Why study Arabic?

Over 400 million people around the world speak Arabic, and over 20 countries use Arabic as their primary language. Recognized as both a critical language by the US government and an official language of the United Nations, Arabic maintains significant global importance in government, business, education, the arts, and other essential fields.

 

The world is your classroom

In addition to completing language coursework throughout the academic year, you have the opportunity to spend summers intensively studying Arabic domestically or abroad. At the conclusion of degree requirements stateside, students spend an entire Capstone year in Morocco. They enroll in language and culture courses at both the Arab American Language Institute and Moulay Ismail University, as well as complete a part-time internship with a local company.

Funding for study abroad

Overseas study is essential, allowing you to immerse yourself in the Arabic language and to broaden your cultural awareness. We offer a variety of Flagship scholarships to help fund your study abroad experiences.

Prepare for a variety of career paths

In addition to achieving professional-level language proficiency, allowing you to more easily live and work in an Arabic-speaking country, you’ll complete an internship in Morocco in your field of interest as part of your Capstone year.

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