Founded in 1992 as the third public university of the capital, Roma Tre has grown rapidly, surpassing thirty thousand students and establishing itself as one of the most dynamic and internationally respected universities in Italy.
From the very beginning, its development has been linked to an urban regeneration project: many of its campuses were created by converting former industrial buildings and warehouses in the Ostiense – San Paolo – Marconi area, now transformed into classrooms, libraries, and laboratories. The result is a widespread campus integrated into the urban fabric of Rome’s southern district.
Location and How to Get There
The departments of Roma Tre are distributed across several campuses. Many are located along Via Ostiense and nearby streets, while others extend toward Garbatella, Testaccio, Esquilino, and even the coastal area of Ostia. Metro Line B serves the area with the stops Garbatella, Basilica San Paolo, Marconi, and Piramide, connected to Roma Ostiense train station. Numerous bus and regional train lines make getting around easy.
Identity, Values, and Connection with the Community
Roma Tre offers internationally recognized education and research while remaining deeply connected to the urban environment where it was born. Sustainable redevelopment of buildings, environmental awareness, promotion of equal opportunities, and support for merit are among the university’s declared values. Teaching, research, and the “third mission” (that is, dialogue with businesses, schools, associations, and cultural institutions) are closely integrated, fostering initiatives open to the local community.
The university’s visual identity also recalls its roots: the historic logo features the Porta San Paolo and the Pyramid of Cestius, symbols of the Ostiense area.
Academic Offerings
The university includes thirteen departments and offers a wide range of Bachelor’s, Master’s, Single-cycle, PhD, and Specialization School programs. Its academic areas range from humanities to engineering, from law to languages, from economics to the arts. Many programs include English-language curricula, double degrees, and Erasmus opportunities, making Roma Tre an attractive choice for both Italian and international students.
Student Life, Culture, and Services
The urban layout of the campuses makes daily life easier: cafés, canteens, departmental libraries, study rooms, and administrative offices are all within easy reach. The university promotes sports, well-being, and culture through a variety of events and initiatives held at the Teatro Palladium in Garbatella, a venue dedicated to theater, cinema, and music festivals.
Where to Stay Near Roma Tre University
If you’re coming to Rome to take exams, enroll, attend a conference, or simply visit relatives and friends studying here, staying in the San Paolo district is a practical choice: you’re just a few minutes by metro from most university buildings and within walking distance of several departments. Our website offers two tourist accommodations, Little Blue and Little Red, available for short-term rentals from two to thirty nights.
