Pontifical universities in Rome

Pontifical universities in Rome are universities (places where people go to learn and get degrees) that are connected to the Pope and the Catholic Church. These universities have a long history that goes back centuries and their courses of study focus on Catholicism, philosophy, and theology. The Pope often speaks at events held at the universities and many important Catholic Church leaders have studied at these universities. They are unique because they are owned by the Church and are special to Catholics and the Pope.