John Cabot University welcomed over 1900 new and returning students to its vibrant urban campus in the heart of Rome’s historic Trastevere neighborhood.
With a total of 1055 undergraduate degree-seeking, 810 visiting students, and 54 MA students, the University’s total enrollment is 1919, making John Cabot University one of the largest American universities in Europe.
New degree-seeking students come from Argentina, Bolivia, Canada, Croatia, France, Honduras, Italy, Kenya, Peru, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, and the United States. US states represented include Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming.
Here are some first impressions that we gathered from our new students:
"My first impression of John Cabot University is that it is a global community, with students and faculty from around the world coming together in the heart of Rome. From day one, I’ve felt welcomed into a place where I can build a strong academic foundation, expand my perspectives across cultures, and begin shaping my future career. I’m incredibly excited to be on this journey and to see where it leads!" Vaquel Pender, Business Administration major, Maryland, USA
"My first two days at John Cabot have been incredibly exciting and full of positive energy. I’ve already met so many amazing people and had some truly meaningful experiences, which have made me even more eager for what’s ahead. I can’t wait to see what JCU has in store for me as I begin this new chapter." Charlize Caro, Communications major, New York, USA
"My first impression of John Cabot University has been extremely positive: from the very beginning, the community has felt welcoming, dynamic, and deeply engaging. During orientation, I’ve already had so much fun meeting new people from different backgrounds, and I can really feel the vibrant international spirit of the university. I’m truly excited to start classes and begin this new academic chapter at JCU." Claudia Mauti, Communications major, Rome, Italy
"One of my favorite things about John Cabot University is how welcoming the community feels from the very start. I’ve been especially impressed by the facilities and the university’s beautiful buildings, which make the campus both inspiring and comfortable. It already feels like a place where I can feel at home while pursuing my studies." Annalisa Agliati, Psychological Science major, Como, Italy
JCU is now accepting applications for Summer and Fall 2026!
