Eligibility is determined by academic standing, personal recommendations, and the assurance of sound and mature reasons for participating in the program. To be eligible for consideration, the student must have satisfactorily completed a year of Italian or its equivalent and must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on the 4.0 system. The participant must be in good health as attested by a doctor and must agree to abide by the regulations established by the Rome campus director. The written consent of parent or guardian is required for participation. Each student accepted into the program is required to have health and accident insurance.
Health facilities are very adequate, and a hospital with an English-speaking staff is available.
The director of the Rome campus keeps on file a list of dentists, doctors, and specialists. Saint Mary's College exercises every possible care in the arrangements made for its students. The College, however, cannot be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury t6 person or property, nor does it accept responsibility in connection with the service of any means of transportation. It is wise to have insurance on personal baggage and possessions. Health claim forms should be taken to Rome.