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Amman, Jordan

Summer Middle East Studies

Study Program

Tentative Dates

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4 weeks

Costs

Credit

3-4 per session semester hours

4.5-6 per session quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Dates

-

4 weeks

Costs

Credit

3-4 per session semester hours

4.5-6 per session quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

Apply Now

Request Information

Overview

Your Summer Middle East Studies program in Amman lasts 4 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will choose from CIEE courses taught in-person at CIEE Amman. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Jordanian culture. Live and learn in Amman!

Unique Experiences

Learn Conversational Arabic

to help you connect with Jordanian people

Explore World-Famus Treasures

like Petra, Jerash, or the Dead Sea

Discover Cultural Traditions

with introductions to traditional cooking, dance, henna, calligraphy, soccer, films, and plays

Experience
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Your Destination

Amman is Jordan’s vibrant capital, celebrated for its rich history, welcoming atmosphere, and lively summer energy. The city comes alive in the summer with bustling outdoor markets, lively cafés, cultural festivals, and opportunities to explore iconic sites like the Citadel and Roman Theater. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Amman is the perfect place to study abroad.

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Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses that align with your academic major.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Amman will open doors for you to explore Jordan’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.    

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Participate in a hiking trip that combines outdoor adventure and archeological heritage
  • Visit one of the New Wonders of the World, Petra (known as the Rose City), and marvel at its ancient rock-cut architecture and stunning desert landscapes
  • Hear from guest speakers on a range of issues, from the contemporary music scene to race and identity in Jordan

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Program Blogs

From CIEE

Top 10 Arabic Slang Words & Phrases You Must Know

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you plan to study abroad in Jordan, you’ll want to pick up some of the country’s official language: Arabic. While English is widely spoken in the country, taking the... keep reading

From CIEE

Unveiling Jordan's Hidden Treasures: 5 Must-Visit Gems

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Dorra Guermazi Jordan's landscape is a tapestry of awe-inspiring beauty and cultural heritage, where ancient wonders and natural marvels converge in harmony. While Petra and the Dead Sea are... keep reading

Have a Sweet Tooth? Jordan Has You Covered.

By Elysse G.

Jordanian cuisine is rich and diverse, and the country's desserts are no exception. From sweet and sticky pastries to delicate floral-infused cakes, Jordanian desserts are a must-try for any foodie... keep reading

What People are Saying

  • "All CIEE personnel I have interacted with have been incredibly helpful and kind. Everything from my application to arrival and coursework were as smooth and well-handled as I could have hoped for. I had excellent instructors and a great experience in my courses. The cultural activities were also amazing and added to my time in Jordan."

    Robert S., United States Naval Academy

Housing
Academics

Academics

CIEE Amman: Study in a student-friendly neighborhood nestled in a traditional area of the city, offering a unique and special opportunity to interact with locals. CIEE Amman boasts three main classrooms, a library, a study space, a reception area, and public computers students can use as needed.  

GPA

2.5

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Additional Requirements

Please refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Requirements

Students enroll in one content course per four-week session

Program Credit

Total credit: 3 – 4 per session U.S. semester/4.5 – 6 per session quarter credits

Course Credit

  • CIEE content course: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
  • CIEE Communicative Language course: 1 U.S. semester/1.5 quarter credits

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Academic Culture

Attendance is mandatory. Students should expect a more formal classroom environment and work more independently than they are used to in the United States.

Class Format

Students take classes only with CIEE students. The classroom environment tends to be more formal than in the United States.

Grading

Students are given grades from A-F on a 100-point scale, based on the results of a mid-term and final, and possibly a paper or class presentation. Class engagement and attendance also factor heavily into grades.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Language of Instruction

English, Arabic

 

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Courses

Course Information

Course Notes
Communicative Arabic Language elective may be taken during one session only. 

Summer Session I 2025

Course
Language
Semester Credit

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.

Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

  • Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
  • Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
  • Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
  • CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
  • MSI Grant
  • CIEE STEM Scholarship

To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.

Learn more about scholarships

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing

Program Summer Session I 2026 4 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $4,950
Program Summer Session I 2025 4 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $4,750

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $3,525 **
Housing $925 ***
Insurance $200
Total Fees $4,950

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

*non-refundable

**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $3,350 **
Housing $900 ***
Insurance $200
Total Fees $4,750

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $100
International Airfare $1,200
Local Transportation $500
Books & Supplies $75
Visa Fees $60
Personal expenses $150 ††
Other $100
Total Costs $2,185

*non-refundable

**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $420 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.

††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

CIEE iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Zein Nsheiwat

Center Director

Zein Nsheiwat has been working in the field of study abroad and cross-cultural education since 2007 and completed an MBA in 2022 at TAGUCI in Amman, Jordan. She has worked...

Jumana Tagqah

Administration & Finance Director

Jumana has been working with CIEE since 2010. She has a degree in English Literature and Political Science from the University of Jordan. Jumana runs all the admin and finances...

Samir Issa

Housing and Logistics Coordinator

Samir started working with CIEE in 2019. Besides supporting the students’ cultural engagements. Samir manages all aspects of the housing program, and recruits Arabic-speaking host families for CIEE students in...

Get Started Steps

Get Started

Here’s what you need to do to take the next steps:

1

Start an Application

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2

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.

3

Contact Us

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