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About Us

Serving Christ in an atmosphere of contemplative study focused on understanding, research excellence, and evangelization

Welcome to the Angelicum, one of the foremost intellectual teaching and research centers in the Catholic Church.

The Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas – commonly known as the Angelicum – is run by the Dominican Order and traces its roots to the 13th century. Today, our faculties and institutes, grounded in faith in Jesus Christ and His Church, continue to seek truth and understanding in the Thomistic tradition. The Angelicum is the only pontifical university in Rome offering academic programs taught in both Italian and English. Students from all over the world come together here and become part of an academic community that is energized by rigorous study, shared faith, and strong friendships.

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Pope John Paul II standing with clerics near Angelicum entrance

Mission and History

Our motto, Caritas Veritatis – Charity of Truth, points to the harmony between faith and reason at the core of the University’s mission. In 800 years of service to the Church, the Dominican Order has established a firm intellectual foundation for the formation of virtuous leaders.

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A bird's eye view of the Angelicum campus

Our Rome Location

The Angelicum’s campus is located in the historic center of Rome on the Quirinal hill in the Monti neighborhood. Monuments, basilicas, museums, and historic sites surround the Angelicum. Our beautiful campus is a restored 16th-century monastery overlooking the ancient city.

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Books in Italian and English

Italian and English

Our academic programs are offered in Italian and English. Fluency in both languages is not strictly required, but students who know both can take full advantage of the educational and cultural opportunities offered here. Language instruction is available in both languages.

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Male and female students in the sunny Angelicum courtyard

The Angelicum Experience

You can be confident you will learn from professors who are among the top scholars in the world and who will guide and support you in your studies. You also will become part of a close-knit international community of students who share your passion for the truth.

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    Call for Papers – “Faces of a Living Thomism: Italian Thomism in the Twentieth Century”

Rector Fr. Thomas Joseph White O.P.

Rector’s Welcome

Welcome to the Angelicum, a premier center
for learning and research in the Catholic
and Thomistic traditions.

— Fr. Thomas Joseph White, O.P., Rector Magnificus

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