Pre-College Study Abroad: Rome is a program only for high school students, designed to allow you to explore multiple interconnected academic fields through hands-on learning and through travel. You will benefit from learning in a small, diverse group of high school students; working with Temple faculty and staff; exploring a new city and culture; stepping outside of your comfort zone to develop your independence and confidence; and understanding the academic options available to you as a future college student, such as the Temple University Rome Entry Year (TREY) program.

The cost of Temple’s 10-day program in Rome is $5000 which includes program fees, 2- college credits, housing, meals and excursions. Students pay flight costs of $1760.  Flights must be purchased through Temple.  Commuting Italian students may attend for a fee of $2200.

Yes. You will need to fill out an additional page on your application to be considered for aid and scholarships. Unfortunately, full scholarships are typically not possible.

This program will be limited to no more than 21 students.We encourage you to apply early for your best chance of getting a spot in the program.  The application opens Jan 1 and closes March 15.  Application received after April 1 will be reviewed if space remains in the program.

Students who are entering grades 10, 11, or 12 in the fall of 2025 are eligible to apply. If you don't have a valid passport at the time of application, you must have one by May 1. You must also be under age 18 at the time of travel.

Instructors in this program are all Temple University faculty based on the Rome Campus. The program is organized and supervised by the Temple Pre-College staff and the Temple Rome student life staff. The staff: student ratio will be no greater than 1:10.

No. All program activities, sightseeing, etc. will be done as a group. Leaving campus without an adult, or separating from the group is not permitted.

Pre-College Study Abroad: Rome requires an application to be admitted. This program accepts students of all academic backgrounds and interests who express a desire to participate in the program and to learn. Click "Apply Now" to get started with your free application.

Application Deadline
The application opens on December 1 and closes on April 1. Priority is given to applications received by March 1. Due to the limited number of seats an interview is required in addition to your transcripts, essay and teacher recommendation.

Notification of Acceptance
You will be notified one-two weeks after your interview whether you are accepted and will be given instructions at that time on how to claim your space in your program by paying your 10% deposit.

Enrolling in the Program
Once you receive your acceptance, you are considered enrolled in the program when you pay your 10% deposit. Information on how to pay this deposit will be provided to you in your acceptance email, along with how to purchase your flight. The deadline to enroll is March 15, with later registrations accepted if space allows through April 15.

The Pre-College Study Abroad: Rome program and its curriculum is developed and delivered through a partnership between Temple University's University College, Temple University Rome and the Fox School of Business B4USoar program.