Internships
Semester students with junior or senior class standing can apply for a part time 3-credit internship to be completed as part of their elective program. JCU’s selective internship program offers a wonderful opportunity for motivated students to pursue a major or minor field of study under the guidance of an internship supervisor. For more information on internships see JCU Internships.

Global Leadership Certificate
Students can supplement a regular semester of studies with the SAI Global Leadership Certificate (GLC), designed to enrich students’ experiences and to acknowledge their academic and service work by providing an additional credential beyond a university transcript. Students enrolled in the Global Leadership Certificate program broaden their awareness of global issues and deepen their knowledge of the host community’s role in an increasingly interconnected world through exploration of research, engagement in community service and interaction with experts and leaders. Students interested in applying for the GLC should select the program at application. GLC applicants should have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).

International Service Certificate
The SAI International Service Certificate is awarded to SAI semester students who are motivated to engage with and give back to their host community. Supported by SAI on-site staff, students who earn the certificate gain valuable skills collaborating with local community groups, and obtain a unique perspective of their host city. Volunteers are able to explore a field of their interest, and build skills that can transfer into their future careers. For more information see SAI International Service Certificate.

Certificate in Entrepreneurship
JCU offers a Certificate in Entrepreneurship, which provides students with a taste of the entrepreneurial world early on in their careers. Students that successfully complete the program will acquire a good understanding of how to identify, evaluate and execute business ideas; meet entrepreneurs, investors and scholars in the discipline; apply their new knowledge to a real project or situation; and gain a tangible way to signal their interest in entrepreneurship on their resume. To apply, students must register for at least one pre-approved entrepreneurial course (see below) and fill out an application once in Rome. To earn the certificate, students attend 3 entrepreneurship events throughout the term and write summaries of each, and produce a final reflection paper. Students receive an official JCU certificate, which can be added to a resume.

Pre-approved entrepreneurial courses:

• Introduction to Entrepreneurship
• International Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Decisions in Entrepreneurship
• For-credit internship in a startup or an organization that operates in the entrepreneurial ecosystem 
• Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
• Entrepreneurial Finance
• Social Entrepreneurship
• Innovation Management

Courses & Schedule
JCU courses run Monday – Thursday, and SAI students are free to enroll in any combination of elective courses.

Course Registration
SAI students complete their course registration directly with JCU through their JCU student account. Students receive their student account login about 1 week before registration opens. JCU courses are competitive, and students should complete their course registration on the registration date. JCU course registration begins on the following date:

Fall Semester: coming soon

Honors Program
Students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 have the option of taking specially designated Honors Courses for 4 academic credits. Students who register for such courses as Honors Courses must complete additional assignments (e.g., research papers or portfolios) in which they delve more deeply into the subject matter in question. Students taking a course as an Honors Course also enjoy additional mentoring time with the instructor. For more information on the Honors Program see JCU Honors.

*prices are subject to change

Note: certain SAI-affiliated US universities require specific payment arrangements. These may require that some fees are paid by the student directly to SAI, and other fees are paid to SAI by the affiliated university on behalf of the student. If you attend a SAI-affiliated university please contact your study abroad office or speak with your SAI Admissions Counselor for details.

In addition to SAI scholarships, eligible students are encouraged to apply for the JCU Columbus Guarini Scholarship (external link), available to Italian descendants with financial need.

This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!

• Program tuition and U.S. academic credit
• Accommodation in carefully selected student housing
• Airport pickup on arrival day
• Welcome reception and events
• Orientation to the host city and school
• On-site staff who foster a welcoming community and provide assistance when needed
• SAI Viva Experience: cultural engagement, excursions & wellness activities
• Student health insurance providing full coverage and medical emergency evacuation
• 20 meals at Tiber Café
• 24-hour on-site emergency support
• Farewell event

Pre-departure and Re-entry services

• Knowledgeable Admissions Counselor dedicated to you, providing friendly assistance
• Helpful pre-departure tools and resources
• Parent & family resources
• Online student groups to acquaint you with other SAI students
• Student visa advising
• Assistance with financial aid processing
• Need-based SAI scholarships 
• Alumni Ambassador Program, with paid internship opportunities
• SAI alumni network

SAI offers all students the Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities, at no extra cost, for participants to get to know their community, city and country. Following is a sample of the activities included in this program. Please note that actual activities may differ.

Welcome to Rome and the Roman Hills
SAI welcomes students with a day trip to Frascati in the beautiful Roman hills. Students tour the town and discuss its history, enjoy the views from a family-run vineyard, and share a meal featuring local specialties.

Olive Oil Harvest & Tasting
Students will visit an olive grove farm in the countryside of Rome where they will learn how Italy’s prestigious extra-virgin olive oil is produced. They will see firsthand how olives are harvested from groves and visit a traditional frantoio (olive oil mill) to see the olives being freshly pressed into oil. Finally they will taste the oil and enjoy a light lunch featuring the freshly pressed olive oil.

Discover Monti
Once the slum of ancient Rome, Monti is now one of the city’s coolest and most charming neighborhoods home to vintage stores, art studios, chic cafés, and quaint squares. Students will visit Domus Aurea (“Golden House”), an impressive palace built by Emperor Nero, and go on a virtual reality tour. They will then explore the neighborhood’s shops and conclude with lunch at a famous local trattoria.

Ancient Rome Tour
Visit the Centro Storico, Rome’s historic center, and step back in time on a guided tour of some of the most iconic monuments of the eternal city: the Spanish steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona.

Hike to Janiculum Hill
Walk up to the Janiculum Hill for a bird’s eye view of Roma! As the sun sets over the city, enjoy a refreshing “grattachecca” – Italian ice – and take in the amazing views of your new home!

A Taste of Rome Food Tour
Students get to know their new home by exploring the Trastevere neighborhood and tasting some of Rome’s most celebrated culinary traditions.

Day Trip to the Beach
Take advantage of the summer weather while it lasts! Spend the day North of Rome at a wonderful beach on the coastline of Lazio. Students will visit Santa Severa, a small seaside village known for its castle on the beach. The clean sea, crisp air and peaceful atmosphere have made Santa Severa a perfect holiday destination. Explore the town, relax on the beach and soak in the Mediterranean sun.

Day Trip to Naples
Southern Italy’s largest city, Naples is famous for its exuberant mix of Old World charm and modern grit. Venture out in one of the oldest cities in Europe, with enough art, architecture, and archeology to hold its own against other metropolitan cities. Take a step back in the past with a food tour of typical Neapolitan dishes and pastries through the narrow, folkloristic, and quaint streets of Napoli.

Night at the Opera
Get dressed up and spend the evening at Rome’s world famous opera house, Teatro dell’Opera.

Treasures of Tivoli
Just a short train ride outside of Rome, Tivoli is a pristine mountain town with cascading waterfalls, exquisite gardens and world-renowned historical sites. Students tour one of Tivoli’s most enchanting gardens, Villa d’Este, which is a jaw dropping gem and a UNESCO world heritage site. The afternoon ends with lunch at a nearby farm featuring all locally produced specialties.

Italian Cooking Lessons
Students join Italian cooking lessons taught by local Roman Chef Andrea Consoli. Each lesson covers how to make a traditional Roman three-course meal that is easy to recreate independently. At the end of the lesson, students enjoy their own homemade Italian meal.

Farewell Evening
Students celebrate the end of a successful term abroad and say their goodbyes over a delicious Italian meal.

Standard Housing: Student apartment
SAI student apartments are convenient and well equipped, with shared occupancy bedrooms (option to upgrade to private bedroom, if available). Typical residences house 2 – 8 students and contain a combination of private and shared bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and living areas. Furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens and towels are provided. All apartments are equipped with wireless Internet. Housing configurations are designated as female, male, and in some locations, gender-inclusive. SAI on-site staff is available to respond to any maintenance needs that may arise.

Passports
Passports should be valid for 3 months after planned departure from Italy.

Student Visas
In accordance with Italian law, students studying in Italy for 91 days or more are required to obtain a student visa. Those with Italian/EU citizenship are exempted. Non-US nationals should consult their local Consulate for information on student visa requirements.

Students must appear in person at the Italian Consulate to present their student visa application. Our Student Visa Office is available to assist students in getting ready for the appointment; SAI provides student visa consulting for all our students at no cost.