Amman: Arabic Language website  (map)

Sponsor: Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)

Location: Amman, Jordan

Description: 

This program is academically and linguistically challenging, requiring a strong commitment from students with a solid foundation in Modern Standard Arabic. Native Arabic speakers teach elective classes taught in the target language to emphasize different linguistic skill sets, such as reading comprehension, while offering a variety of subject matter.

Terms: 

• Full Year
• Fall
• Winter/Spring

Requirements: 

Admission Info:
To apply, Northwestern students must: 

1. Complete an NU Study Abroad Application by the appropriate deadline
2. Complete a CIEE application by the program's deadline

Languages: Arabic

Language Requirements: 

5 semesters (7 quarters) or the equivalent of college-level Modern Standard Arabic. (Note: The program requires a 3.3 GPA in Modern Standard Arabic.)

Housing: 

Home stays

Program Costs: 

Estimated costs, Fall 2012
(See the program site for the most updated cost information.)

• Tuition: $11,348
• Room & board: $3,100
• SAAF: $2,400
• Transportation: $1,425
• Books & supplies: $250
• Personal expenses: $1,750
• HTH: $138
• Required CIEE insurance: $102
• Visa & fees: $100
• Total estimated costs: $20,613