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John Cabot University

Rome, Italy

John Cabot University (JCU) is an independent American liberal arts university in Rome, Italy, founded in 1972. It offers undergraduate and graduate programmes, as well as study-abroad opportunities, in English. The university combines an American-style liberal arts education with an international perspective.
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John Cabot University has a multi-campus urban infrastructure in Rome’s Trastevere neighbourhood, combining historic buildings with modern academic facilities. Its infrastructure includes the Frohring Library, study rooms, auditoriums, computer laboratories, media-production facilities, classrooms, art and design studios, photography and printmaking facilities, a darkroom, digital fabrication equipment, and student cafés and social spaces. The university operates seven computer laboratories with more than 100 computers and 50 iMacs, supported by high-speed printing and campus-wide Wi-Fi. Its newer Pavoncello Campus includes state-of-the-art art and design studios, a screening room, rooftop terrace and community spaces, while student housing provides furnished apartments, Wi-Fi, kitchens and access to fitness facilities.
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John Cabot University has a multi-campus urban infrastructure in Rome’s Trastevere neighbourhood, combining historic buildings with modern academic facilities. Its infrastructure includes the Frohring Library, study rooms, auditoriums, computer laboratories, media-production facilities, classrooms, art and design studios, photography and printmaking facilities, a darkroom, digital fabrication equipment, and student cafés and social spaces. The university operates seven computer laboratories with more than 100 computers and 50 iMacs, supported by high-speed printing and campus-wide Wi-Fi. Its newer Pavoncello Campus includes state-of-the-art art and design studios, a screening room, rooftop terrace and community spaces, while student housing provides furnished apartments, Wi-Fi, kitchens and access to fitness facilities.

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Student Support

John Cabot University provides comprehensive student support through academic advising, tutoring, counselling, health and wellbeing services, disability accommodations, and career guidance. Its Advising and Academic Success Program offers individual and small-group academic advising, while students can access writing, mathematics and foreign-language tutoring. The university also provides free counselling and psychiatric services, an on-campus doctor and 24/7 medical advice. Career Services offers personalised career counselling, internships, workshops, company visits and job opportunities. International students also receive assistance with practical and administrative matters, while disability-related academic accommodations are available for eligible students. 

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Student Life

John Cabot University offers a vibrant and internationally oriented student life through student clubs, athletic programmes, cultural activities, community service, performing arts and leadership opportunities. Students can join more than 20 active clubs and organisations, while cultural programmes include excursions and trips across Italy and Europe. Residential life brings students from different cultural backgrounds together through shared apartments and community activities, while the university also organises cooking classes, outdoor activities and social events. 

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Housing facilities (Accommodation)

John Cabot University provides apartment-style student accommodation in Rome, including the Gianicolo Residence, Lungara Apartments, Trastevere Apartments and nearby neighbourhood apartments. Shared apartments are furnished and generally include equipped kitchens, Wi-Fi, washing machines, linens and regular cleaning of common areas. Students receive support from Residence Directors and Resident Assistants, while residences offer security and 24/7 emergency assistance. Graduate students can also choose external accommodation through approved providers such as Dotcampus and The Social Hub.

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Student Safety

John Cabot University provides several measures to support student safety, including security staff on campus, 24/7 emergency support, International SOS emergency messaging, and dedicated Residence Directors and Resident Assistants for students living in university housing. Many university residences also provide 24/7 security and controlled building access. Students receive emergency guidance during orientation and can contact JCU’s emergency number or Italy’s unified 112 service when immediate assistance is required. The university also provides procedures for reporting safety concerns, harassment and discrimination and works with local police and emergency services when necessary. 

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Career Support

John Cabot University supports campus recruitment through its Center for Career Services, which connects students and alumni with employers through career fairs, company visits, internships, networking events, workshops and one-to-one career counselling. The university’s network currently includes 135 partner companies, and its Career Fair is held twice a year, bringing employers to campus for interviews, presentations and recruitment. Recent participating employers have included Rocco Forte Hotels, Thales Alenia Space, Birra Peroni, CIEE, Stairway Education and Skylife Management.

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