REQUIREMENTS
The Rome Experience is designed to complement existing programs of formation in diocesan seminaries for seminarians who have completed the first year of the Configuration Stage. A seminarian interested in applying must be recommended by his bishop and director of vocations/seminarians.
All applicants must have a valid passport for international travel. For non-American citizens, a visa may be required for travel in France and Italy. It is the responsibility of the participant to obtain all required travel documents.
Application Deadline:
Applications for the program and scholarship must be received or postmarked by:
Friday, January 8, 2027
Because there are a limited number of openings for the program, incomplete or late applications for the program and the scholarship cannot be considered.
Applications may be submitted by email to:
Acceptance into the program:
- Upon receipt of your application, you will be contacted and a convenient time arranged for a virtual interview.
- You will be notified of our decision regarding your application and scholarship request (if applicable) by Monday, February 1, 2027.
- Upon acceptance into the program, you are required to submit your deposit in the amount of $2,000 by Friday, February 12, 2027 to secure your enrollment in the program.
TUITION & FEES
The tuition fee for the program is $11,500. The fee includes land transportation, room and board, honorarium fees, entry fees to museums and historical sites, and air travel from Rome, Italy to Ars, France. The following are not included in the tuition fee: airfare to/from Europe, personal expenses, and personal/optional activities outside of the program.
APPLICATION
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