Choosing a university is about more than location — it’s about finding an academic environment that prepares you for the future while helping you grow intellectually and professionally. At John Cabot University, students earn American-accredited degrees through a liberal arts education in the heart of Rome.
One of the most common questions we hear from prospective students is: What degrees are offered at John Cabot University?
Below, we break down our undergraduate and graduate programs, explain how the liberal arts model works, and highlight our newest degree offerings.
All academic work at John Cabot University follows the American liberal arts tradition, which emphasizes the development of intellectual and professional skills to build a promising future . These include:
Rather than focus on a single subject from day one, a liberal arts education encourages students to explore multiple disciplines before choosing a specialization. This approach helps students develop adaptability, curiosity, and a well-rounded perspective — qualities increasingly valued by employers and graduate schools.
JCU offers Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees designed to balance breadth of study with depth in a major field. Students complete core and elective courses within their chosen major. Many students also choose to add a minor to complement their primary field of study.
This structure ensures that students graduate with both specialized knowledge and transferable skills that apply across industries and career paths.
Undergraduate BA Majors Offered at JCU:
The majors mentioned above are also offered as minors (except for International Business).
New Academic Programs at JCU
As part of JCU’s continued academic growth, we are expanding our program offerings to reflect evolving student interests and career opportunities.
JCU also offers an Associate of Arts (AA) degree — a two-year program available in nearly every major and minor field of study.
The Associate degree is ideal for students who:
In addition to undergraduate programs, JCU offers two Master of Arts degrees designed for students seeking advanced academic training and professional preparation, , as well as two affiliated programs with the Politecnico di Milano (POLIMI) Graduate School of Management (GSoM).
Graduate Degree Programs
Affiliated Programs
These programs emphasize small class sizes, close faculty mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities in Rome..
Graduates of John Cabot University are well prepared to enter today’s competitive workforce or pursue further academic study. JCU alumni work at multinational companies, financial institutions, universities and research centers, NGOs and international organizations, diplomatic and policy institutions, and more. JCU graduates have also been accepted into top graduate and professional schools worldwide such as Columbia University, John Hopkins University, London School of Economics, Kings College London, University of Oxford, and Bocconi.
Explore Degree Programs at JCU
Whether you are interested in the arts, business, social sciences, technology, or international studies, John Cabot University offers American-accredited degrees designed to prepare students for meaningful careers and lifelong learning.
To explore all undergraduate and graduate programs, visit our Academics page or contact our Admissions Office by emailing admissions@johncabot.edu to learn more about which program is right for you.