Effective March 4th, 2010, The American University of Rome is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (Tel: 267-284-5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

The American University of Rome is licensed by the State of Delaware Department of Education to award Associate and Bachelor’s Degrees.

The American University of Rome is registered as a legal entity with the Rome Tribunal and is authorized to operate in Italy by the Ministry of Universities and Scientific and Technological Research

The American University of Rome is a member of the following organizations:

• The Association of American Colleges and Universities
• The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers
• The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges
• The European Association for International Education
• The European Council of International Schools
• The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions
• The American International Consortium of Academic Libraries

The American University of Rome provides equal opportunity for all qualified individuals in its educational programs and activities. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income or Vietnam-era veteran status. It conforms to all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws. The policy of equal opportunity applies to every aspect of the operations and activities of the University and includes admissions and employment.