St. John International University (SJIU) is a new American free-standing university in Vinovo-Torino (Turin), Italy. SJIU offers study abroad, undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the areas of art history, business administration, environmental architecture, environmental studies and film studies. As an American liberal arts college, SJIU provides students from across the globe the skills and tools necessary to be successful and competitive in today's job market. SJIU is dedicated to promoting humanism, fostering respect for the fundamental rights of the individual, emphasizing research, and instilling awareness of our physical and cultural surroundings. Through its high quality academic curriculum, SJIU prepares graduates to share the responsibility that each of us has towards our natural and social worlds.
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SJIU offers four Bachelor of Arts degrees and one Bachelor of Science degree. While the B.A. and B.S. are similar types of degrees, there are some differences. Generally in the B.A. approximately half o the coursework is major specific while the other half is comprised of General Education Requirements and electives. The B.S. is slightly more specialized with over half the coursework being major specific, leaving less room for electives. It is the student’s responsibility to fulfill the degree requirements for his/her program.

To receive a bachelor’s degree, SJIU’s students must: 

1. Complete at least 120 credits divided as such:
a.   General Education Requirements – 45 CH (see below)
b.   Core Curriculum, Major Elective, and General Elective courses – 75 CH
2. Complete at least 45 CH in upper-level credits (3000-4000 level)
3. Have a minimum of two years residence at SJIU
4. Complete at least 50% of the coursework must be completed at SJIU
5. Complete core requirements and major requirements as outlined in each major
6. Maintain a minimum of a 2.0 cumulative GPA.

General Education Requirements
A minimum of 45 CH or the equivalent is required for General Education courses. General Education course work address the broad areas of human knowledge are essential to a liberal arts education. Across the curriculum, particular attention is placed on both written and oral communication skills. In order to achieve our educational goals and be in alignment with our mission, all students must complete the following general education requirements:

Humanities and Fine Art (five courses – 15 CH for B.A. / four courses – 12 CH for B.S.)
1.  English Composition III
2. One course in English Literature
and
For B.A.
1. Two courses in Italian, Spanish, French or German Literature and Culture
2. One course in Fine Art 
For B.S.
1. Two courses in Fine Art

Social/Behavioral Sciences/Business (three courses - 9 CH for B.A. / four courses – 12 CH for B.S.)
HHM-ANT/2060 Environmental Anthropology
HHM-PHI/2100 Environmental Ethics
EPE-ECO/2250 Environmental Economics

Mathematics, Natural Science and Computer Science (three courses – 9 CH)

Environmental Studies (two courses – 6 CH)
EPE-ENV/1010 Introduction to Environmental Science
EPE-ENV/2230 Psychology of Sustainability

Global Perspectives and Diversity (one course – 3 CH)
These courses are to prepare students for a global and diverse world and these courses emphasize global and comparative perspectives or race, ethnicity, and gender. Courses that have been designated by the University as meeting this requirement will be so indicated with a “G” in the course description, on student class schedules and on student transcripts.

Writing Intensive (one course – 3 CH)
These courses are designed to improve and reinforce the fundamental ability to communicate effectively, which is central to a liberal arts education. Courses that have been designated by the University as meeting this requirement will be so indicated with a “W” in the course description, on student class schedules and on student transcripts.

No course may be used to satisfy more than one General Education Requirement.

Some General Education Requirements require an existing proficiency. Placement exams will be available during orientation. If students do not meet existing requirements, they must satisfy those prerequisites during their first year of attendance.

Placement exams are for students who have not completed standardized tests such as the ACT, SAT or TOEFL, and are available in three areas:
1. Basis Communication and Composition in English
2. Mathematics
3. Foreign language (required for students wishing to place into second semester level or higher)

 Basic Communication and Composition in English
General Education Requirements stipulate that all students must successfully complete English Composition III. Non-native English speaking students will be placed into English Composition I, II, or III on the basis of the English Placement Exam or existing scores from standardized tests such as the ACT, SAT, and TOEFL. Students who place into English Composition I or II must complete these courses within the first year of attendance.

Mathematics
All students who enroll in the Environmental Architecture or Business Administration major must demonstrate a minimum proficiency equivalent to MAT/1010 and MAT/1020 on the Mathematics Placement Exam or other standardized exam such as ACT or SAT. Students who do not obtain this minimum proficiency must complete MAT/1010 and/or MAT/1020 within the first year of attendance.

 

Core Curriculum and Major Elective Requirements
Within each degree program, the core curriculum and major elective requirements establish the requirements of each specific major. Core courses are selected by the faculty to be essential to the discipline and comparable to the requirements for the same degree at other recognized and accredited colleges and universities in the American higher education system. For some majors, in addition to the core requirements, students must complete additional major electives that support the core requirements.

 

General Electives
Beyond General Education Requirements, Core Courses, and Major Electives, students may select a number of electives in discipline areas of particular interest to them. Students must be sure to complete at least 120 credits in order to graduate.