PROGRAMS

Rome Human Health

SHADOWING EXPERIENCE

Hospital and Outpatient Shadowing

The Rome program offers diverse shadowing experiences, including surgical and medical rotations at leading healthcare institutions.

Campus Bio-Medico University Hospital, with JCI Accreditation, features over 20 medical specialties and cutting-edge research. Fondazione G.B. Bietti IRCCS is a renowned eye care hospital, known for its innovation, research, and commitment to ophthalmology. Additionally, fellows can shadow at the Doctors in Italy Spanish Steps Clinic, offering medical assistance in English, and providing valuable insights into doctor-patient interactions, and alternative healthcare careers.

Other available fields: General Surgery, Gynecology, Biomedical Engineering, Radiology, Cosmetic Medicine (Doctors in Italy Spanish Steps Clinic).

*The program may feature one or more of the above mentioned hospitals.

Top choice for:

OR and General Surgery
Cardiology
Dermatology
Orthopedics
Oncology
Research Unit
Urology
Dentistry
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Cardiothoratic Surgery
Thoratic Surgery
Plastic Surgery
Bariatrics
Ophthalmology (Fondazione G.B. Bietti Hospital)
Primary Care (Doctors in Italy Spanish Steps Clinic)

Housing in Rome

Our housing options ensure a comfortable and secure stay during the program. You may stay in apartments, hotels, or other accommodations, all guaranteed to be clean and safe.

Most commonly, participants stay in shared apartments with double rooms, equipped with amenities like air conditioning, Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and even kitchens and living rooms. These accommodations are in central and safe areas of Rome, close to essential facilities.

While housing quality may vary, we carefully select providers to maintain high standards of security, cleanliness, and comfort.

Your stay will allow you to fully immerse in the study abroad experience while enjoying a convenient and pleasant living space.

Included with the fees

Shadowing ≈ 20 hours per week

At least 4 rotations

Accommodation

24/7 on-site support

Daily breakfast and some meals

Medical and travel insurance

Transportation

Excursions and cultural immersion

Airport pick-up and chek-in upon arrival

Pre-program and post-program support

2025 Summer Programs Dates and Fees

2 Weeks Program

Summer 2025: Programs Full

€4.980,00

≈ USD$ 5,660.00

TERMS

Term 1: May 18 - May 31 PROGRAM FULL

Term 2: June 1 - June 14 PROGRAM FULL

Term 3: June 15 - June 28 PROGRAM FULL

Term 4: June 29 - July 12 PROGRAM FULL

Term 5: July 13 - July 26 PROGRAM FULL

3 Weeks Program

Summer 2025: Programs Full

€6.870,00

≈ USD$ 7,800.00

TERMS

Term 1: May 18 - June 7 PROGRAM FULL

Term 2: June 8 - June 28 PROGRAM FULL

Term 3: June 29 - July 19 PROGRAM FULL

4 Weeks Program

Summer 2025: Programs Full

€8.660,00

≈ USD$ 9,830.00

TERMS

Term 1: June 1 - June 28 PROGRAM FULL

5 Weeks Program

Summer 2025: Programs Full

€10.450,00

≈ USD$ 11,870.00

TERMS

Term 1: June 1 - July 5 PROGRAM FULL

2025 Arcadia Summer Programs for credits

4 Weeks Program

Summer 2025: Programs Full

€11.060,00

≈ USD$ 12,560.00

TERMS

Term 1: June 1 - June 28 PROGRAM FULL

5 Weeks Program

Summer 2025: Programs Full

€12.850,00

≈ USD$ 14,590.00

TERMS

Term 1: June 1 - July 5 PROGRAM FULL

*Note that program start date listed is always a Sunday and your housing is available from that day. The first day of shadowing is the Monday after move in day. The last day of the program stated is always a Saturday and housing is booked for you up until this morning. The last day of shadowing is the Thursday of that week. The last Friday is kept for final packing and personal tasks, therefore you can checkout on Friday instead of Saturday if that is preferable for you.

2025/2026 Winter Programs Dates and Fees

Early Bird prices are listed below and are available until August 31, 2025. Prices will automatically increase starting September 1, 2025.

2 Weeks Program

Winter 2025/26: Available

€4.890,00

≈ USD$ 5,550.00

December / January Price (High Season)

€4.670,00

≈ USD$ 5,300.00

February Price (Low Season)

TERMS

Term 1: November 30 - December 13

Term 2: January 4 - January 17

Term 3: January 18 - January 31

Term 4: February 1 - February 14

NB: It is possible to start Term 1 one week later: December 7 to December 20

3 Weeks Program

Winter 2025/26: Available

€6.770,00

≈ USD$ 7,680.00

December / January Price (High Season)

€6.550,00

≈ USD$ 7,440.00

February Price (Low Season)

TERMS

Term 1: November 30 - December 20

Term 2: January 4 - January 24

Term 3: January 25 - February 14

4 Weeks Program

Winter 2025/26: Available

€8.560,00

≈ USD$ 9,720.00

TERMS

Term 1: January 4 - January 31

NB: Program can start on 4th, 11th or 18th January for 4 weeks

5 Weeks Program

Winter 2025/26: Available

€10.350,00

≈ USD$ 11,750.00

TERMS

Term 1: January 4 - February 7

NB: Program can start on 4th or 11th January for 5 weeks

Financial support and scholarships

International education comes at a cost. Discover how our scholarships can help you afford this life-changing experience.