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Filled with ancient history and well-preserved structures, Rome earns its nickname “The Eternal City.” This influential EF Hub is known for global innovations, home to iconic art, and beloved for its cuisine. Walkable streets connect romantic fountains and lively piazzas, creating a quaint atmosphere in the big city. While stepping through history, students will gain perspectives and explore their potentials.
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EF HUB
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Study abroad in Italy
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Academics in action
Outside the classroom, immersive field visits with our local partners help students dive into some of Rome’s strongest areas of academic focus, including:
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Business
Its prestigious schools and long history of international commerce make Rome a great place to study business.
Example field visit: Meet with a venture capitalist company focused on startups.
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Arts
From paintings and architecture to music and cuisine, all forms of art and creativity can be studied in Rome.
Example field visit: Learn about Italy’s Slow Food movement with a local chef.
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History
An ancient city whose past influenced the foundation of our modern world, Rome brings students back in history.
Example field visit: Explore ancient Rome with a local history professor.
Coursework abroad
Based on their program types and academic goals, students learn through a mix of thematic coursework, hands-on field visits, and cultural immersion while studying abroad in Rome.
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Life in Rome
Romantic, historic, and picturesque, Rome is an easy city to fall in love with—and a great city to live in. Students can experience Italian culture firsthand while exploring this global city like a local.
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Cafés and restaurants offer tasty Italian favorites like saltimbocca and pasta carbonara.
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Rome is home to lively piazzas, iconic ancient landmarks, and world-class art museums.
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Exploration is easy with scenic, walkable streets and convenient public transportation.
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Accommodations
Students live in comfortable apartment-style housing in safe and vibrant neighborhoods. They can expect:
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CENTRO STORICO
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EF Study Center
Just steps from landmarks like Piazza Navona and the Pantheon, our picturesque EF Study Center sits in the bustling city center. In addition to offering Italian language lessons, it serves as Rome’s central touchpoint for all things EF—from student support to on-the-ground logistics and beyond.
EF’s Rome community
With deep local knowledge and personal connections to Italian culture, EF’s dedicated team in Rome provides travelers with holistic support throughout their programs. The team includes:
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Site Director
Based in our EF Hubs, Site Directors work with our partner universities, source industry engagement experiences, and help ensure programs are successful.
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Field Director
Your Field Director is an on-the-ground resource providing deep local insights, facilitating excursions, and handling program logistics.
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Student Life Coordinator
On cohort-based programs, Student Life Coordinators travel with groups to provide students with on-the-ground assistance as they navigate life abroad.
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Operations manager
Operations managers work closely with universities to curate program elements that support their curriculums, including cultural activities and academic visits.
“Rome is simultaneously ancient and modern… It’s a living museum for every era of history and a booming incubator for art and technology.”
Conor D.
EF Director of Institutional Partnerships
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