The Perugia study abroad program provides students with a 3-credit learning experience in Italy. Through travel and living in Italy, students will develop a deep understanding of the economy, history, culture, and customs. Students interact within a University environment, in the city of Perugia, and in a variety of ancient and modern cities throughout the country. Students learn the social, political, and cultural meaning of money, as we study the topic of fraud.
During the month, students will have an apartment in Perugia and the opportunity to travel and stay in the cities of Rome, Florence, and Venice There are also day trips to Assisi, Gubbio, and other smaller day trips to local towns and villages. Students will live in fully furnished apartments, where they can interact with their Italian neighbors, prepare their own meals and function as residents within the town.
Included in the cost of the program are apartments in Perugia, hotels in Venice, Senigallia, Florence, and Rome; All admissions and transportation while in Italy, 7dinners, 2 lunches and 7 breakfasts.
Program Capacity: 12
Required Credits: 3
Open to All Majors
Program Prerequisites
- GPA of 2.5 or better
- Must have consent of Instructor(s)
- Good academic and judicial standing
- CORE Course Completion, CORE 101 - 105
Application Deadline: January 12th
Courses Offered:
- CORE 480: Money and It's Influence on Society, Culture and the European Union- This course will take an expansive look at money throughout history and will examine its powerful influence on the arts, culture, religion, crime, politics, and the individual psyche. We will consider how money has influenced our own history, politics, and the role it plays in current democratic thought. We will study the psychology of money and the impact it has on culture and human behavior. It will look at the role of banks, taxes, and trade from Ancient Rome to the Renaissance to modern day. The course will conclude by considering the Euro and the psychological impact of changing the currency of a country, the future of digital money, and the feasibility of a global currency.
Student accommodations will consist of apartment-style living.
May 21 - June 7, 2024
Program Fee: $4,145
- Includes tuition, lodging, guided transport
- Does not include airfare, most meals, drinks and tips
Payment Deadlines:
February 1st: $500 NON-REFUNDABLE Deposit
March 28th: Remaining Balance
Financial Aid and Scholarships
RWU students applying to RWU-sponsored short term study abroad programs are not eligible for financial aid, however, they may apply to one or both of the scholarships listed below. Students apply for the scholarship(s) at the same time they submit their application for a short-term program abroad. In order to be considered for the Global Engagement Scholarship, they must submit their application by stated program application deadline.
The Bridging the World Scholarship:
Scholarship awards based on academic merit only
Scholarships awards based on financial need and academic merit
The Global Engagement Scholarship:
Scholarship awards based on financial need only (limited funds available)
Faculty Leader:
Associate Professor Lynn Ruggieri, Accounting
Office: SB 221
Email: lruggeiri@rwu.edu
Health & Safety Abroad
Students should review the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for complete information regarding the health concerns and vaccine recommendations specific to Perugia. Students should also review the U.S. State Department’s consular information website for complete information on safety and security.
All information subject to change - Roger Williams University reserves the right to cancel any faculty-led program offered during the academic year for insufficient enrollment or for any other reason. These reasons may include safety and security concerns at the program location. Should it prove necessary to do so, the School will promptly notify all registrants.
