Cornell in Rome instructor Jeffrey Blanchard, left, takes a moment to point out important aspects of the Roman Forum from atop the Capitoline Hill. Learn more about the Cornell in Rome program.
Bachelor of fine arts students present thesis projects in a final presentation and critique at the end of the spring semester. The B.F.A. curriculum combines the intensive studio culture of the art department with enhanced access to electives in all areas of the university. Learn more about applying to the B.F.A. program.
Upcoming lecture: Roisin Heneghan is an architect and cofounder of Heneghan Peng Architects, a practice working with landscape, urban planning, and architecture with offices in Dublin and Berlin.
Architecture Portfolio: Lecture, Workshop, and Critiques happening January 31–February 1. Sponsored by the Department of Architecture and AAP Connect.
Cornell in Rome: Predeparture Information
Before your departure to Rome, there are a number of matters that require your attention in order for you to arrive and be prepared for a semester abroad. Each of these six sections gives important information about a particular piece of the process, and what you need to complete before your departure. Pay careful attention to the information in these sections, since much of it is time sensitive or requires planning in advance. If you have questions about any part of the process, please contact Andrew Meis, the coordinator for global study.
- Obtain a Visa
- Plan Your Arrival
- Select Your Classes
- Weekly Class Schedule
- Prepare to Live Abroad
- Live in Rome
- Stay Healthy and Safe
Spring 2020 Important Dates
| Date | Task |
|---|---|
| January 9 | Foundations in Architecture arrival date |
| January 10 | Foundations in Architecture arrival: mandatory permit to stay appointment and apartment orientation |
| January 13–17 | Foundations in Architecture boot camp (mandatory) |
| January 16 | Italian language arrival date (required for any level of Italian class) |
| January 17 | Italian language arrival: mandatory permit to stay appointment and apartment orientation |
| January 20–24 | Italian Language Instruction (all day) |
| January 22 | Regular arrival date |
| January 23 | Regular arrival: mandatory apartment orientation |
| January 24 | Regular arrival: mandatory permit to stay appointment (morning) Orientation: meetings and reception (afternoon) |
| January 25 | Orientation: walking and bus tour |
| January 27 | Instruction begins for other courses |
| March 14–22 | Spring Break |
| April 12 | Easter holiday |
| May 8 | Last day of instruction |
| May 11–12 | Reviews |
| May 14 | Exhibition of student work |
| May 15–17 | Study period |
| May 18–19 | Final exams |
| May 22 | Departure from Rome; apartments closed |