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RomeRomeSetting | Program Options | Courses | Calendar | Costs | Language | Examinations | Applications | Accommodations | ExcursionsSettingRome is called "la Cittą Eterna"
(the Eternal City), and has a history extending nearly 2,800 years. Rome
has been the seat of ancient Rome (the Roman Kingdom, Roman Republic,
Roman Empire), and later the Papal States, Kingdom of Italy and Italian
Republic, and evidence of its rich history is found throughout the city.
Rome is home to the Roman Forum, the Vatican, the Pantheon, and countless
other churches and monuments, and evidence of Rome's vast history surrounds
the visitor. Program Options
The
Lorenzo de'Medici of Rome offers a curriculum that takes advantage of
Rome's setting and impoortance for studying the economy, religion, philosophy,
history, art, architecture, film, and archeology. Students are able to
visit many sites of relevance to the subjects offered.
Courses include
traditional subjects such as history, classical civilizations, art and
literature, or more contemporary subjects such as international
business, political science, film studies, philosophy and religion, environmental
studies, and Italian language. Many courses are taught both in the classroom
and outside, with seminars and excursions througout the city. The
curriculum is especially strong in film and business, and close connection
exists with Cinecitta, the largest film and television production facility
in Europe.
Semester (Fall & Spring) or Academic Year Semester Program (Fall & Spring) or Academic YearItalian Language (mandatory) 3 or 4 credits + 4 elective courses. Italian Language (16 credits)
Students also have the option to study in Rome as part of the 3-Cities Program. See the course listings by semester and the Course Catalogue.
For one or two semesters in other LDM sites, see the Tuscania Program, Florence Program, and Venice Program. A student may also select the 3-Cities program for Fall or Spring semester. 3-Cities Semester ProgramThis is a special semester program that offers study in three cities -- Tuscania, Rome, and Florence/Venice --during one semester and focuses on the roots of western culture. Students have the opportunity to retrace the steps of Greek, Etruscan, Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance cultures by living and studying in three cities which embody these civilizations in all their richness and splendor.
The Spring 2012 program includes the cities of Tuscania, Rome and Venice while the Fall 2011 program includes Tuscania, Rome and Florence. Students spend one month in Tuscania followed by one month in Rome, then they complete the experience in Venice (Spring) or Florence (Fall). They follow a stuctured and integrated program of five 3-credit courses, which together comprise both a unique investigation into the roots of Western civilization and a solid grounding in Italian language and culture. See the 3-Cities Program descriptions: Fall 2011 with Florence as the third city and Spring 2012 with Venice as the third city. (Fall 2012 will be similar.) In the Course section below see the 3-Cities Program (Spring, Fall) for the listing of courses by semester.
Summer ProgramEnrollment in this program allows students to choose courses from the following disciplines: Italian language, studio arts ,film, arts and humanities, archeology, and wine and culture. See the course listings by summer month and the Course Catalogue. CoursesFor more information about available courses, see the course schedules below. For information on course descriptions, see the Lorenzo De'Medici Course Catalogue, as well as course listings by major area. The syllabus for a course is available on request. (Note: the most current January Intersession, Spring, Summer, and Fall schedules will be issued when available; courses will be similar to those in the prior year. Generally, they are released in August for January and Spring; November, for Summer; and February/March, for Fall).
Download a Current Course Schedule:
CalendarSee
the calendar page for: Weekly
and Monthly Language & Culture Courses
Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 Summer 2012 (June, July) -
tuition costs per session: All classes are taught in English
except language classes and those specified as taught in Italian. Students can choose one or
two three-credit courses during the summer session and three or four electives
(three-credits each) plus Italian language during the semester sessions.
The program offers a transcript and identifies credit for a student's
home university. At the conclusion of the program, participants will receive
a transcript from Lorenzo de'Medici (through EHI) that is necessary to
transfer credit. Those interested in obtaining credit must arrange for
their own institution's acceptance of credit. Credit earned at Lorenzo
de'Medici is generally accepted by US and Canadian colleges and universities. Persons who wish to
apply should complete the application and send by mail or electronically
to the European Heritage Institute. See details of
the application process.
Students can make their own
housing arrangements or request European Heritage Institute's (EHI) services.
EHI will discuss housing options with applicants and help identify the
best available accommodations at the time of application that meet needs
and preferences. Based on their selection, participants will receive housing
assistance. LdM options include the following:
Rome offers activities all
year. The school may include a meeting with Italian or international
artists. The program includes activities in and around Rome. Optional overnight excursions
are scheduled for each study period. Students may sign up in advance.
Costs will be about $315, depending on the exchange rate. Specific
information on excursions is available upon request. Recent trips
have included: Ponza Island, Val d'Orcia, and the Marche Region. Rome
is also centrally located for independent travel to Naples, Pompei,
and Capri; Florence; Milan; Venice; and many other locations. |
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$7,700 (semester) Tuition for Italian
(3-4 credits) plus four courses selected by student (total of 15/16 credit
hours) 
