January 15th, 2008 (Notification will be on or around March 1, 2007)

The Summer Program in Archaeology was conceived in 1991 to give graduate students in all areas of Classical studies an overview of current developments in archaeological method and theory, focusing on ancient Italy and the ancient Mediterranean world.

The seven-week course teaches selected participants the objectives and methods of archaeology through instruction and hands-on experience in active archaeological research.

The program is divided into two parts: three weeks in residence at the American Academy for lectures and the opportunity to study the monuments and sources offered by Rome itself, and four weeks on-site at an archaeological excavation.

The program is open to graduate students in archaeology, Classics, and art history, though qualified advanced undergraduate students may also be considered.

A fee of $2,500, which covers tuition, partial room and board, and travel within Italy, must be paid to the Academy's office in New York by 15 May 2008. This amount does not cover the cost of transportation to and from Italy. Participants should be prepared to pay for additional meals, any travel not directly related to the program and other personal expenses such as laundry.

Participants will be accommodated at the American Academy in Rome. Applicants should note that there is no air conditioning at the Academy or in most public buildings in Rome. Lunch and dinner are provided at the Academy Monday through Saturday.

Students are encouraged to obtain support from their university or department. Additional financial assistance from the Academy is available to qualified participants in the program. If such assistance is requested, please submit copies of any financial award letters for the most recent academic year. In determining scholarship amounts, preference will be given to those students enrolled at colleges and universities that are Institutional Members of the American Academy in Rome.

A complete application consists of a cover letter explaining why the program is of interest, a curriculum vitae and two sealed letters of recommendation.

Applications should be sent to:

Prof. Nicola Terrenato
American Academy in Rome
7 East 60 Street
New York, NY 10022

January 15th, 2008 (Notification will be on or around March 1, 2007)

For questions and information, please contact Prof. Nicola Terrenato.