CISabroad (Center for International Studies): Semester in Rome
- Hosted at: The American University of Rome
- Location(s): Rome, Italy
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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The CISabroad Semester in Rome program is housed at the American University of Rome, which has been offering study abroad programs for over 40 years. Seated on a green, quiet hill overlooking one of the oldest cities of civilization, the American ... read more
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I learned how to communicate with people when there was a barrier as large as language. This is huge because if you can communicated through a language barrier, you can communicate through nearly anything. Kyle - Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University / Virginia Tech View Entire Review
I gained a lot of skills with being independent. I made a number of trips alone to places I had little knowledge of and had to learn to figure out transportation and entertainment by myself. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - University of Maine - Orono View Entire Review

I thought I had a life plan but it all changed once I went abroad. I grew so much personally and I feel like a completely different person with a new-found vision of who I am and what I want out of life. Courtney M - Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania View Entire Review
The ability to be on my own and embrace a new environment Tommy Ranucci - University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. I truly learned how to live a European lifestyle. I learned some Italian and made friends from all over the world and all over the US. I learned a lot in my major. For all political science students, you will learn the most about international relations at AUR than any other university. The professo... Nour Bashiti - Jacksonville University View Entire Review
I loved my CIS contact Romina Marchionne she was amazing and she helped us with all the ups and down we experienced with our housing and the pantheon institute she made me feel loved and was always a relief to talk to. Study abroad has helped me mature and become so much more cultured. I have had to deal with the stresses of a l... Alexis B - Brevard College View Entire Review
About
The CISabroad Semester in Rome program is housed at the American University of Rome, which has been offering study abroad programs for over 40 years. Seated on a green, quiet hill overlooking one of the oldest cities of civilization, the American University of Rome (AUR) offers students a unique and insightful opportunity to experience Rome on a genuine and profound level. The university prides itself on a challenging and authentic curriculum, as well as its vibrant international community. Students are exposed to a multitude of cultures when they study at AUR, as the student body is made up of a mix of Americans, local Italian students, and other international students from over 40 countries.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Summer
Instruction Language(s):
- Italian
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Business
- Communication and Media Studies
- International Relations
- Mathematics, Statistics
Minimum GPA:
2.5Year Founded:
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CISabroad / Center for International Studies Scholarships
This award is intended for students within the LGBTQIA+ community. Recipients will work in coordination with the CISabroad Marketing Team to develop a plan for sharing their story while abroad. Options may include photos, instagram takeover, videos, or a blog. Recipients will be expected to submit 5 - 10 pieces.
$250
This scholarship is intended for students who are among the first from their U.S. university to go abroad on any CISabroad program. Recipients will work in coordination with the CISabroad Marketing Team to develop a plan for sharing their story while abroad. Options may include photos, instagram takeover, videos, or a blog. Recipients will be expected to submit 5 - 10 pieces.
$250
Are you already #InstaFamous? Take it to the next level. Recipients will be required to take part in an Instagram takeover as well as provide content for other CISabroad Social platforms. Examples of content include, 20 high quality photos, and a short video about your experience.
$250
There is no GPA requirement for these scholarships. Interested students should complete all scholarship application requirements and be sure to tell us why you want to be a CISabroad Photojournalist. Recipients will be required to maintain an online photo wordpress blog with at least 100 photos by the end of their program.
$100 towards a semester or summer program plus a $100 Amazon gift card to purchase a digital camera.
This award is intended for under-served students within the education abroad population. Possible considerations include, STEM majors, first generation college students, multicultural backgrounds, and many more. Recipients will work in coordination with the CISabroad Marketing Team to develop a plan for sharing their story while abroad. Options may include photos, instagram takeover, videos, or a blog. Recipients will be expected to submit 5 - 10 pieces.
$250
There is no GPA requirement for these scholarships. Interested students should complete all scholarship application requirements and be sure to tell us why you want to be a CISabroad Videojournalist. Recipients will be required to maintain an online video wordpress blog with at least 1 video by the end of their program.
$100 towards a semester or summer program plus a $100 Amazon gift card to purchase a digital camera.
This award is intended for students who are interested in or have an academic focus in conservation, community development, or sustainability. Recipients will arrange and participate in at least two volunteer opportunities while overseas and make a presentation, video, blog, or vlog on their experience upon returning home.
$250
This award is given to students who are ready to dive deep and tell their story to the world! While abroad, recipients will learn to blog or vlog like a pro using either Wordpress or YouTube. When you return students will work in coordination with the CISabroad Marketing Team to develop a project that will be completed upon return of your overseas experience.
$500-$1000
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