Rome, Italy

September 4 - December 15, 2008
Rome, the “Eternal City” is breathtaking. So much history lines every street that you could have something to do everyday during your semester abroad. The rest of Italy, outside of Rome, offers picturesque landscapes and a chance to see areas that were once the center of the modern world.

Orientation Information
The Office of Global Studies is holding a series of visa orientations to help prepare you for your trip. You can also find instructions on the visa application process in the visa information section. Download the Orientation PDF for the orientation session you select.

Important Forms
In addition to the obtaining a visa, our office requires that you turn in important information like your medical forms, a waiver of liability and photocopies of your passports. These documents provide us with important information about you, and ensure that if you have any problems while abroad, the Office of Global Studies in New York will be able to help you right away. For these reasons, deadlines are important.  Handing forms in late—or failing to hand in forms—may jeopardize your ability to participate in the program.  Make sure to follow all of our deadlines and be on the lookout here and in your e-mail inbox for important reminders and updates.

Confirmation Form
Due Date: ASAP–programs fill quickly!
Use this form to confirm, deny or withdraw your admission from study abroad.
Confirmation Form for St. John's Students
Confirmation Form for Non-St. John's Students

Assumption of Risk and Release Form
Due Date: July 31, 2008
A standard release, which includes an authorization for medical treatment if necessary.
Assuption of Risk and Release Form for All Students

Medical Form
Due Date: July 31,2008
Medical history and pertinent information filled out by you and your physician.
Medical Form for All Students

Emergency Contact  Form
Due Date: July 31, 2008
Visiting students use this form to provide contact information for your family or friends in case of an emergency abroad.  St. John’s student should visit St. John’s Central, and update their emergency contact information in UIS.
Emergency Contact Form for Non-St. John's Students

Roommate Questionnaire Form
Due Date: July 31, 2008
This form will help us place you with a suitable roommate.  If there is someone that you already know you would like to live please indicate that on the form as well.
Roommate Questionnaire Form for All Students

Flight Itinerary Information Form
Due Date: July 31, 2008
Provide us with your flight information so that we know when to expect your arrival.
Flight Itinerary Information Form for All Students

Additional Information
Photocopy of Passport
Due Date: July 31, 2008
Photocopy of the picture page of your passport. We use this to help you in the unlikely event that your passport is lost or stolen while abroad.

Photocopy of Insurance Card
Due Date: July 31, 2008
You must be covered by international health insurance while abroad. In tandem with your medical form, this document provides us with proof of your coverage.

Refund PolicyInformation concerning the refund of tuition and program fees if you withdraw from a program.

Scholarship Information
Detailed information about internal and external scholarships and grants available to students studying abroad.

Letter to Parents
Information for the parents of students studying abroad, with details about what parents can do to help students as they prepare to go abroad.