Program Overview

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Introduction to the Rome, Italy Winter Break Program

The Rome, Italy Winter Break program is a unique academic opportunity offered by Manhattan University. This two-week January program allows students to earn required academic credit while studying Catholic Thought with Manhattan University faculty in Rome, Italy.

Program Description

Using the city itself as the classroom, students will engage directly with churches, sacred spaces, and works of religious art that illuminate the historical development of sainthood and spiritual tradition. The program also includes an overnight excursion to Assisi, expanding the experience beyond Rome and into the broader religious and cultural landscape of Italy.

Dates Offered

• The program is offered in January as a two-week winter intersession.

Courses and Credits

• This program is open to all majors.
• RELS 216/300: Saints and Catholic Imagination

Logistics

• Participants will travel with a group of Manhattan University students and will be led by an MU faculty member.
• The program fee includes:
  • Tuition
  • Excursions and cultural visits
  • Round-trip flights out of New York City
  • Housing in shared rooms for the duration of the program
  • Some meals
  • International health insurance

Participation Criteria

Details regarding participation criteria, including any prerequisites or requirements for enrollment, are essential for potential applicants.

Scholarships

Information on available scholarships can be found through the university's financial aid resources.

Application Process

The application process involves several steps, including submission of an application and supporting documents. Specific details on the application process can be obtained from the university's admissions office.

University Overview

Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic institution dedicated to the treatment of all people with dignity and respect. The university strives to create an equitably inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment, fostering a sense of belonging among all its members.