CIEE Business + Culture in Rome, Italy

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Locations: Rome, Italy
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Fall	2025	03/15/2025 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Spring	2026	10/15/2025 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Minimum GPA:	2.5	Language of Instruction:	English, Italian
Housing Options:	Apartment (Shared)	Areas of Study:	Archaeology, Dietetics and Nutrition, European Studies, Finance, International Business, Internships, Management, Service Learning
Program Type:	Intern, Study

Program Description:

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Program Overview

Take your studies to Rome where your time in Italy’s capital will quickly become filled with strolling narrow, cobble-stoned streets, appreciating century-old buildings, and immersing yourself in the local culture. Designed for students looking to gain an international perspective on business, the Business + Culture program is an incredible opportunity to live and learn in The Eternal City while earning credits toward your degree.

When class is in session, you’ll have the opportunity to enroll in courses at CIEE’s renowned partner institution, Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali (LUISS), which is known for its prestigious business programs. In addition to learning at LUISS, you’ll choose from a wide range of courses at CIEE Rome, including business topics and optional internship opportunities.

Unique Experiences

EXPERIENCE WORLD-FAMOUS SITES

like the Colosseum and the Vatican as part of your classes

GAIN INSIGHTS FROM ROME-BASED ENTREPRENEURSSPIRIT

through visits to local businesses and startups

MAKE YOUR OWN PASTA

in a cooking class in the world’s gastronomical capital

Excursions & Activities

Participate in overnight excursions or day trips to some of the most iconic places in Italy, such as Florence, Pompeii, and the Amalfi Coast
Visit museums and archeological sites, like the Roman Forum
Relax while listening to Italian music masterpieces at the Opera
Join local student engagement groups to meet Italians, make friends, and network

Internships

Volunteer with local shelters or not-for-profit entities like Retake Rome

Students interested in one of the following Academic Projects must submit additional materials as part of their course selection:

Internships: Build new skills and intercultural competencies?and become an active member of the Rome professional environment by interning at a local business
Research: Pursue a research project of your own design incorporating independent, local fieldwork
Service-learning: Combine course-based learning with practical, relevant project experience to meet a community-defined need

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Three-day orientation – an introduction to Italian culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel protection included

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Programs : Brochure