About the Pantheon Institute
The Pantheon Institute offers study abroad programming for Architecture and Landscape Architecture that is firmly rooted in the American liberal arts tradition. Centrally located in the heart of Rome, our distinguished and dedicated faculty engage students through immersive learning, using Italy itself to explore the transformative power of structural design and urban planning.
IMPACT
Pantheon Institute is a leader in the worldwide conversation on architecture and design. Our collaboration with the Accademia Adrianea and their itinerant Master’s program has led to groundbreaking research publications, award-winning design competitions, and the highest levels of academic instruction, putting Pantheon Institute at the forefront of the conversation on how architecture and design shapes our world.
Pantheon Institute gains students entry to lectures with leading architects and designers, facilitates enrollment to internships with prominent Italian architecture firms and Roman museums, and grants students entry in the annual Premio Piranese, an international design competition where our students work alongside graduate level architects and other design professionals.
academics
& Programs
The Pantheon Institute offers a selection of courses that put Rome at the forefront. On-site learning plays a fundamental part in our curriculum. Our students interact daily with the city’s pervasive legacy, befitting from the first-hand experience with the local history just outside their door.
Semester
15-week programs are offered every Fall and Spring semester. Programming curriculum is designed for advanced architecture and landscape architecture undergraduates.
Students enroll for 13-16 credits, including a 4-credit Italian language course. Supplemental liberal arts and independent study classes are offered.
Summer
7-week Summer Programs allow students to create their own course schedule from our summer course offerings.
Summer sessions also include field trips and the option for independent studies.
Custom Hybrid
Create unique programming with the Pantheon Institute! We invite faculty and administrators to collaborate with us on developing hybrid liberal arts and design programming that combines your vision with the our know-how.
FACILITIES
All Pantheon Institute facilities are located in the historic city center, providing proximity to the wonders of ancient Rome. Our classroom, studio, and housing facilities are all within 15 minutes walking distance of each other.
See our Studios and Classrooms and Housing page for more details.
FIeld trips
Travel through Italy to experience architectural history first hand. Our academic field trips include the entire Italian peninsula. You will see first hand how modernity and antiquity coexist to create an ever evolving urban landscape.
Tuition & Fees
The Pantheon Institute program fees are listed in Euro. The exchange at the time of invoicing will determine the cost in US Dollars (USD value subject to change without notice).
Fees Include: Tuition, Housing, Academic Field Trips, Arrival Airport Shuttle, Cultural Activities, Transcripts. (Course travel and museum fees included only for curricular concentration program participants.)
Fees Do Not Include: Airfare, Meals, Independent Travel, Textbooks, Art Supplies, Course Fees (e.g. travel, museums – except for curricular concentration program participants, Medical Insurance)
News & Events
Thank you, Allan
On the Ides of March, family, friends, and colleagues gathered together to celebrate Allan Ceen, reflecting on his illustrious career and the marvelous ingenuity of his teaching. Hosted on a rooftop overlooking Largo Argentina, we say said goodbye to a father, husband, collaborator, teacher, peer, pioneer, and mentor whose profound impact will not soon be forgotten.
Natasha & Julia: We’re Going to Rome!
Natasha Meyer and Julia LoManto are both 4th-year architecture students from Penn State University. Originally from NYC, Natasha and Julia talk about their decision to come to Rome and the hands-on-learning experience of studying at the Pantheon Institute this Spring 2025 semester.
Academic Field Trips Spring 2025: Making the Connections
At Pantheon Institute, academic field trips are an integral facet of our commitment to experiential learning. Guided by our expert professors Romolo Martemucci and Lavinia Nannini, students observe firsthand how historical design elements, construction techniques, and spatial organization have influenced both historical and contemporary architecture and urban planning. Come join us as we explore Italy this Spring 2025 Semester.
health & safety
Emergency Procedures & 24/7 Support
Program and housing handbooks
Pre-departure preparation
The Pantheon Institute prioritizes student wellbeing abroad.
Our expertly trained staff will connect you with local resources when in need.
Go to the Health and Safety page for more details.
