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Locations: Rome, Italy
Program Terms: Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides
Restrictions: WVU applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Summer	2026	03/10/2026 **	Rolling Admission	06/07/2026	06/20/2026
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English	Minimum GPA:	2.75

Program Description:

Global Health

In the heart of Rome, surrounded by ancient ruins and lively piazzas, you'll study global health at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore--one of Europe's top private research universities.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Choose from two focused course tracks each lasting two weeks long: Global Health and Epidemiology or Health Policy and Management for Universal Coverage
Courses are taught in English and include hands-on academic content in medicine, health policy, and international healthcare systems
No prior experience with Italian language is required
Extend your stay and take explore both academic tracks this summer.
Visit historic landmarks and sample gelato in Rome as well as discover the Chianti countryside, Sorrento, Capri, and the ruins of Pompeii

Discover Rome

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Kate G.

"I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking to be immersed in another culture and to learn copious amounts in a short period of time. There was a fantastic balance of independence to explore with group activities."

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!