Study Abroad HOME | ACADEMICS | STUDY ABROAD STUDY ABROAD Application Deadlines Fall 2023 Applications Due: Tuesday, March 7, by 5 p.m Spring 2024 Applications Due (Early Admission): Tuesday, March 21, by 5 p.m. LEARN MORE Alexandrea Bartsch Study Abroad Coordinator amuabroad@avemaria.edu SUBMIT QUESTIONSTo RomeWITH LOVE Twice a year, Ave Maria University students are afforded the opportunity to spend a semester in Rome. During their time in the Eternal City, students take courses that directly relate to their curriculum; they also immerse themselves in the Italian culture and the historic Catholicism of the country. After three months, study abroad students leave Rome with a fondness for the city and a greater appreciation for Italy’s long-standing gifts to our faith. Program Dates Spring ’24 – TBD ATTEND AN INFO SESSION! Get all your questions answered, get a detailed program overview and hear from your peers who will re-tell the impact this experience has had in their lives. Wednesday, March 8, 2023, 8 p.m. AMU students are encouraged to learn more about the program and the application process. (All info session are held in Prince 115) REGISTER FOR INFO SESSION An Overview ofTHE PROGRAM AMU partners with Thomas More College to send a group of students to Rome for fall and spring semesters. For 85 days, students live in a gated, private villa within walking distance of some of the most beautiful cultural entities in the world. Four courses are offered while studying in Rome: Literature, Humanities and Art & Architecture count toward students’ general electives, while Theology counts toward the core curriculum. A professor from Thomas More College accompanies the students to Rome; adjunct professors are secured as needed. Classes meet four days a week; long weekends encourage independent travel around Rome and other parts of Italy and nearby countries. ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS The study abroad program in Italy focuses on furthering students’ academic and spiritual growth. Being in proximity to the Vatican and a wealth of Catholic churches and chapels, students have every opportunity to pray and join in the celebration of Mass. An optional pilgrimage to the beautiful hill town of Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis, is offered by the Rome staff each semester. Informal trips to cities like Venice add to the memorable experiences. APPLYING FOR STUDY ABROAD Students who are interested in a semester in Rome should first request an inquiry form from our study abroad coordinator, Alexandrea Bartsch. They will receive support documents and be invited to an information session. After that, students fill out an application. Regular AMU tuition is due for students who will be going to Rome. An additional program fee covers room and board. Students are responsible for their own airfare. ACADEMIC CALENDAR All of the important dates throughout the academic year can be found here, including new student orientation, class registration, exams and holiday breaks. VIEW THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR
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