Erasmus Experience in Rome, Italy by Amin

Why did you choose to go to Rome, Italy?

To try living in a different culture atmosphere.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

Around 5000 thousand for one year, I didn't receive yet.

What is the student lifestyle like in Rome?

Boring, hard, without extra time for other experiments.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Rome to other students?

Not at all.

What is the food like?

Good.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Rome?

Yes. Very expensive if you would like to live in a good place.

How much does it cost to live in Rome?

More than 800 per month.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

It's not easy but there are free courses.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Rome from your city?

Flight.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Rome?

Eour region.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Rome?

"Aisha" restaurant between via Manzoni and piazza s. Geovani.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

There are a lot. You can find easily on net.

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Rome in the future?

Don't stay in places near Termini. If you want to study in Sapinza University pay attention that faculties of university are far from each other. So first find the faculty where your classes are in, then find your accommodation place.