International University in Rome, Italy

The American University of Rome:
The American University of Rome (AUR) is a four-year degree granting institution among the oldest American private universities in Italy. We offer Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Science degrees in a wide range of areas including art, architecture, business, education, Italian culture and civilization. We also have associate degree programs, extensive semester, summer and year abroad programs, which allow students from throughout the world to come to Rome and experience the culture and history of this captivating ancient city. Instruction is in English and admission is competitive.

Taking the best of the American approach to interdisciplinary, student-centered learning, our international faculty and staff at The American University of Rome use Rome as our classroom and Italy and Europe as invaluable resources. Instruction is in English and admission is competitive.

AUR attracts students from over 40 countries and offers its students study abroad destinations such as: China, Ecuador, England, Greece, Spain and the finest universities in the United States.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and students are selected without regard to age, race, sex, creed, national or ethnic origin or handicap. The American University of Rome is committed to assisting students’ financial needs by offering various academic scholarships and student work assistantship positions to qualified students.

The American University of Rome is accredited by The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, a regional accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the US Department of Education.

Our Goals:
The goals of The American University of Rome emanate from its culture of assessment and continuous improvement as it strives to be known as a leader among American international universities outside of the United States.

Primary among its goals is the quality of its liberal arts and professional academic programs, taught by a highly qualified international faculty and supported by advanced learning resources and technology so that student learning will reach the highest levels of excellence.

Bachelor Degree Programs:
- Archaeology and Classics
- Art History
- Business Administration
- Communication
- English Writing, Literature and Publishing
- Film and Digital Media
- Fine Arts
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- International Relations and Global Politics
- Italian Studies

Associate Degree Programs:
- Liberal Studies
- International Business

Masters Degree Programs:
- Food Studies
- Arts Management
- Sustainable Cultural Heritage

Additional Programs:
- First Year Program
- English Language
- Study Abroad
- Internships

The strength of an American University of Rome education lies in the blending of an in-depth major field of study that combines theory, practice and a capstone experience with a broad general education program that provides breadth of knowledge and the development of life-long learning skills.

Add to this, the opportunity for practical experience through fieldwork courses and internships and an AUR degree prepares you for further study or work anywhere in the world.

Students may request The American University of Rome to arrange housing on their behalf or
may choose to make their own housing arrangements. Students choosing university-facilitated housing are placed in furnished apartments in areas surrounding the university campus. 

The apartments are located in traditional, well established neighborhoods. This housing is well suited for students looking for a "full immersion" cultural experience.  While apartments are standardized in terms of basic amenities, they can vary greatly in terms of both proximity to the university and aesthetics.

Students who do not wish to contract for a place in university-arranged housing are free to make their own housing arrangements.

The easiest and most commonly used form of transportation is the bus. There are also trams and a two-line metro system in Rome.

Bus stops, departure schedules and route information are found on well-marked signs throughout the city, and can also be found online. Orange, blue or green ATAC city buses and tram lines run from about 5am to about midnight.

Student Life Office:
The Student Life Office is the heart of your student life at The American University of Rome! We strive to complement the academic mission of the University by providing and supporting opportunities for learning through extra-curricular activities.

The activities and facilities that we offer strive to promote students’ personal growth, leadership development, social responsibility, multicultural competence and intellectual inquiry.

Our staff are committed to providing you with superb service in an engaging environment to entice your participation in formal and informal activities.

" I chose AUR because of its challenging curriculum in Italian Studies. I decided on this major as I have always loved the language and culture of this boot-shaped peninsula. I have embraced the opportunity at AUR to befriend students and faculty from all over the world. Our multi-lingual community has furthered my understanding of Italy and the world. The international faculty and staff are always willing to spend time to help students."
- Edgar, USA.

"AUR has prepared me for my masters in Cultural Heritage Studies at University College London by giving me a hands-on approach to the study of art history and archeology in a modern day context. A wonderful excursion to Ghana, where I did archeological excavations and ethnographic fieldwork, provided me with contemporary and theoretical perspectives in archeology."
- Dana, USA