Description

Italy and Greece are unmatched when it comes to historical sights. Spend two weeks exploring the remains of ancient cultures while earning JU credit in Humanities.

In Rome, you will marvel at the breathtaking ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and the impressive St. Peter's Basilica. Explore the Italian coastline including the isle of Capri and Sorrento. Travel to Pompeii and see the excavated ruins of theaters, temples and baths.

After that, visit the many sites Greece has to offer such as the Acropolis and imagine life thousands of years ago. Finish the trip with a 4-day cruise through the Aegean Sea, visiting the Greek Isles experiencing both modern and ancient-day Greece.

Earn 3 credits from HUM 389 The Golden Age of Italy and Greece.

Highlights

* Cruise through the Greek Isles included
* Explore the Colosseum in Rome
* Earn 3 credits in Humanities
* Visit the Acropolis in Athens
* Excursions to Delphi and Pompeii
* Tour Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel
* Travel the Naples coast of Italy

Students will stay in hotels with other students on this program. All hotels will have basic amenities, but may not have air conditioning. All breakfasts will be included with the hotel accommodations, and all meals are included on the cruise portion of this program.

"With the Colosseum, the Pantheon and a whole lot more, youll be plenty busy during the day - just make sure you save enough energy for the evenings!" - Justin Freedman

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

• Archaeology
• Field-study
• Humanities
• Literature
• Music
• Philosophy

Cost in US$:

USD 3,775

Program Fees Include:

Included: Jacksonville University credit, housing, some meals, travel insurances, Cruise through Greek Isles, round trip airfare, one site faculty, airport Pick-up/Drop-off

Not Included: Some meals, visa expenses, personal expenses, textbooks

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 25-35

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-3 Months

International Education Programs's Mission Statement

International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded

2000