Rome in Residence

Study in the Heart of Rome

Imagine walking past the Pantheon on your way to class, stopping for a cappuccino, and walking up a marble stairwell to your classroom in a 15th century palazzo built on the foundations of a Roman temple to Venus.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

  • Applications for Summer 2026 are now open – deadline: January 31, 2026
  • Applications for Spring 2026 are now closed – deadline: November 15, 2025
  • Applications for Winter 2026 are now closed – deadline: May 15, 2025

Apply to the Program

Rome in Residence is UW’s campus-based program, run out of the newly renovated UW Rome Center. The UW Rome Center is located in the ancient heart of Rome just off the Campo de’ Fiori. This new program allows you to complete general education requirements and choose from up to seven 5-credit courses all about Rome, giving you an all-round and in-depth appreciation of the Eternal City.

Living and studying in the center of historic Rome will give you the opportunity to interact with the local community and discover some of the most important archeological, architectural, and artistic riches in Italy. You’ll learn from instructors based in Rome with fellow UW students, visit numerous local museums and archeological sites, go on field trips in nearby towns, and build your Italian skills. And eat pizza. Really good pizza.

View the Winter 2026 Schedule

Program Details
Upcoming terms quarters:

  • Autumn 2025: September 24 – December 5
  • Winter 2026: January 5 – March 13
  • Spring 2026: March 30 – June 5
  • Summer 2026: June 22 – August 28
Eligibility: All majors & pre-majors
Estimated Program fee: $7,950 (includes instruction & housing)
Credit: 15 UW credits
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Why choose Rome in Residence?

Live like a Roman

Stay in apartments with other UW students, all within a 30 minute walk of the UW Rome Center. Many are located in beautiful, centuries-old buildings with steep staircases and architectural elements typical of historic buildings.

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Complete general ed requirements

Complete basic UW degree requirements with a Roman twist! You will be taught by our outstanding and inspiring local faculty who are based in Rome and have deep experience and expertise in Rome, its culture and its history.

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Scholarships available

Learn more about study abroad scholarships and other resources to help you pay for the program. We offer financial planning advising, tips on budgeting, and information on how to use Financial Aid. Get started early! 

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