Cait Hoffmann
Associate Director of Enrollment Operations & Admissions
Based in: Vermont
AIRR-NA Member Institution
The American University of Rome
Rome, Italy
Institution at a Glance
- Year founded
- 1969
- Institution type
- American University Abroad
- Campus setting
- Urban
- Population category
- Small (under 5,000 students)
- Degree levels
- Postgraduate, Undergraduate
- Undergraduate length
- 4-year
- Undergraduate students
- 850
- Postgraduate students
- 50
- International students
- 750
About the Institution
The American University of Rome (AUR) is an accredited US university in the heart of Rome. With a student population of 800, AUR is known for it's small class sizes and focus on experiential learning.
North American Representatives
Academics and Programs
Undergraduate study
AUR offers 11 undergraduate majors and 29 minors. Our Bachelor's degrees are 4 years in length.
Popular programs include:
Business Administration
International Relations
Psychology
Postgraduate study
AUR offers 3 15-month Master's programs in the following fields:
Cultural Heritage
Food Studies
Peace Studies
Areas represented: Arts, Business & Management Studies, Creative Arts, Economics, Hospitality, Humanities, Psychology & Clinical Sciences
Admissions and Applications
Application type
Common App, Direct
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to submit academic transcripts covering the last three years of study. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required for consideration. Applicants with a GPA below may be considered for conditional acceptance. Applicants must also submit one academic reference. Applicants to the Fine Arts program must submit a portfolio.
Applications, dates and deadlines
AUR operates a ‘rolling’ admissions process with preference given to early applicants.
How to apply
Apply through the institutional portal or the Common App.
Standardized testing
SAT/ACT are not required for admission.
Costs, Scholarships, and Funding
Tuition and fees
Full-time undergraduate tuition & fees - $29,250
Estimated cost of living
Estimated Living Expenses - $24,000
Scholarships and funding
AUR offers merit scholarships and financial assistance grants. Applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarship. To be considered for financial assistance, applicants must submit the CSS Profile.
Student Life and Support
Student life and location
AUR offers a close-knit, international campus community where students quickly get to know their classmates, professors, and staff. With students from more than 60 countries, daily life is highly multicultural, and there are plenty of ways to get involved through student clubs, athletics, events, volunteer opportunities, and activities around Rome.
The campus is located in the residential Monteverde neighborhood on Rome’s Janiculum Hill, near Villa Doria Pamphili and Trastevere. Students might spend the morning in class, grab lunch at a neighborhood café, meet friends on campus, and head into the historic center in the afternoon or evening. Rome becomes an extension of the classroom and of student life, with museums, historic sites, restaurants, markets, parks, and cultural events all within reach.
Housing and support
AUR offers optional university-arranged accommodation in furnished shared apartments and residences in residential neighborhoods around campus, giving students the experience of living in Rome rather than in a traditional dormitory. Students may also arrange housing independently. Students who want AUR accommodation should apply early, as space is limited; housing application deadlines are June 30 for Fall and November 20 for Spring.
Students have access to a range of academic and personal support throughout their time at AUR. Academic resources include the Writing Center and Math and Italian Helpdesks, while health and well-being support includes confidential counseling, wellness initiatives, and access to healthcare support, including an on-campus doctor. AUR also works with students who require learning or physical accommodations and encourages students to communicate their needs before arrival so appropriate support can be arranged.
Careers and Outcomes
AUR’s Career Development and Internship Office helps students connect their studies with future careers through one-to-one advising, CV and cover letter support, interview and networking workshops, and access to internship and job opportunities. Students can complete credit-bearing internships with companies, NGOs, cultural organizations, diplomatic institutions, and international organizations in Rome and beyond. AUR also offers REAL Projects, which allow students to work in teams on projects and challenges provided by real organizations. Recent internship hosts have included KPMG, the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization, the Fulbright Commission, the Jesuit Refugee Service, museums, embassies, galleries, media organizations, and businesses.
Career preparation continues through employer and alumni engagement and support for students considering employment or graduate study after AUR. Among responding members of AUR’s Class of 2024, 85% were working full-time or pursuing an advanced degree within six months of graduation.
Information for Counselors
AUR welcomes students from a wide range of national and international curricula and reviews applications holistically, taking into account academic performance, curriculum rigor, growth, and the context of the student’s school system. First-year applicants should submit transcripts covering their last three years of secondary study; for students still in school, the transcript should identify the final qualification they are working toward and expected completion date. Documents not issued in English require a certified English translation. An academic recommendation is required, while SAT and ACT scores are optional. Counselors can also provide a school profile or grading-scale information when useful to help AUR understand the student’s academic context.
AUR operates rolling admissions, but counselors are encouraged to have students apply early, particularly international students who may need additional time for the Italian student visa process. Questions about an applicant, curriculum, documentation, or the admissions process can be directed to the Admissions Office. Counselors visiting Rome can also arrange a campus tour; tours are led by student ambassadors and offer a firsthand look at AUR’s academic spaces and student experience. Virtual tours and one-to-one meetings with Admissions counselors are available for those unable to visit in person.