BBA

English Writing, Literature and Publishing

Learn more about studying English Writing, Literature and Publishing as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    21,400EUR
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What The American University of Rome says about their program:

This program has been designed to help students find their narrative voice and thus create a unique tool that will enable them to develop and contribute wherever creative writing, reporting, and storytelling are required, in fiction and nonfiction settings. The Bachelor Degree in English Writing, Literature, and Publishing is a major that allows students to explore how language and narrative construct the world around us.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • American High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or any equivalent or higher national/international certification)

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    6

  • TOEFL

    82

  • Duolingo English Test

    100

  • CAE

    C1

English proficiency waivers

  • Student comes from native English country
  • High School medium of instruction was English
  • International baccalaureate
  • University English proficiency test

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Copy of your valid passport
  • Official school/college transcripts
  • Translations (if needed)
  • English test results (for non-native speakers of English)
  • Academic/professional references
  • Your personal statement
  • Your essay answer
  • Portfolio (BA Fine Arts only)
  • Interview
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Scholarships at The American University of Rome

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Fees

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    EUR21,000 or US$26,400 per year

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What is the cost of living near The American University of Rome?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Rome-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,085
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€786
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€184
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€29
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€10
Monthly public transport pass€35
Monthly grocery basket€306
Coffee shop drink€2
Cinema or cultural event ticket€10
Gym membership€63

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and wise.com (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for The American University of Rome

Many international students will require a visa to study in Italy, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

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