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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Art History & Culture in Rome

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Program Overview

Let the ancient streets of Rome take center stage in your artistic journey. Alongside fellow artists and experts, immerse yourself in art and interpret works from a fresh perspective. Lessons come alive through inspiring classes at Rome’s world-class museums and archaeological sites. During workshops, roll up your sleeves and experiment with what you learn.

Apply millennia-old techniques to express yourself—tracing the footsteps of masters like Raphael and Michelangelo! Try your hand at mosaic art, fresco painting, and contemporary mediums like photography, filmmaking, and more. In the end, your portfolio of diverse artwork will show your growth as an artist.

With the Colosseum in your neighborhood, you’ll delve into Italy’s rich cultural patrimony. Wander through labyrinthine streets, window-shop at legendary fashion houses, and meet local teens. On excursions, escape to Tivoli, an ancient hilltop town, and discover Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Throughout this Roman adventure, you’ll behold an extraordinary collection of artworks and marvel at centuries of history that’s sure to inspire you for years to come.

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Program Highlights

Show off your artistry painting with water-based pigments on damp plaster in a hands-on Fresco Workshop, a true test of an artist’s skill!
Explore the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater ever built, displaying the power and might of the Roman Empire.
Choose your favorite artwork in Florence, home to Michelangelo's David and works from other Italian masters like Donatello, Bramante, and Boticelli.
Step inside the Sistine Chapel and admire one of the most fascinating works of art ever, both for its size and the quality of its frescoes and paintings.
Spend the day surrounded by movie magic and heart-pounding rides at Italy’s largest theme park, Cinecittà World, dedicated exclusively to the world of films.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Medical / Accident Insurance
Travel Insurance
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
International SIM Card
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Rome, Italy

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • High School 5th Year or More

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer

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Angelica B.September 2024

Life changing experience

CIEE is a very life changing experience in my opinion. People rarely ever get the opportunity to study abroad as a High School student, so the fact that I got to experience firsthand the Roman lifestyle is something I’d never forget. The HSSA program accommodates basically everything you need, you get to learn about your city’s history. For example, the Rome program taught us about Ancient Rome history, the Empire, Renaissance, Baroque, and Modern Rome, and the visits to the ancient buildings like Vatican City and the Colosseum & Roman Forum where you learn about its history while you’re there, which helps you remember the lessons more in my opinion. Also, the Italian lifestyle is very fun to experience, since we spent three weeks with the Art, History and Culture program in Rome. Although I loved the HSSA program, and I hate to complain, there were some issues with the program which were a little off putting. For example, the planning of meals. You can’t simply book small restaurants with such a big group of kids. I know this is program specific, but we would spend hours in a single restaurant because of how “disorganized” the planning was. Also, the rooming situation in my program at least was extremely challenging, which is why I would give an 8 to recommend the program, but this is a major opportunity and so amazing, so I highly recommend for more teenagers to study abroad to learn and experience the cultures of different countries! I loved this program, and I know everyone’s experience is different, but I genuinely loved being here every day and getting to live like the Romans. Florence was beautiful, the Villa d’Este in Tivoli was beautiful and don’t even get me started on the Vatican. Truly an amazing experience

Charlie M.September 2024

First time traveler

I feel that it’s a perfect opportunity to not only travel but to learn important life skills like time management. Also, one can learn responsibility. Personally, as a person who had never traveled before, it really was a good way to start.

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