee.
*The Towson University Study Abroad Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.
Application Process: Student must be a full-time undergraduate degree-seeking student with a minimum
overall GPA of 2.8. Sophomore/Junior/Senior status.
To apply please complete the USM Program in Rome Application (PDF) and submit it to the TU Study Abroad Office. Non-TU students must also submit a completed Non-Degree Enrollment Application (PDF) .
Application Deadlines:
Fall/Summer: March 15
Spring: October 15
Study Abroad Office
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2451
Fax: 410-704-4703
Email: studyabroad@towson.edu
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