Location:

Rabat, Morocco

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Summer

Program Overview

Program Description:

The greater North African region known as the Maghreb is a crossroads of histories and cultures, religions and geographies. Dive deeper into these societies and learn Modern Standard Arabic during the six-week Contemporary Maghreb program. APA begins with a comprehensive three-day orientation to introduce and prepare students for their upcoming term. Please visit the APA website for the program's start and end dates.

Academic Program

• Choose two courses, taught in English:
  • *Mandatory: Modern Standard Arabic (beginner, intermediate, or advanced)
  • Gender and Sexuality in North Africa 
  • History of Colonial and Postcolonial North Africa
  • Language, Identity, and the Politics of Memory in Contemporary Morocco
  • Political Islam
  • Social Movements in the Maghreb
  Customized, individual weekly language support
• Academic support available

Culture Package

• Cultural events and outings
• Conversational Darija classes

Housing

• Homestay with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner

Extend Your Stay Two More Weeks 

Consider staying in Rabat for a total of eight weeks and volunteer at a local NGO for the last two weeks of the program.

Setting Description:

Spend the summer in sunny Rabat, Morocco located along the North African Mediterranean coast. Influenced by African, European, and Middle Eastern societies, this coastal capital city is a unique blend of cultures.

Cost:

Please visit the APA website for up-to-date program fees.

Additional Program Information

Requirements:

3.0 GPA, sophomore standing and above

Scholarships:

Yes

Scholarships Description:

Two scholarships are available: Social Media Leadership and Visual Media. For award amounts, deadlines, and the application, visit the APA website.