1. How will my son or daughter benefit from attending John Cabot University in Rome?
One of best things about a John Cabot University education is our location in Rome, Italy, a city of unparalleled cultural wealth and international significance.
We take full advantage of Rome’s resources by incorporating Roman, Italian and European sites, history, literature and politics into our highly regarded liberal arts curriculum.
JCU also employs a multinational faculty who enrich classes with their wide-ranging perspectives and global worldviews. JCU faculty selection is also based on their dedication to teaching as well as concern for the personal growth of our students. Finally, Rome offers countless opportunities for enhancing students’ educations outside the classroom through study excursions, volunteering, and internships with multinational companies, international organizations, government offices, and cultural institutions.
2. What can my son or daughter expect after graduating from John Cabot University?
Students who earn degrees at John Cabot University are well-prepared to enter the international workforce. Multi-lingual and globally sophisticated, our alumni get jobs in multinational companies, universities, financial institutions, and diplomatic organizations.
Plus, JCU graduates are accepted into some of the finest graduate and professional schools in the world, institutions that include American University in Washington, D.C., Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University, the London School of Economics, King’s College London,Oxford University, and the Italian universities: Università Bocconi, Università degli studi “Roma Tre, Università degli studi “Tor Vergata,” and many others.
3. Are scholarships and financial aid offered?
Yes. John Cabot University offers scholarships to degree-seeking students from all over the world. We also participate in the
U.S. Title IV Program for Stafford Loans and PLUS. And, whenever possible, we hire degree-seeking students as work study employees in JCU offices.
Study abroad students can often apply their existing financial aid packages to their studies at JCU. We also offer some work-study jobs to study abroad students.
4. How will my son or daughter find a place to live in Rome?
John Cabot University offers a Housing Placement Service. For new students who complete the Housing Request Form in the application packet, the Housing Department will secure housing and move the student in upon arrival.
Because public transportation in Rome is so efficient, no apartment is more than a short metro or bus ride away from JCU and most are within walking distance. A housing deposit is required to secure the facilities and will be credited to the first month’s rental expense.
5. Is Rome a safe city?
Rome is a large world center, however, it is very safe compared to many American cities. Students receive information on living in Rome that guides them in their daily lives and are advised to undertaken the same precautions they would take at any US university. The Student Services staff is always available to answer any questions about staying safe in the city.
Click here for important information about student safety. A 24/7 Emergency Phone service is available to all JCU students.
6. Does JCU offer a meal plan?
Yes. All enrolled students can enjoy our 15-week “As the Romans Do” Meal Plan every semester. The plan provides breakfast and lunch five days a week through meal vouchers that you redeem at selected restaurants and cafes around campus. Full details and application are available
here.
Fresh food markets are also plentiful near JCU and many of our students become excellent cooks while studying here. We also offer cooking classes so students can learn to cook all’italiana.
7. Where can a student receive mail and packages?
Every student is assigned a mailbox on campus where only letters may be received; no packages are to be mailed to the university address.
To send and receive packages, we suggest using a shipping company, such as
Futura Forwarders. You will make all the necessary arrangements for delivery directly with the company.
8. What medical facilities are available to students?
The Italian National Health system provides Italians and foreign nationals alike with free emergency treatment in public hospitals and associated clinic.
The Student Services staff is available to help students arrange medical care and appointments with English-speaking doctors and specialists. Plus John Cabot University has two professional psychologists, who provide counseling services to students having difficulty adjusting or other personal problems. Does your student take a medication? We advise students who take medications to bring enough with them for the duration of their studies; Italy does not allow shipments of medication from non-European Union countries.
For more information, click
here.
9. How are emergencies handled at the John Cabot University?
JCU maintains a 24-hour Emergency Phone Line. The JCU staff member who answers will make every possible effort to assist the student and direct him/her to the proper agency or service.
The emergency phone is (+39) 335 775 5474.
At Orientation, we also provide students with numbers to handle emergency situations such as fire, theft, or serious illness.
10. How are financial obligations with JCU handled?
U.S. citizens residing in the United States, permanent residents of the United States, and Canadian citizens pay tuition and fees in dollars as posted in the schedules or payment plans on the JCU website.
Citizens and residents of other countries pay tuition and fees in Euros according to the schedules posted on the JCU website.
For details, click
here
11. May parents attend events during Orientation Week?
We encourage parents to visit John Cabot University at any time. If you plan to be in Rome during Orientation, please accept our invitation to attend the Welcome Breakfast and Welcome Lunch. (Contact
studentservices@johncabot.edu or call 39 06 6819121 to let us know you are attending!).
12. Where should we stay when visiting Rome?
Here’s a list of some nearby hotels:
ALBERGO DEL SOLE
Piazza della Rotonda, 63 (Pantheon)
HOTEL FONTANA
Piazza di Trevi, 96
HOTEL RAPHAEL
Largo Febo, 2 (Piazza Navona)
HOTEL BRAMANTE
Vicolo delle Palline 25
HOTEL GIANICOLO
Viale delle Mura Gianicolensi, 107
HOTEL PONTE SISTO
Via dei Pettinari, 64
HOTEL SANTA CHIARA
Via Santa Chiara, 21 (Pantheon)
RESIDENZA FARNESE
Via del Mascherone, 59 (Campo de Fiori)
HOTEL CISTERNA
Via della Cisterna 7.8.9 (Trastevere)
HOTEL LA ROVERE
Vicolo Santonofrio 4-5
HOTEL MONTEVERDE
Via Monteverde 86
HOTEL SANTA MARIA
Vicolo del Piede (Trastevere)
HOTEL SMERALDO
Vicolo del Chiodaroli 9 (Campo de Fiori)
HOTEL TRASTEVERE
Via L. Manara
13. Do you have a list of helpful websites for more information about Italy and Rome?
Certainly! Here they are:
The Italian Government Tourist Board
The Official Tourist Website for Rome
Rome Travel Guide
The U.S. Embassy in Rome
The Embassy of Italy in Washington