Experience Rome as the Romans do!
JCU Housing provides accommodations to students in residential areas in order to promote an authentic study abroad experience in support of the overall mission of the University. Students housed with JCU are given the opportunity to live like Romans and should be mature, open to new experiences and ready for an international 'off-campus' housing experience. Living in JCU Housing will give students a better understanding of urban Italian life.
For the most part, JCU apartments are grouped in areas adjacent to the university. Our clustered apartments make it easy for you to get to know your JCU neighbors and commute to campus together on foot or by bus.
All students in JCU Housing are assigned Resident Assistants who are available to help students in their residential life experience while at JCU. Resident Assistants live in the same neighborhoods as students and are available to answer questions, organize events and generally assist students adjust to Roman life. JCU also provides a meal plan which is valid for breakfast and lunch at restaurants around both campuses.
JCU housing is not a mandatory part of the university application process. Before applying we invite you to carefully review all of our online materials, the application process, assignments policy, move-in/out dates, and all application and payment deadlines to see if JCU Housing is right for you.
JCU Housing is committed to providing:
- Appropriate student living environment
- Locations in safe neighborhoods.
- Trained Resident Assistants who can help with the transition to Roman life
- Access to public transportation and shopping
- Autonomous apartments which allow interaction with local Romans
Characteristics of JCU Housing:
- Apartments vary in design and aesthetics, but all provide a bedroom, shared bathroom and fully-equipped kitchen (to Italian standards, including a washing machine, but no dryer or dishwasher).
- The majority of apartments are located within a 30 minute walk and/or ride via public transportation.
- Apartments are maintained by long-term JCU contractors.
- Utilities, such as gas and electric, are included in the price.
IMPORTANT: See pg. 17 of the Roman Housing booklet for a detailed list of amenities and provisions.