Morocco: Ifrane Summer

Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane

Al Akhawayn University (AUI) was founded in 1995 as a private university by King Hassan II of Morocco with contributing financial support from King Fahd of Saudi Arabia. It is the first and only English language university in Morocco developed on the model of US higher education. Montana State University has had a partnership with AUI since its founding, and this unique and wonderful CCIS program offers one of the few opportunities U.S. students have to study in North Africa.

AUI is grounded in African, Arab, and Islamic culture and models its organizational structure, curriculum, language, and teaching methods on the American system of higher education. All classes are taught in English, allowing students interested in learning the Arabic language to simultaneously take courses in their field of study.

Course Offerings

There are seven academic tracks, four, six or eight weeks long, to choose from during the summer session at Al Akhawayn University. The program costs include: tuition, room and board, orientation, airport pickup, all course-related field trips, student ID card and medical insurance.

-Track A1, 1st 4-week session 

-Track A2 , 2nd 4-week session                                

One Modern Standard Arabic Language class

 

-Track B1, 8 weeks of Arabic                                            

Two Modern Standard Arabic Language classes

 

- Track B2, 6 weeks
One special Modern Standard Arabic Language class for 6 credits designed for very advanced students

 

-Track C1, 7 weeks
One Modern Standard Arabic Language class during the first 4-week session (June 1 – June 27, 2008) plus one North African Studies course 

 

-Track C2, 7 weeks

Two (2) North African Studies courses

 

 

-Track D, 8 weeks

For current North African Studies course offerings and descriptions, please visit http://www.aui.ma/VPAA/shss/aranas/shss-aranas-summerprogram.htm

Academic Highlights

There are seven academic tracks to choose from during the summer session at Al Akhawayn University. The tracks are either 4 weeks, 6 weeks or 8 weeks and are taught by AUI professors.

 

Student Life

Students live in spacious, on-campus residence halls. All rooms are Internet compatible. AUI offers a full array of student organizations from sports to music. There is a medical clinic on campus as well as a running track, Olympic size pool, and student union and bookstore.

Alumni Feedback

"At AUI you are able to get a real understanding of the Middle East. When you are taught from an Arab perspective rather than a western one, you see and understand a broader perspective. I was immediately welcomed at AUI by their friendly staff and faculty. The students will make you feel at home, especially when they prepare their famous mint tea for you."
-Aaron Moore

"My time in Morocco helped to make Arabic a part of me and it was exciting to put my language skills to practice. Travel a lot, take advantage of nearby cities like Fez, a place full of exciting and challenging experiences."
-Jeremy Fowler

"My favorite memories of Morocco were the wonderful people and friends I met, learning the ancient and beautiful language of Arabic, the cities of Chefchaouen and Fes and all their delights, and of course climbing Jebel Toubkal, a 4,000 meter peak in the Sahara Desert."
-Jason Walker

"Expect hospitality, ancient tradition and architecture, and adventures from the Mediterranean to the Sahara."
-Anna Lindstedt

"It would be difficult to choose one memory. I have many fond memories. An aspect of the program is sharing one's room with another Moroccan student. My roommate Mouna became a very close friend and we are still in touch. We'd drink Shai together in the afternoon and I went to visit her family several times in a town nearby. She taught me to make some Moroccan dishes and we had several feasts with friends in the dorm. The generosity and kindness of the Moroccan people left an indelible mark on me."

"Morocco's overwhelming landcapes, the vivid marketplaces, the generosity and hospitality of the people make it a place one's always longing to return to."
-Catherine Dratz

"I enjoyed the program that I was in so much that after graduation I got a job and moved back here to Morocco."
-Kasey Adamek

 

Duration

-Track A1: June 1- June 27 

 

-Track A2: June 28 – July 25, 2008                                     

-Track B1: June 1 – July 25, 2008                                                

- Track B2: June 9 – July 18, 2008 

-Track C1, 7 weeks, June 1 – July 25, 2008

Track C2: June 1 – July 25, 2008

 

 

-Track D: June 1 – July 25, 2008   

 

Application Deadline(s)

April 1

Eligibility Requirements

Students with at least sophomore standing and a minimum 2.5 GPA are eligible to apply.

Costs (2007)

Track A1, 1st 4-week session

Cost: $3644

-Track A2 , 2nd 4-week session

Cost: $3644

-Track B1, 8 weeks

Cost: $4598

- Track B2, 6 weeks

Cost: $4396

-Track C1, 7 weeks  

Cost: $4396

-Track C2, 7 weeks

Cost: $4396

 

-Track D, 8 weeks                                                    

Cost: $5008

Costs Included

Tuition, room, textbooks, all meals, all travel expenses associated with scheduled class travel, campus facilities, health insurance.

Costs Not Included

Airfare ($1,200), personal expenses

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.

Related Links

Wikipedia Ifrane, Morocco

 

Submit Application Materials To:

Study Abroad Advisor
Office of International Programs                                                                                       Montana State University 
400 Culbertson Hall                                                                                                        Bozeman, MT 59717
Phone: 994-7151
Fax (406) 994-1619
E-mail: morocco@montana.edu

How do I apply?

 

Start the CCIS Study Abroad application process by downloading and printing the following forms. These PDF documents are viewed using Adobe's Acrobat Reader plug-in, which is available free. If you don't have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, click here.

Download CCIS Study Abroad Application Instructions and Procedures*
(File size:19KB)

Download CCIS Study Abroad Application and Academic Reference Form*
(File size:28KB)

Download CCIS Course Request Form*
(File size: 5KB)

Course listings for Al Akhawayn University can be found at the following website:
http://www.aui.ma/VPAA/shss/aranas/shss-aranas-summerprogram.htm

*All MSU students must make an appointment with the MSU Office of International Programs before completing the application.

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.