John Cabot University (JCU):
John Cabot University is an American University for liberal arts in the heart of Rome. It is named for the Venetian explorer Giovanni Caboto, better known by the English form of his name, John Cabot. The university has three campuses in central Rome called the Frank J. Guarini campus, the Tiber campus, and the Caroline Critelli Guarini campus on the banks of the Tiber river. As of 2016 it has more than 1,000 students in fields like Art History, Business Administration, and International Affairs. It was founded in 1972 as a small affiliate program with Hiram College, before earning accreditation in 2003. 

This is a one-way outbound program, and all tuition and fees must be paid directly to JCU. The application fee is waived, and a 15% tuition discount is extended to all AUS students. 

In addition to normal semester programs, JCU also offers a summer program. During the summer, JCU extends a 500 Euro tuition discount to all Engineering majors.
 
 
Location:
Rome, Italy
 
 
Requirements/Eligibility:
Sophomores encouraged to apply; must have at least 60 credits by program start date
Must not be in graduating semester (last semester).
Must have at least a cumulative GPA 2.67 of or above. 
 

Length of Stay:
One or two semesters.
 
 
Accreditation:
John Cabot University is not AACSB- or ABET-accredited. This option is only available for students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.


Housing/Accommodation:
JCU manages its own housing. JCU housing offers shared apartments with fully stocked kitchens and washing machines. You would be living with other JCU students. For more information about housing, please visit https://www.johncabot.edu/housing-residential-life/options.aspx.
 
 
Visa:
If you are from the United States or another country that is not a member of the European Union, you need a student visa before entering Italy. Obtaining a student visa is mandatory by Italian law and must be obtained before you arrive. If you are coming to Italy for less than 90 days (summer session classes), you will need to apply for a study visa if necessary, and then file a Declaration of Presence. Citizens of these countries don't need a visa for the summer sessions (but still need a Declaration of Presence). For more information on obtaining a student visa, visit https://www.johncabot.edu/student-services/immigration/study-visa.aspx.
 
 
Health Insurance:
JCU works with Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI) to assist you in obtaining a high quality health insurance that will fulfill your immigration requirements. The insurance costs $44.29 USD per month. Payments are made online with a credit card on the CISI website. For more information about health insurance, please visit https://johncabot.edu/health-wellbeing/health-insurance.aspx.
 
 
Courses:
Students at JCU normally take between 12-16 credits (4-5 classes).

JCU offers a variety of undergraduate courses in arts and sciences. For course schedules and syllabi information, please visit https://johncabot.edu/academics/course-schedules-syllabi.aspx.

CAAD/CEN: No courses offered for CAAD/CEN majors.
SBA: Business courses offered for SBA majors.
CAS: Arts and Science courses offered.

AUS Course Approval: 
NOTE: Students must fill out the AUS course permission form to get their courses approved by the Associate Dean of their school and the Registrar. Upon approval, students students will also be informed the grades required to transfer credits. Students must achieve the minimum grade as indicated on the form in order to receive course credit (requirements for credit transfer vary by program). 
 
 
Financial Grant:
AUS students on grants/scholarships must obtain approval from the Office of Financial Grants and Scholarships before starting a semester abroad at a host university. In cases where the AUS student pays tuition directly to AUS for study abroad, the student will continue to use their AUS grants and AUS-funded scholarships for that semester abroad. These students should speak with the Financial Grants and Scholarship Manager for more information. Students sponsored by an organization outside of AUS are responsible for making arrangements with their sponsor.
 
 
Summer Program:
JCU offers a 5-week summer program. This program is good for CAS majors and GenEd requirements. Engineering majors receive a 500 Euro discount, even if they are taking GenEd courses there. AUS students will be allowed to transfer credit for only one 3-credit course. For more information about the summer program, please visit https://johncabot.edu/admissions/study-abroad-rome-italy/summer.aspx.
 
Useful Links:
General: http://www.johncabot.edu/
Study Abroad Information: https://www.johncabot.edu/admissions/study-abroad-rome-italy/