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Locations: Rome, Italy
Program Terms: Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III, Summer IV, Summer V
Program Sponsor: EF Study Abroad

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English, Italian	Click here for a definition of this term Class Status:	1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student, 6-other
Housing Options:	Apartment (alone), Apartment (shared), Homestay	Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study:	Italian, Italian Language & Literature
Program Type:	Study Abroad	Click here for a definition of this term Program:	Direct

Program Description:

Learn Italian in Rome with EF!

Experience our historic campus in the city center, near the Colosseum
Boost your language skills with our flexible-length courses, starting every Monday.
Discover your home away from home as you stay with a carefully selected host family or in an EF Residence.
Build your independence, grow in confidence, and create lasting friendships as you make guaranteed progress on a language trip abroad.

In Italy’s “Eternal City,” ancient landmarks like the Colosseum and Pantheon are part of a vivid modern landscape where commuters ride Vespas, espresso bars are everywhere, and backstreet trattorias serve world-class Italian cuisine. Shop the latest trends in the boutiques of Via Condotti, have a meal to remember in the trendy Trastevere district, then linger over gelato on Piazza Navona. The EF campus can be found right at the very heart of the city of Rome.

The curriculum blends core grammar and vocabulary development with practical communication projects tailored to student interests, ensuring well-rounded skill-building. Whether you’re aiming for fluency, academic credit, or career development, EF provides the tools and environment to succeed. Native-speaking teachers, immersive local experiences, and a global classroom foster meaningful progress and real-world confidence.

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EF is a global leader in immersive language education, offering fully accredited programs in 11 destinations across 8 countries, with instruction in 7 languages. Programs run year-round with Monday start dates and flexible durations from 2 weeks to 12 months.

With 60 years of educational expertise, EF’s academically rigorous curriculum is powered by the EF Method, combining classroom learning with real-world practice and cultural immersion. Students receive 24/7 on-site support, access to volunteer and internship opportunities, career-focused courses, and preparation for official exams like IELTS, DELE, and DELF.

EF helps students achieve measurable language progress, build global skills, and return more confident and career-ready—delivering a transformative academic and cultural experience trusted by educators worldwide.

EF Rome Acacdemics

Our highly structured curriculum, comprised of 32 morning and afternoon lessons a week, will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time.

Our general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while our project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.

Courses:

Italian Language (3 credits): EF goes far beyond traditional language instruction—it’s a dynamic, immersive experience powered by the EF Method, our proven approach that combines interactive classroom learning with real-world application. Through engaging Special Interest (SPIN) classes, students can personalize their studies by exploring subject areas that align with their academic or career interests. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability and social impact, intrigued by social media and influencer culture, or interested in current affairs,

EF offers targeted modules that bring language learning to life. Students can dive into topics like media and journalism, photography, social media marketing, or sharpen their professional edge with SPINs in job application and interview skills, entrepreneurship, business Italian, personal branding, and public speaking. This customizable academic approach ensures that students not only build fluency in Italian but also gain the confidence and cultural insight to use it meaningfully in their studies, careers, and global lives.

Learn more about our General Course structure here.

Immerse yourself with events year-round. Explore with new friends on & off campus. EF Activities Managers handle the details; you make memories.

School activities

Enjoy EF parties, game nights, BBQs, sports, town tour & many more.

New hobbies & friends

Join visits to the Galleria Borghese, Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Pantheon & more.

Weekend getaways

Book trips to Naples, Pompeii, Capri, Florence, Palermo, Venice & more.

Housing:

EF offers a range of comfortable, culturally immersive accommodation options designed to support students ’language learning and personal growth. Each of our accommodation types are vetted for safety, comfort, and accessibility, with 24/7 support available—ensuring students feel at home no matter where they study.

EF Homestay (included)

Experience maximum cultural exchange by living with welcoming hosts in a private home. Gain insight into local culture and pick up expressions with greater ease. EF Homestays are typically in residential neighborhoods throughout the city, conveniently located near public transportation.

EF Residence

Live in the heart of your destination city alongside EF students from over 100 countries. Enjoy easy access to your campus by public transportation – as well as the city’s shopping, restaurants and sport facilities. Depending on the destination, we offer a variety of meal plans to choose from.

What Our Students Say

"I traveled to Rome through EF and have had the most amazing experience. Rome is a beautiful city, with so much culture and history but I also had the opportunity to really learn some Italian while being here through a couple of my instructors at the school. On top of all of this, within this experience I’ve met incredible people from all over the world, in which I will see again in my future. Truly the best trip!" - Kristina, July 2023

Programs : Brochure

EF 3-Week Language and Cultural Immersion in Rome (Directory Program)