Note: Admission to the Graduate School at AUR is on a competitive and rolling basis.
Applications for the following year will be accepted starting in August.
Non-EU/EEA citizens/residents please read below for more information about the student visa process.
Applying as a full-time student
We accept applications from individuals across the globe to undertake full-time study at the Graduate School of The American University of Rome.
Checklist of required documents
- A completed online application
- Official university transcripts from all institutions attended.
- Curriculum Vitae
- A motivation statement (minimum 700 words) that explains your career goals and interest in the relevant M.A. program
- At least one academic letter of recommendation (from an academic advisor or professor at the undergraduate/graduate level), and one professional letter of recommendation (applicants in the workforce for more than 5 years may submit two professional letters of recommendation)
- A scan of the student's passport photo page or European Union ID
- For students whose previous degrees were conducted in a language other than English:
Official TOEFL results (minimum score 100) or IELTS Academic (minimum score 7.0) or DuoLingo English Test results (minimum score 130). - A sample of academic writing demonstrating research abilities.
- Application Fee (non-refundable)*
50 Euros for citizens and permanent residents of countries other than the United States or Canada.
50 US Dollars for U.S. citizens and permanent residents and Canadian citizens.
Applying as a part-time student
Students who live locally or do not require a Visa and Permesso di Soggiorno may apply for half-time status.
Checklist of required documents
- A completed online application
- Official university transcripts from all institutions attended.
- Curriculum Vitae
- A motivation statement (minimum 700 words) that explains your career goals and interest in the relevant M.A. program
- At least one academic letter of recommendation (from an academic advisor or professor at the undergraduate/graduate level), and one professional letter of recommendation (applicants in the workforce for more than 5 years may submit two professional letters of recommendation)
- A scan of the student's passport photo page or European Union ID
- For students whose previous degrees were conducted in a language other than English:
Official TOEFL results (minimum score 100) or IELTS Academic (minimum score 7.0) or DuoLingo English Test results (minimum score 130). - A sample of academic writing demonstrating research abilities.
- Application Fee (non-refundable)*
50 Euros for citizens and permanent residents of countries other than the United States or Canada.
50 US Dollars for U.S. citizens and permanent residents and Canadian citizens.
Applying as a visiting (non-matriculating student)
Students who live locally or do not require a Visa and Permesso di Soggiorno may apply for Visiting Student status, taking individual courses for credit. For information on the cost of credits, please refer to our tuition and fees information.
Checklist of required documents
- A completed online application
- Official university transcripts from all institutions attended.
- Curriculum Vitae
- A motivation statement (minimum 300 words) that explains your interest in the particular course(s) of your choice.
- A scan of the student's passport photo page or European Union ID
- For students whose previous degrees were conducted in a language other than English, English proficiency exam results must be provided
- Application Fee (non-refundable)*
50 Euros for citizens and permanent residents of countries other than the United States or Canada.
50 US Dollars for U.S. citizens and permanent residents and Canadian citizens.
Note: The application fee covers the administrative cost of processing applications. It is not refundable. It is payable online.
For U.S. Veterans, Peace Corps Volunteers, AUR students, and AUR alumni, the application fee will be waived - email gradschool@aur.edu to notify us of your eligibility.
Further information for all students
Requirement for official documents
All admissions decisions are conditional on receiving official/original documents:
- Official Final Transcripts must show the final GPA, a complete list of courses, and date/description of degree conferred. To be official, U.S. and Canadian transcripts must be delivered in a sealed envelope or via certified PDF. For students of international universities, official documents may be shown and photocopied in person.
- Letters of Reference: if scanned or sent by anyone other than the author, please provide an email address and telephone number where the referee can be reached.
Interviews
Personal interviews are required of all applicants. They may be conducted face-to-face or online. Upon completion of the application, students will be contacted by the Admissions Office to schedule an interview.
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants without any significant professional experience may submit two academic letters of recommendation, while those who are returning to university from the workforce may submit two professional letters of recommendation instead. Professional letters are meant to demonstrate an applicant's maturity and work ethic. There is no requirement for applicants to have professional experience in their chosen field of study.
GRE results
GRE results are not required for admission into AUR's M.A programs.
Admission Deadlines
The American University of Rome reviews applications on a rolling basis within several distinct application rounds. Early submission is encouraged, as decisions are issued accordingly. Applications are considered complete only when all supporting documents, including recommendation letters, are received by the relevant deadline; otherwise, they will be moved to the next round.
Non-EU applicants must apply by March 15 for the Fall semester and by November 15 for the Spring semester to allow sufficient time for visa processing.
Note: Student Visa
Non-EU/EEA citizens and residents must apply for a student visa upon acceptance. The necessary documentation will be provided to each accepted student once the deposit has been paid. It is the student's responsibility to ensure the student visa is obtained before arriving in Italy. As it may take several weeks to obtain an appointment with the local Italian Consulate, we recommend that appointments be scheduled as soon as possible for a date no more than 90 days prior to arrival. Please contact your admissions counselor if any issues arise during the process.
Deferred Admission
Applicants admitted to The American University of Rome who are unable to enroll in their intended semester may formally request a deferral. To do so, please contact the Admissions Office at: admissions@aur.edu.Shape
The University reserves the right not to run an M.A. program if it does not enroll sufficient numbers of students. Acceptance to an M.A. program does not automatically guarantee that the program will run.
