Incomparable Rome

Why Rome

Rome is the heart of the ancient Roman empire and the center of Roman archaeology and classical civilization. All roads lead to the Eternal City for  those who are interested in all of the cultural manifestations of ancient Rome that remain an essential component of western culture. The city is the world's largest open-air museum, and the subterranean spaces and excavation sites provide intimate, unique learning spaces for the students of the AIRC. It is precisely these unique settings that distinguish the AIRC program from other programs in Rome.

Why AIRC

The AIRC Program in Archaeology and Classical Civilization provides the key learning situation for students of the Classics, in all related fields-- archaeology, classical civilization, history, art history, Latin, and Greek. The program offers a solid background for those that may want to pursue graduate degrees in Classics through rigorous coursework, excavation experience, and professional contacts, as well as those who want to pursue their passions at the undergraduate level, without any prerequisite language requirement. The AIRC program is academically rigorous and fun at the same time, tapping into its wealth of ongoing investigations and studies to create dynamic learning environments.