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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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

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 of 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. At least 50% of the coursework must be completed at SJIU
4. Complete core requirements and major requirements as outlined in each major
5. 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 addresses the broad areas of human knowledge that 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 SJIU educational goals and be in alignment with the SJIU mission, all students must complete the following general education requirements:

Humanities and Fine Art (five courses – 15 CH )
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 Art History or Fine Art  
For B.S.
1. Three courses in Art History or Fine Art

Social/Behavioral Sciences/Business (three courses - 9 CH for B.A. / four courses – 12 CH for B.S.)
DSE-ENV/2240 Environmental Anthropology and Introduction to Sustainability
DHM-PHI/2100 Environmental Ethics
DBE-ECO/2250 Environmental Economics

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

Environmental Studies (two courses – 6 CH)
DSE-ENV/1010 Introduction to Environmental Science
DSE-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.

Please Note: 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. For more information visit “Placement Exams.”

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.