Founded in 1972, John Cabot University is licensed by the Department of Education of the State of Delaware, accredited by the Commission of Higher Education of the Middle States Association, and authorized by the Government of Italy to operate as an American four-year university in Italy. Located in the heart of the Eternal City, in the beautiful compound of the Italian National Academy of Sciences, John Cabot is a unique place.

It combines the best qualities of American liberal arts education, with the history and rich cultural heritage of Rome, a city that is at the same time one of the cradles of western civilization and a vibrant center of international life. There is no better way to prepare oneself for a successful and productive role in today´s global world than to choose an education mixing the wealth of a true international experience with the outstanding qualities of the U.S. university system.

For students interested in the breadth of the liberal arts in majors such as Humanistic Studies, Art History, English Literature and Italian Studies, as well as for those who want to acquire a more practical and hands on approach to Business Administration, International Affairs, Economics, Political Science and Communications, John Cabot University, is the place to be. Whether you are considering studying in Rome with us for four years, or as a visiting student for one year or a semester, John Cabot University, with its student body from more than 50 countries, its prestigious and dedicated faculty, and its rich and rigorous curricular offerings, will provide an unforgettable academic experience whose fruits you will enjoy for a lifetime.

The future of the world points in the direction of globalization, of multicultural challenges, of the increasing demands of a highly technological work place. I encourage you to join us at John Cabot where you will acquire the intellectual skills to get ready today for the world of tomorrow.

Franco Pavoncello, Ph. D.
President