Al Akhawayn University, Morocco Summer

Ifrane, Morocco (Africa / North Africa and Middle East)

Quick Facts

Summer 2023
Dates: June 5, 2023 – July 25, 2023
Application Deadline: March 15, 2023
Costs: 71,790 MAD ($6,807.27)

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Program Overview

Al Akhawayn University (AUI) is located in the beautiful resort community of Ifrane in the wooded Middle Atlas Mountains about 37 miles from Fez, a formerly rich imperial city and now a protected World Heritage site. Ifrane, located in an area known for its beautiful forests, mountains, lakes, and streams, provides an excellent backdrop for both intellectual and physical pursuits.
 
Studying in Morocco allows students the unique opportunity to interact with a mix of cultures in a non-traditional study abroad setting. Moroccan cultural diversity is reflected through both the large number of spoken languages and the eclectic ancestry of Moroccan people that includes French, Spaniards, Arabs, Jews, and Berbers.

The opportunities to experience this diversity by exploring ancient cities, beautiful beaches, and exquisite religious monuments are endless. Within easy reach are the great historic cities of Fez, Meknes, and Volubillis.

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Contact Program Sponsor and Advisor

This program is sponsored and administered by Montana State University. Questions? Contact Toby Blake, toby.blake@montana.edu.

Academics & Program

Course Offerings

There are seven academic tracks to choose from during the summer session at Al Akhawayn University.

• Track A1: First four-week session, 4-5 credits. One modern standard Arabic language class (beginning, intermediate, or advanced).
• Track A2: Second four-week session, 4-5 credits. One modern standard Arabic language class (intermediate or advanced).
• Track B1: Eight weeks of Arabic, 8-10 credits. Two modern standard Arabic language classes (beginning, intermediate, advanced).
• Track C1: Seven weeks, 7-8 credits. One modern standard Arabic language class during the first four-week session plus one North African studies course *
• Track C2: Seven weeks, 6 credits. Two North African studies courses * designed for students who have already studied Arabic and want practice using the language while taking content courses in English. Not recommended for beginning Arabic students.
• Track D1: Seven weeks, 10-11 credits. One modern standard Arabic class and two North African studies courses *
• Track D2: Eight weeks, 11-13 credits. Two modern standard Arabic classes and one North African studies course *

Credits: Vary per program
Instructor's language: English and Arabic

*Summer 2020 North African Studies Courses (Taught in English)
HIS 1301: History of the Arab World
HUM 2301: Islamic Art and Architecture
SSC 2306/SSC 5306: Issues in Contemporary North Africa
SSC 3398: Issues in Contemporary Islam: Gender
HUM 1310: History and Culture of the Amazigh
(Course Selection depends on tracks students are attending)

For more information, please visit http://www.aui.ma/en/arabic.html.

Student Life & Housing

Student Life

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. Learn more about campus life at http://www.aui.ma/en/campus-life.html.

If you require disability accommodation please contact us right away.

Housing

Students live in spacious, on-campus, gender-segregated residence halls and will be assigned a Moroccan roommate. To learn more about the accommodations at AUI, visit http://www.aui.ma/en/housing.html.

Duration & Costs

Duration

Varies by program; see Quick Facts above

Costs

Varies by program; see Quick Facts above

Costs included: CISI Insurance, Health Services, Athletics & Activity Fee, Internet/Communications, Restaurant Access Fee, ID Card, Housing (double room), meals on campus/cash wallet, Travel expenses, estimated books, Fez pick-up & drop-off, Chronopost for transcript, Service learning/clubs, program fee. 

Costs not included: Airfare and personal expenses. 

*Note: A non-refundable program deposit of $400 is due upon acceptance and is applied toward the total cost of the program.

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Contact the program sponsor to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program. 

Please refer to your acceptance materials for information on arrival, orientation, and academic calendar. The refund policy is program specific and non-transferable. Refer to your acceptance materials for the comprehensive refund policy or contact the program sponsor.

Eligibility & Deadlines

Minimum GPA: Students must have at least a 2.5 GPA
Minimum class standing: Students must have sophomore standing

Application deadline: April 15 (Tentative)

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