Description

Since 1950, IES Abroad has been building quality study abroad programs and introducing U.S. students to new places, studies, and ways of thinking. A non-profit educational organization, IES Abroad offers high academic standards and extensive financial aid in almost 80 programs throughout the world.

Titled "From Pontius Pilate to Theodosius: The Advent of Christianity," the IES Abroad January Term Pogram in Rome allows students to study early Christianity and visit many of the archaeological sites associated with the early centuries of Christianity.

Highlights

* A comprehensive orientation includes a guided tour of Rome to help students quickly adapt to their new environment
* Students take a course that allows them to examine the early Christian church, from the role that Pontius Pilate played in the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, to the inception and adoption of Nicene Christianity through the Rome Empire in the fourth century.
* Field trips bring students to exciting destinations such as Naples and Pompeii.
* Shared apartments house three to five students and include a fully equipped kitchen.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Art History
• History
• Religious Studies

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

In general, the IES Abroad program fee for the Rome January Term typically includes:
* Tuition
* Orientation
* Housing (private apartments with kitchen access)
* Field Trips
* Medical insurance, including emergency medical evacuation insurance coverage and a 24-hour traveler's assistance help-line
* Personal IES Abroad Advisor available for predeparture support
* IES Abroad Get SET! predeparture guide and the IES Abroad Family Guide

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network