Photography & Culture
A Summer for Fun, Friends, and Your Future
Explore
Have fun discovering Rome's iconic landmarks and monuments through your own lens.
Network
Meet new friends and professional photographers. Build your own community.
Get Inspired
Launch your future today! Train your eye and develop the skills and experience you need to kickstart a career in photography.
The Destination
Welcome to Rome—where the best photos come with a side of pizza and 2,000 years of history.
Layered with centuries of architecture, art, and invention, Rome is a city built on stories. On a typical afternoon, you might pass crumbling aqueducts, marble statues, and bursts of graffiti on centuries-old buildings. With its architectural variety and dramatic contrasts—light and shadow, old and new, quiet courtyards and chaotic piazzas—Rome is the perfect place to learn photography. Every detail invites you to slow down, look closer, and capture the moment.
When you’re not out shooting, you’ll soak up the best of Roman life. Twirl forkfuls of cacio e pepe, try a flaky maritozzo pastry stuffed with cream, or snack on crispy suppli—fried rice balls with melted cheese inside. Wander through museums filled with ancient artifacts and Renaissance masterpieces. Whether snapping candid shots at an art market or chasing afternoon shadows in a quiet alley, you'll always have something new to discover.
As Italy’s capital, Rome brings together layers of culture from across the country—each neighborhood offering a different flavor, tradition, and visual story. With every day full of color, texture, and motion, you’ll never run out of ways to frame the city.
Cultural Awareness
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. No matter where you choose to study abroad with CIEE, our staff will be on hand throughout your program to provide advice, resources, and support.
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Sample Itinerary
Sample Activities
- Join a city-wide photo scavenger hunt through Rome’s historic center—snap your best shot of fountains, ruins, and alleyway surprises.
- Experiment with motion, reflection, and light at the immersive IKONO Museum.
- Capture playful portraits and behind-the-scenes moments during a thrilling day at Cinecittà World, Rome’s movie-themed amusement park.
- Relax like a local at Villa Borghese—float across the lake, photograph sculptures and fountains, or just picnic in the shade with friends.
- Visit a local gelateria and master the art of food photography before digging into your scoop of creamy, colorful perfection.
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Eligibility
Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Program Balance | $6,950 |
| Total Fees | $6,950 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Program Balance | $6,950 |
| Total Fees | $6,950 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
Our Staff
Francesca Cuccovillo
Center Director
Francesca has over a decade of expertise in the field of international higher education, having held various roles encompassing admissions, recruitment, student affairs, and academic advising. Notably, she dedicated seven...
Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.
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Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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