Amman: Language & Culture website  (map)

Sponsor: Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)

Location: Amman, Jordan

Description: 

This program is designed for students who have an interest in Jordan and the Middle East. In addition to taking courses in a number of subjects – including Arabic language, anthropology, history, economics, literature, religion, archaeology, environment, political science, and the media – students can do volunteer work or an internship.

Terms: 

• Full Year
• Fall
• Winter/Spring

Requirements: 

Read Internships and Service Learning for specific information about earning credit for internships.

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: English, Arabic

Language Requirements: 

None; however, students are required to take an Arabic language course during the program.

Housing: 

Home stays or apartments

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