Admissions
Eligibility: Applicants must be currently registered undergraduates majoring in classics or classical history/civilization, or in archaeology or art history with strong classical interests and background. All applicants should have at least a B average. A background in Roman History is strongly advised. Preference will be given to those students who are prepared to take courses in Latin and/or ancient Greek at the intermediate level or higher. Priority for spaces goes to students who are undergraduates at one of the ICCS member colleges or universities. When space permits, qualified and currently registered undergraduate students from non-member institutions may be accepted at an additional fee.
Selection is made on the basis of a transcript, a completed online application, ICCS online questionnaire, a statement of purpose, and two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the ICCS Representative at the applicant's home institution. Except for the transcript, all of these items should be submitted through the online application system.
The program is strenuous. There is extensive walking and some climbing. Our experience has been that participants must be in good physical condition to be able to participate successfully. Therefore, we ask that you consider your general health, physical abilities, and stamina (including problems with diet and medication)before applying to this program.
Application process: Click here to go to our on-line application.
Participation requirements: Among other requirements for participation, students must comply with the items listed below.
- Be working toward an undergraduate degree during the semester in Rome
- Have a valid passport
- Provide ten photographs upon acceptance to the program
- Have U.S.-purchased medical insurance
- Obtain an Italian student visa before arrival in Rome
Application Deadline:
FALL APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 1
SPRING APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 1 Announcements of selection are sent within four weeks of the application deadlines.
DUKE UNIVERSITY AND ICCS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL AND ETHNIC ORIGIN, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION OR PREFERENCE, GENDER OR AGE IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF EDUCATIONAL POLICIES, ADMISSIONS POLICIES, FINANCIAL AID, EMPLOYMENT, OR ANY OTHER UNIVERSITY PROGRAM OR ACTIVITY.
