Study in historical Rome, Italy at LUISS Guido Carli.
Located in the heart of Rome, Luiss Guido Carli is a leading private university specialising in business, economics, law, political science and social sciences. With more than 11,000 students from over 110 countries and partnerships with 360+ universities worldwide, Luiss offers a highly international and career-oriented academic experience.
Luiss is particularly recognised for Politics & International Studies, ranked #23 worldwide and #1 in Italy in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. It is also ranked among the top 1% globally for Business & Management, while its Finance and Management programmes rank #18 and #30 worldwide respectively in the Financial Times 2026 rankings.
A key strength of Luiss is its close connection with the business and institutional world, supporting students through experiential learning, international opportunities and strong employer connections. Luiss also hosts a Business School holding the prestigious Triple Crown accreditation – AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, a distinction achieved by fewer than 1% of business schools worldwide.
Key Information
Academics
Semester Dates
Semester 1: September to December
Semester 2: February to May
Language of Instruction
English
Credit System
30 ECTS per semester is a full course load.
Other Information
Housing
Luiss Business School offer three main types of housing services: official university residences, partner-affiliated colleges, and private off-campus rentals
Useful Links
Exchange & Study Abroad Website
Learn about being an exchange student at LUISS
Practical Information
Information to help international students navigate studying in Rome.
LUISS Guido Carli Course Listings
See course information and restrictions here.
Housing information
It provides information to help international students find housing in the area.