Communications - BA

Full program details & costs, with admission requirements. Discover your dream program.

Program facts

Rome, Italy

Program type

Bachelor's
Duration

4 years
Annual tuition fee

21,444 USD
Fee in university's local currency 18,000 EUR
Language taught in

English
Start date

September, January

Program Overview

What John Cabot University says about their program:
"The Bachelors of Arts in Communications is a rigorous, multi-disciplinary program designed to give students the analytical, critical, and creative skills that are fundamental to any career in the information age. The major provides students with superior skills in oral and written proficiency to excel in the creation, dissemination, and analysis of messages. In addition, the program is dedicated to integrating technology in its instruction and incorporating international contexts for the study of communications, so as to prepare students for an increasingly global industry.
This major focuses on intellectual development and ethical reasoning to empower students to take leadership roles and make a difference in a variety of fields both within and outside of the communications industry. Students with a BA in Communications can go on to careers in such fields as Film and Video Production, Journalism, Corporate Communications, Politics, Law, Community Organizing and Service, Education, Management, and Non-profit Administration."

Admissions requirements

Students applying from outside the United States may be required to submit additional documents, such as Evidence of English Language Proficiency and translations of transcripts, in addition to the regular undergraduate application materials. Learn more about our requirements.

Undergraduate

Admission to John Cabot's undergraduate program is based on a review of the following items:

Completed application form.
A 600 word personal essay.
€50 non-refundable application fee. Please note that only US and Canadian citizens may pay in dollars.
Official transcripts of all secondary and post-secondary school work to date
transcripts not in English or Italian must be accompanied by a certified English language translation.
Interview by phone, Skype, or in person.
Letter(s) of Recommendation or Teacher Evaluation Form. Two for freshman applicants, one for transfer applicants.
Evidence of English language Proficiency

We encourage all degree-seeking applicants and transfer applicants to submit their official high school transcripts or college / university transcripts via Parchment Services, E-Script or Student Clearinghouse.

Postgraduate

Applications are welcome from holders of a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited university who have completed at least twelve semester credit hours or the equivalent in the history of art with a grade-point average of at least 3.0 (B) or the equivalent. Seminars and courses are conducted in English and thus require proficiency in the English language, both spoken and written. Reading knowledge of Italian, French, or German at the time of entry into the program is strongly recommended.

For application you will need to have:

A completed application form
A personal statement of 600 words detailing your reasons for interest in the program
A sample (10-15 pages) of your academic writing in English, with footnotes and bibliography
Official transcripts of all post-secondary (undergraduate and graduate) study undertaken to date. Transcripts not in English or Italian must be accompanied by a certified English translation
Proof of completion of a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent at an accredited university, if not attested in the official transcripts
GRE scores - optional, but strongly recommended for applicants wishing to be considered for funding.
Three letters of reference from professors evaluating your academic work and appropriateness for graduate study
Evidence of English language proficiency

Fees and funding

The Office of Financial Aid is committed to making American degree programs in Rome as affordable as possible. Through the philanthropic support of donors the University are able create scholarships opportunities to help dedicated and deserving students pursue their degrees at JCU.

Visa requirements for John Cabot University

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.

Italy student visa requirements