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IES Abroad Rome Summer – Language & Culture
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The IES Abroad Rome Language & Area Studies Program provides you with the opportunity to begin Italian language studies or improve existing skills, while studying Art and Art History in Italy's capital. Language classes, ranging from beginner to advanced, develop your ability to communicate effectively in Italian through a focus on grammar, conversation, and composition. Specially designed area st...
The IES Abroad Rome Language & Area Studies Program provides you with the opportunity to begin Italian language studies or improve existing skills, while studying Art and Art History in Italy's capital. Language classes, ranging from beginner to advanced, develop your ability to communicate effectively in Italian through a focus on grammar, conversation, and composition. Specially designed area studies courses are taught in English and incorporate visits to some of Rome's most significant cultural and artistic sites into coursework. Over the course of the semester, you will come to know Rome's lively piazzas, winding streets, and unique charm. The Rome Language & Area Studies Program offers enrollment in IES Abroad courses including a language seminar, housing in student apartments, and...
Program Highlights
Experience Italian culture through apartment living.
Partake in unique field trips to sites such as the Amalfi Coast or Tuscany.
Benefit culturally and linguistically from an assigned local host called an Italian Student Companion.
Enroll in the following course options for a total of 15-19 credits
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Quick Details
- Rome, Italy
- Summer
- Art History
- Italian
- Literature
- American
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Rome, the eternal city!!!
May 03, 2025by: Kaeleigh Leone - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Rome Summer – Language & CultureBeing abroad was a truly amazing experience, but I would be lying if I said it was always glamorous. IES Rome was always helpful and provided support before, during, and after the program. There wasn’t a whole lot of information about what the first few days would look like, but once we arrived at the airport in Rome, we were greeting by friendly and eager IES staff. The first week was structured and layed out in detail so there would be no confusion. For me, even just being in a city was new, but I always felt supported by the staff and my fellow classmates. One of my biggest concerns was that I wouldn’t meet new people, but, especially during the first week, there were so many opportunities to meet new people. One of my closest friends from my time in Rome is someone I met just from us sitting next to each other on a bus on the second day of orientation. In all, being abroad will be the experience you make it, so always keep and open mind and try to stay as in the moment as possible.
Rome sweet home
August 11, 2016by: Gabriella - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Rome Summer – Language & CultureWhen I think back on my semester at IES Rome it feels like a dream. I would have never imagined spending 4 months living down the street from the Vatican, walking along some of Rome’s most iconic views on my way to school. The way IES is organized really made us feel like we were a part of the eternal city. Our lessons were held both in and out of the classroom. Professors taught class in museums, government buildings, villas, and many more interesting places that really gave us a new understanding of what we had read about in our textbooks. Though the program is American based the professors and staff are all Italian. Along with suggestions on what to do and where to go from professors, the center sent out weekly emails telling us about things that were happening in and around the city. After 4 months with IES I truly felt that Rome is another place I can call home!
To Rome with Love
July 28, 2016by: SamanthaProgram: IES Abroad Rome Summer – Language & CultureIES Abroad inspired me to explore the Eternal City and develop my independence through weekly updates on the happenings around town and the thoughtful arrangement of my homestay. Rome has so much to offer; and IES encouraged its students to attend events in the city, visit new art exhibitions, and explore peripheral neighborhoods. My homestay experience was wonderful; I wouldn't have changed a thing. Although it is an American program, IES truly helped me immerse myself in Italian culture.
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Locations
- Rome, Italy
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Art History
- Italian
- Literature
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Online Application
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Samantha MacAvoy
Participated in 2016
Samantha is a senior art history major at Fordham University. She came from a small town in Connecticut, and had only been to Europe twice before comm...

Samantha MacAvoy
Participated in 2016
I think it is so important to learn about other cultures; it gives you perspective and a more global outlook. I wanted to learn what it's like to live in a culture completely different from my own.
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The IES Abroad Rome Language & Area Studies Program provides you with the opportunity to begin Italian language studies or improve existing skills, while studying Art and Art History in Italy's capital. Language classes, ranging from beginner to advanced, develop your ability to communicate effectively in Italian through a focus on grammar, conversation, and composition. Specially designed area studies courses are taught in English and incorporate visits to some of Rome's most significant cultural and artistic sites into coursework. Over the course of the semester, you will come to know Rome's lively piazzas, winding streets, and unique charm. The Rome Language & Area Studies Program offers enrollment in IES Abroad courses including a language seminar, housing in student apartments, and...

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The IES Abroad Rome Language & Area Studies Program provides you with the opportunity to begin Italian language studies or improve existing skills, while studying Art and Art History in Italy's capital. Language classes, ranging from beginner to advanced, develop your ability to communicate effectively in Italian through a focus on grammar, conversation, and composition. Specially designed area studies courses are taught in English and incorporate visits to some of Rome's most significant cultural and artistic sites into coursework. Over the course of the semester, you will come to know Rome's lively piazzas, winding streets, and unique charm. The Rome Language & Area Studies Program offers enrollment in IES Abroad courses including a language seminar, housing in student apartments, and...
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