Information for term Summer Middle East Studies
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenCentrally located Amman is the ideal place to unravel intriguing Middle Eastern and international issues like Arab-Israeli relations, regional conflicts, politics, international relations and more. Immerse yourself in a city that celebrates both a cosmopolitan outlook and its age-old souks, mosques, and monuments. Courses are taught in English by CIEE faculty at CIEE Amman and complemented with immersive co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
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Unique Experiences
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Learn conversational Arabic
to help you connect with Jordanian people.
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Explore world-famous treasures
like Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash, or the Dead Sea.
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Discover cultural traditions
with introductions to traditional cooking, dance, henna, calligraphy, soccer, films, and plays.
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spectator capacity at the Roman Theater
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visitors per year
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university students
280K+
Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Despite its famous ruins, the capital of Jordan has plenty of cosmopolitan character and modern sensibility. One minute you’re atop the highest of Amman’s seven foremost hills, where the ancient Citadel gives spectacular views all around – and a fascinating look back to Bronze Age. Later the same day, you’re window shopping on trendy Rainbow Street after a tasty meal at a restaurant with sidewalk tables. Wherever you are, you’ll see why Amman has a well-earned reputation for hospitality.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Amman.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Session 1 overnight trip: Petra and Wadi Rum. Explore an ancient city elaborately carved from stony cliffs, and where ancient inscriptions are tucked among spectacular arid arches, cliffs, caverns, and gorges.
- Session 2 overnight trip: Petra and Wadi Rum (as above) or a hike/camping trip that combines outdoor adventure and archeological heritage.
- Day-trip possibilities: Biblical Jordan, including Madaba Plains (the biblical lands of Moab), Mt. Nebo, and the city of Madaba; and a Dead Sea trip.
- Visit iconic mosques, museums, and cafes.
- Guest speakers illuminate a range of issues, from the contemporary music scene to race and identity in Jordan.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Study Abroad students have the option of living with a Jordanian host family or in an apartment with other CIEE program participants. All housing option are between 20-40 -minute commute to CIEE Amman Center.
Homestays: placements are based on compatibility between families and students, and in some cases a suitable homestay may not be available for every interested student. All CIEE housing options in Jordan require students to make adjustments to the host culture, including curfews, limits on guests, and decorum.
Student Apartments: these apartments are shared with other CIEE students and have 2 or 3 bedrooms per apartment. Each student will have their own bedroom with shared common space/living room, kitchen, and bathroom. The apartments are equipped with basic home appliances including a stove, fridge, microwave and washing machine. CIEE apartments have limits on visitors and quiet hours for safety purposes and deference to local norms.
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MEALS
All students are responsible for their lunches.
Homestay: Students in homestays generally eat two meals a day with their families and most meals on the weekends.
Student Apartments: Students selecting the apartment option need to budget for all meals, as they are not included in the program fee.
Amman, Jordan Where You'll Study
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Based in a traditional neighborhood, this location allows students plenty of opportunities to interact with local residents and get to key institutions and sites with ease.
Academics
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This rigorous summer program is designed to help students learn about the history, culture, and politics of Jordan and the Middle East with content courses taught in English. From an archeological survey of Jordan to an exploration of the Palestinian conflict, students gain insights into the history and culture of this complex region. Students can also opt to learn colloquial Jordanian Arabic, making it easier to connect with the people of Jordan and learn about their way of life. In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offerings.
Content courses are taught by faculty from Jordanian universities or visiting foreign faculty with expertise and extensive experience in Jordan. Language courses are taught by experienced CIEE Amman language instructors.
CIEE Amman is located in a traditional neighborhood, which allows students plenty of opportunities to interact with local residents and get to know key institutions and sites with ease.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
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.
Program 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.
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 a mid-term and final, and possibly a paper or class presentation. Participation 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.
Language of Instruction
English
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.
Courses
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Course Notes
Communicative Arabic Language elective may be taken during one session only.
Summer 2022 CIEE Courses
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Summer Session II
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
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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
- CIEE Stem Scholarship
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates & Fees
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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.
What's Included
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Our Staff
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Zein Nsheiwat
Director
Zein Nsheiwat has been working in the field of study abroad and cross-cultural education since 2007.
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Samir Issa
Housing and Logistics Coordinator
Samir manages all aspects of the housing program, and recruit Arabic-speaking host families for CIEE students in Jordan.
Get Started
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