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Rabat, Morocco

Summer Arabic Language

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Information for term Summer Arabic Language

Application deadline, and cost information.

Application Deadline

April 1, 2020
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Program Deadlines and Pricing Info

  • Deadline: April 1, 2020
  • Dates: May 18 – Jul 13, 2020 (8 weeks)
  • Credit: 10 semester hours / 15 quarter hours
  • Eligibility: 2.5 Overall GPA
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Overview

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Gain a highly sought-after skill in the job market when you learn Arabic in the enchanting city of Rabat. You’ll take modern standard and colloquial Arabic courses, then head out into the city to give your new skills a whirl. From bargaining in the medina to visiting fascinating ruins and colonial architecture; from taking part in activities like cooking classes to living with a Moroccan family; we’ll help you experience it all.

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Unique Experiences

  • See the North African coast,

    Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Marrakesh, the village of Ourika, Asilah and Tangiers.

  • Get Arabic instruction

    at just the right level for you.

  • Practice Arabic

    in real life as you go to museums, NGOs, and cultural events.

  • Fahrenheit on average in July, Rabat’s hottest month

    73

  • year of the city’s founding

    1146

  • people living in Rabat

    3M

Location & Culture

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Morocco’s capital and second-largest city is home to the country’s most prestigious universities, as well as many international institutions such as UNESCO and the World Bank. Explore the modern and the traditional, from stunning colonial architecture and fascinating ruins to exciting theater and unique art exhibits. Green spaces abound here too, from parks to palm-tree-lined boulevards where you’ll find cafés, restaurants, and shopping centers.

The Culture

EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES

  • Visit Rabat’s museums, NGOs, and universities.
  • Go on a day trip to Asilah, a 3,500-year-old town on the North African coast that’s been a haven for Phoenicians, pirates, Portuguese, Spanish, Moroccans, and resort-goers.
  • Venture to Casablanca, the largest city in Morocco and one of the most important economic centers in Africa.
  • Pack a bag for overnight excursions to Chefchaouen, a small town famous for its ubiquitous sky-blue buildings, and Marrakesh, a city in central Morocco built by Amazighs.
  • Enjoy cultural activities around Rabat – like calligraphy workshops, visits to the Parliament and other government agencies, cooking classes, live music and pottery making.

PROJECTS

  • Volunteering: Immerse yourself in Morocco by lending a helping hand to locals in the community – work with descendants of pre-Arab inhabitants of North Africa, hospital patients, visually impaired students, mentally challenged youth, women’s groups, or children from low-income families.
  • Peer-to-peer tutoring: CIEE connects you with local Moroccan university students from day one. They’re a part of everyday programming and will help you integrate into Moroccan society.
  • Language Partners: Practice and build your language skills by meeting with local Moroccans and discussing topics of common interests.

Daily Life

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  • HOUSING

    Homestays: students can choose to live with Arabic-speaking Moroccan families in modern or traditional homes in various neighborhoods throughout Rabat and the outskirts of the city. Families are carefully selected by local CIEE staff members and are matched according to student preferences. Most homes combine Western and traditional Moroccan elements, and families typically are multilingual.

    Shared Apartments: Students also have the option of housing in an apartment shared with other program participants.

  • MEALS

    Homestays: Study abroad host families provide breakfast and dinner on weekdays and weekends.

    Shared Apartments: Students staying in an apartment are responsible for all their own meals.

Rabat, Morocco

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Program Details

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What you need to know

The program details

This rigorous eight-week summer program is designed for students interested in intensive language acquisition to strengthen their Arabic language skills. Students take a Modern Standard Arabic course based on their skill level, as well as a colloquial Moroccan Arabic course, making it easier to connect with the people of Morocco 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.

All course instructors are natives of Morocco, selected from prominent institutions in Rabat. All courses are taught in Arabic.

CIEE Rabat is located in the prominent neighborhood of Agdal in central Rabat, with easy access to public transportation.

Academics

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Academics

  • CLASS FORMAT

    In addition to classroom instruction time, students are expected to participate in content-based learning activities. These activities will further students’ exposure to Modern Standard Arabic and allow for greater retention of new vocabulary. Classes are with CIEE participants only.

  • GRADING

    Grades are based on quizzes, exams, attendance, homework assignments/special projects, oral presentations, and class participation.

  • ACADEMIC CULTURE

    Students should expect a more formal classroom environment and take initiative in understanding instructors’ expectations. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday. Students should expect to have daily homework assignments and outings to practice the language.

Eligibility

  • OVERALL GPA

    Students need to have an overall GPA of at least 2.5.

Course Information

Program Credit
Total credit: 10 U.S. semester/15 quarter credits

Course Credit
CIEE courses:  3-7 U.S. semester/4.5-10.5 quarter credits; 45-105 contact hours

Language of Instruction
Arabic

Requirements
Students enroll in two required Arabic Language classes.

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.

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Scholarships

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Scholarships & Grants

CIEE offers more than $8 million in 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:

  • Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
  • Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
  • CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant

To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.

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Dates & Fees

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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.

YOUR FEE INCLUDES:

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Three-day orientation – an introduction to Dutch culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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Program

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Fees & Housing
Summer 2020 8 weeks Apr 1, 2020 May 18, 2020 Jul 13, 2020
$8,350
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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 insurance with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300 *

Educational Costs = $6,643 **

Housing = $1,240 ***

Insurance = $167

Total Fees = $8,350

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 = $400

International Airfare = $1,150 †

Local Transportation = $150

Books & Supplies = $50

Personal expenses = $100

Total Estimated Costs = $1,850

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.

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This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** includes two meals a day (breakfast and dinner) for students in homestays; meals are not included for students in apartments

† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

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, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.

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Our Staff

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Our Staff

  • Madiha DeRosa

    Director

    Madiha received her master’s degree in international education and development from George Washington University and her bachelor’s degree in international relations from Boston University.

  • Haddou El Bour

    Program Coordinator

    Haddou’s experience varies from teaching his mother tongue of Tamazight and Moroccan Arabic to working as a training assistant and homestay coordinator during the pre-service training.

  • Oumaima Farik

    Program Coordinator

    Oumaima received her BA in French Studies with a focus on Cultural Studies at the School of Education Sciences at University Mohamed V- Rabat.

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