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At John Cabot University, undergraduate students can choose from 15 undergraduate degrees and 23 minors that complement their majors. In addition, John Cabot University offers two-year (60 credits) Associate of Arts degrees in all major fields and an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts. 

At the graduate level, JCU offers two Master of Arts degrees, an MA in Art History and an MA in International Affairs, as well as two affiliated programs with the Politecnico di Milano (POLIMI) Graduate School of Management (GSoM).

Requirements for all Bachelor of Arts Degrees

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) is a four-year liberal arts program consisting of 40 courses (120 credit hours), including a major field and the distribution requirements.  

There are basic requirements for all degrees at John Cabot University: the Proficiency Requirements of the University in English, Mathematics, and Foreign Language, and the General Distribution Requirements. Furthermore, within each Bachelor's degree program, there are specific requirements to be met by the student. These requirements include ten to twelve core courses, deemed by the Faculty to be essential to the discipline, and comparable to the requirements for the same degree at other recognized and accredited colleges and universities in the American system of higher education. In addition to the core requirements, students select electives that support the core program and courses in other discipline areas of particular interest.

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Majors

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Art and Design

With Rome as your open-air classroom and inspiration, unleash your creativity and hone your craft while mastering techniques and technologies essential for a career in the arts.

Art and Design
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Art History

Build broad foundations, gain first-hand experience, and explore contemporary questions — all in Rome, one of the world’s most culturally rich cities in the world.

Art History
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Business Administration

Build the skills you need to excel in the world of business in a program that blends global perspectives with American business traditions.

Business Administration
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Classical Studies

Students majoring in classical studies have the exceptional opportunity to complement their study of classical language and written sources with on-site, first-hand experience of ancient art and material culture in Rome and throughout Italy.

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Communications

Acquire the skills and knowledge you’ll need for a media career in the digital age in a program that offers a strong foundation of theory blended with hands-on experience.

Communications
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Economics and Finance

Study core subjects like microeconomics, macroeconomics, finance, and econometrics, and develop a deep understanding of global economic trends and their real-world impact.

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English Literature

The study of literature written in the English language has long proved its worth as a traditional discipline that exercises the imagination, encourages intellectual precision, and stimulates a critical appreciation of human, liberal values.

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History

The Bachelor of Arts in History is designed to provide the intellectual breadth and the analytical skills that allow students to make meaningful connections between the past and the present.

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Humanistic Studies

Humanities students learn to appreciate and analyze cultures by exploring literature, art, history, philosophy, and religion.

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International Affairs

Tackle contemporary global challenges by studying the political, economic, and cultural forces that dictate policymaking and conflict resolution, as well as the complexities and importance of international relations.

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International Business

The Bachelor of Arts in International Business prepares students to successfully pursue business careers in a globalized world.

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Italian Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Italian Studies is a rigorous interdisciplinary degree that combines the study of Italian literature, culture, society, and politics while developing students’ fluency in Italian language.

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Marketing

Balance creativity with analytical thinking while building a foundation of knowledge in core concepts for marketing professionals, including technical know-how, business acumen, and consumer theory.

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Political Science

Study the inner workings of politics in Rome, a city that has shaped centuries of global policy and decision-making and turn your passion for politics and human rights into a flourishing career.

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Psychological Science

Begin your study of human behavior and mental processes while engaging in hands-on learning and collaboration with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Psychological Science

Minors

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Graduate Degree Programs

Graduate Studies at JCU include Master programs in Art History and International Affairs. 

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MA in Art History

Study in one of the world’s richest art-historical environments, surrounded by more than 2000 years of artistic culture, and earn your Master’s in the first Rome-based graduate program from a U.S.-accredited university.

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MA in International Affairs

Make your mark on global politics by pursuing your graduate degree in a program that empowers you with the knowledge, skill and practical experience necessary for success in the global arena.

MA in International Affairs

Affiliated Programs

Together with the Politecnico di Milano's Graduate School of Management (POLIMI GSom), John Cabot University also offers a Master in Luxury Management & Customer Experience, and an Executive MBA. 

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Luxury Management
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