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Financial Aid

John Cabot University offers student loans, generous scholarships, and merit and need-based awards to help you pay for your education.

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Affordable and Accessible Education 

Studying in Rome might seem like an unattainable dream. But at JCU, it doesn't have to be. Whether you're earning a degree with us or studying abroad on our campus for a semester, we're dedicated to helping make this unforgettable experience affordable.

Tuition & Fees

$6M Awarded in scholarships and grants per year
3,000+ Degree-Seeking and Visiting Students
85% Students Received a JCU Scholarship or Grant
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Types of Financial Aid

Depending on your student status, you may be eligible for different types of aid. Review the list below to learn more about our many financial aid opportunities.

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Student Loans and Grants

Get direct, need-based loans to help pay for your tuition.  Options include: U.S. Federal Direct Student Loans, U.S. Private Student Loans, Italian private loans, and International government-funded loans and grants.

Student Loans

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Aid for Study Abroad Students

Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and cost shouldn't be an obstacle. Combine financial aid from your home institution with the support we offer to afford your study abroad experience.

Study Abroad Financial Aid

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Internal Scholarships

JCU offers many merit-based scholarships, including the Global Explorer Scholarship, the Presidential Scholarship, and the Dean's List Scholarship. Eligibility for these and other awards varies depending on your student type and home country. Find more information on scholarship options on the Undergraduate and Graduate Financial Aid pages.   

Merit-Based Scholarship Application

We also offer scholarships to eligible students enrolled in the English Language for University Studies (ENLUS) program. 

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External Scholarships

JCU also partners with several external organizations and foundations to offer scholarships to outstanding and qualified students.

Secchia Scholars: This program offers five scholarship types open to all JCU students. The criteria for each are listed on the program page.

Columbus Citizens Foundation (CFF) Scholarship: This generous scholarship is open to students of at least 25% Italian descent.

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Veteran & Military Aid

At JCU, we proudly support U.S. veterans and their families. We accept various Veterans Affairs (VA) educational benefits to help you achieve your goals after service.

Veteran and Military Family Education Benefits

We're Here to Help

Contact Us

Office of Financial Aid +39 06 68191362 [email protected] Critelli Campus - Piazza G. G. Belli, 11 00153 Rome
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