CIEE College First Year Abroad in Rome
Program Overview
Your First Year Abroad program in Rome lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Italian culture. Live and learn in Rome!
Rome is Italy’s timeless city, filled with ancient history, lively piazzas, and an iconic arts scene – the perfect backdrop to explore any of your interests. Spend 12 weeks wandering through the Colosseum and Roman Forum, savoring gelato while people-watching in Trastevere, and exploring local markets filled with fresh produce and handmade crafts. Whether you’re studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Rome is the perfect place to study abroad.
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Program Highlights
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- Fall
- Spring
- Art History
- Communications
- Economics
- Environmental Studies
- History
- Italian
- Mathematics
- Photography
- Political Science & Politics
- Psychology
- Statistics
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- American
Updated Jul 14, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Rome, Italy
Fields & Subjects
- Art History
- Communications
- Economics
- Environmental Studies
- History
- Italian
- Mathematics
- Photography
- Political Science & Politics
- Psychology
- Statistics
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- American
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-25
Duration
- Post High School
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Check out the CIEE High School Abroad page for our diverse program offerings, including summer, semester, and academic year options.
How do I apply to a CIEE First Year Abroad in Rome program?
Find the orange "Apply Now" button on our website to start your application.
Do I need to speak Italian in order to participate in this program?
No. There is no Italian language requirement to participate in this program.
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