summer 2008
Jordan: Intensive Arabic Program
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this program has been cancelled due to low enrollment

Dates

June 27 - July 30, 2008

DESCRIPTION

Students will have a wonderful opportunity to participate in a challenging academic program combining intensive Arabic language study and in- country cultural experiences. Students will study Arabic in beautiful Amman, Jordan at the University of Jordan. The program will include language courses offered Sunday through Thursday for 4 hours a day, taught by local faculty.

Classes will cover both modern standard and colloquial Jordanian Arabic. The courses are supplemented by cultural and social activities and weekly guided tours in and around Jordan.
This language immersion program will allow students to gain a greater understanding of the Middle East with particular emphasis on the Jordanian perspective and experience. Participants will be encouraged to interact with people and immerse themselves in every fabric of the Jordanian society. Don't miss this opportunity to discover Jordan!

 

 

CREDITS

6 credits in ARAB 110 (but must have basic knowledge of script), 201, 202, 210, 250, 330 & 331

Housing

Students will stay in a hotel ten minutes from the University of Jordan.

 

FACULTY

Faculty Director: Sana Hilmi , Department of Modern & Classical Languages, GMU

ELIGIBILITY

The program is open to Mason students, non-Mason students, staff, faculty, alumni, and the general public. To obtain credit, students need at least a 2.25 GPA.

COST

Program Fee: $6,242 ($6,292 for non Mason students) (minimum 10 participants)

The program fee includes:

Program Fee does not include:

Financial aid may apply. You may also apply for a Center for Global Education Scholarship click on the link for more information.

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages also offers study abroad scholarships.

Center for Global Education reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.

CGE reserves the right to raise its program fees in light of currency fluctuations or any other unforeseen circumstances.

 

APPLICATION & DEADLINE

Deadline: April 20, 2008

To apply, first, consult the How to Apply section and then complete the online application. You must pay the non-refundable $75 application fee for your application to be considered.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information, attend a study abroad info session or contact:
Program Officer: Lamyaa El Fadaly