This program has been approved as part of a Fusion International Immersion Certificate. For further information on International Immersion Certificates please visit: https://drury.edu/admission/themed-certificates-credentials/#InternationalImmersion.
3 credit hours
An introduction to the art, architecture and the history of Rome to 1650. Site visits focus on ancient Roman monuments, early Christian symbolism, medieval churches and the centrality of Rome as a Christian center from Peter to the papacy. Offered as a study abroad course.
3 credit hours
Examination of the historical, cultural, religious, economic and political interactions between the Western and Islamic worlds. Focuses on the place of Muslims in Europe, especially questions the identity and politics. Offered as a study abroad course.
3 credit hours
Prerequisites: FUSE 320, FUSE 350, GREE 101; or FUSE 320, FUSE 350, FREN 101 or SOCI 360, FUSE 320, FUSE 350; or, PHIL 316, HIST 205, ENGL 212; or HIST 273, PLSC 312, RELG 202; or HIST 223, FREN 102, FREN 201
This course will allow students to engage their study-abroad experience and coursework to respond to focused issues relevant to the study-abroad location and culture. Students will devise project-based responses expressed through written and/or creative projects.
Program Dates: May 14 – June 14, 2026
Estimated Program fee: $3,050
Includes: group tours, entrance fees, housing in twin/triple room apartments in the historic center, activity fees, health insurance, 6-7 group meals, day trip to Orvieto, some local transportation, administration fees and faculty expenses.
Estimated Tuition and Fees (6 credit hrs.): $2,110 or
For International Immersion Certificate (9 Credit hrs.): $3155
Estimated Personal Expenses: $3,100
Includes: Round-trip airfare, non-program meals & incidentals and local transport. Please Note: These estimated expenses vary depending on personal travel and shopping preferences. The faculty can help each student plan a budget individually based on personal preferences.
Program Fee Only Payment Deadlines:
September 1, 2025: a non-refundable/non-transferable deposit of $500 must be paid to Drury University by this date. Note: space in the program is limited and on a first deposit basis. The program regularly fills before the Sept. 1 deadline for deposits.
December 1, 2025: a non-refundable/non-transferable payment of $800 is due.
February 1, 2026: a non-refundable/non-transferable final payment of $1,750 is due.
Pay Online
Pay by credit card online using the link on the Drury Study-Abroad website describing the Rome summer 2026 trip. A 2.85% fee will be added to credit card payments.
For check payments: make check out to Drury University (please add “Rome, Summer 2026” on memo line) – and pay in the Business office in Burnham 100.
Enrollment in the program is limited and is based on good academic standing with the Dean of Students and the Provost’s office.
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Jeff VanDenBerg
Professor, Political Science
jvandenb@drury.edu
(417) 873-6947
Dr. Shelley Wolbrink
Professor, History
swolbrin@drury.edu
(417) 873-7387
