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Street image of romeUGA Classics In Rome?

Four and a half weeks of summer study in the heart of Rome, Italy, with all courses taught in English. Participants take three upper level courses in ancient Rome and its reception, all of which center around regular group field trips and explorations in the city. Some coverage of later periods (medieval, renaissance, baroque) will be included. Day trips outside the city include visits to the Etruscan sites of Tarquinia and Cerveteri, Hadrian’s villa and the Villa d’Este at Tivoli, and other venues. If finances permit, the group takes a three-day trip to the Bay of Naples to see Pompeii and other ancient sites buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, the Greek temples at Paestum and other ancient remains in Campania. A second field trip takes participants to Pienza and Florence, Tuscany.

The Program is not affiliated with any host institution in Italy. Students enrolled at UGA or any other Georgia System school receive on-campus credit just as if the courses had been taken in Athens.

Who is eligible?

Any student with a 3.0 GPA or above (exceptions may be made through an interview with the Director). No knowledge of Italian or previous acquaintance with ancient classical culture or languages is required (except for students who enroll in LATN 4405), but some familiarity with ancient Rome and classical culture is strongly recommended, the courses are designed with a minimal background in ancient studies assumed, and priority for admission is given to students with such background. Non-UGA students will be informed of how to apply for temporary admission with transient status in order to receive credit for the Program.

**PLEASE NOTE: This program is physically strenuous. Participants must be able to climb hills and walk several miles a day over uneven terrain.**

How many people participate?

Twenty students. Classes are small, and faculty readily available to the students. PLEASE NOTE: the Program is entirely dependent on sufficient student enrollment, and can be cancelled at any time if there are not enough students signed up.  In case of cancellation of the Program, all fees that have been paid will be refunded in full.

Where do the participants live?

In the historic center of Rome within steps of the Colosseum. Students live two or three to a room; all rooms have private baths; bedding, towels and room cleaning are provided. 

Undergraduate Programs

UGA Classics explores Greek and Roman culture (material; intellectual; religious) from Troy to Augustine; Classical languages and literatures (Greek, Latin, and in English translation); and the reception of Classical Antiquity with A.B. and M.A. Classics degrees with multiple areas of emphasis. Double Dawgs degrees focus on careers in Historic Preservation and World Language Education. Minor degrees in Classical Culture and Classics and Comparative Cultures complement degree programs across campus. New to Classics? Take a course with us on campus or in Europe and acquire future-ready skills.

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