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Arrival Information

Arrival Information

Housing Move-In/Move-Out Dates

JCU Housing is not available before or after the dates listed below. You are expected to be completely moved out of Housing by 12:00 noon of the last day of move-out.

No housing will be available to students under any circumstances before or after the scheduled move-in/out dates. If you arrive in Rome before the move-in date, you must arrange for your own accommodations and transportation to the Gianicolo Residence until your accommodations become available. If you are traveling with family or friends, please note that overnight guests are not allowed to stay in JCU housing with you.

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Shuttle Service

On the move-in date(s), for students staying with JCU Housing, the university arranges a shuttle service from Rome-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) Terminal 3 to their assigned accommodation between 9am and 6pm.

VERY IMPORTANT: If, for any reason (delays, missed flights, booking mistakes, etc.) you are unable to meet the JCU representatives at the meeting point at Fiumicino Airport Terminal 3 during the hours of operation (9AM to 6PM,) you will need to arrange for your accommodations and transportation to the Housing Office at the Gianicolo Residence on Vicolo della Penitenza, which is open from 9AM to 6PM on weekdays.

Please note that if your plane arrives before 9AM, you can wait for the JCU representatives near the Info desk at Terminal 3 of Fiumicino Airport.

Booking Your Flight

When choosing a flight into Rome, try to find one that arrives no later than 5PM on the move-in date. This should give you enough time to land, retrieve your belongings, and meet the JCU representatives at the airport before 6PM. Please remember that there can be significant delays in passport control and in customs.

We encourage first-time international travelers to find a direct flight to Rome from the US. If you are going to take a connecting flight, remember to book your flight early so you will be able to pick and choose your connecting cities.

Alternative Transfer Services

If you are ineligible for our shuttle service, we recommend Rome Transfers Agency*. They are a reliable company that can arrange for your airport transfer. They may be contacted at +39-339-385-5056. You may also ask for a JCU discount.

*Rome Transfers Agency is a private operator independent of John Cabot University. They are solely responsible for the delivery of their services. John Cabot University is not responsible for any loss, damages or inconvenience. JCU will not intervene in case of dissatisfaction with their service or lack thereof.

Prepare For Your Journey

Checklists

Pre-Departure Checklist

  • Review policies and submit the Housing Application
  • Pay the housing deposit
  • Look for a confirmation email from the housing officeJoin our Facebook group – invitation included in your confirmation email

Before booking air travel

  • Review your housing application: anything to add or change?
  • Review the earliest and latest move-in/out dates
  • Review airport pick-up hours of operation
  • Keep interacting within Facebook group searching for potential roommates
  • Expect to receive our Welcome to JCU Housing Letter sent via email

Online check-in, done prior to arrival

  • Submit housing contract (link included in welcome letter)
    Review the Roman Housing Booklet
    Print useful documents: Arrival Survival Guide 
  • Scan, save and print a copy of your passport and visa pages

Packing

  • Review our advice within the Roman Housing Booklet
  • Familiarize yourself with JCU Housing Policies and Regulations. You will be responsible for these policies and regulations in JCU Housing.

Upon Arrival Check-in Flow

  • Clear customs and walk into the arrival waiting area
  • Make your way to the meeting point at Fiumicino Airport Terminal 3 arrivals near the Information desk
  • Drop your luggage off with the JCU representatives
  • Take the provided transportation to your housing check-in point
  • Have your passport in hand
  • Receive the keys to your assigned apartment
  • Receive apartment maps with directions
  • Be aware of your assigned time for the MANDATORY Housing Workshop
  • Read over your Resident Assistant's Letter and take note of the time and place for that MANDATORY meeting too
  • Meet Student Services Representatives and receive your orientation bracelet
  • Review the conditions and provisions in your apartment; and fill out the mandatory online 'Housing Inventory Form' within 48 hours from your arrival (link included in email received upon move-in)
  • Attend the Mandatory Housing Workshop - don't make evening or travel plans during orientation weekend!
  • Attend the mandatory meeting with your assigned Resident Assistant
  • Discuss the Roommate Agreement form with your new roommates
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