Eligibility
- 18 years of age or above
- Good academic and disciplinary standing at Penn State
- 2.5 cumulative GPA or better at the time of application
- Sophomore standing or above at the start of the program
Program Description
This summer, take your language proficiency to the next level as you explore Rabat's unique blend of cultures, religions, and languages. You will enroll in one intensive, 6-credit Modern Standard Arabic course at your proficiency level and one beginning, 1-credit Colloquial Moroccan Arabic language course for a total of seven credits. In Morocco, the opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture and Arabic language are endless. You'll get a chance to practice Arabic at your homestay with a Moroccan family, explore new cities on our regional field trips, and more.
Dates
Summer:early June- late July
Refer to the program website for the specific dates, if available.
Location
With a cosmopolitan mix of European Modernism and North African and Islamic tradition, Rabat sets the perfect backdrop for studying Arabic language in a North African context. As you walk the boulevards of Rabat, it’s hard not to be enchanted by the mystery and tradition of this timeless city. From the bustling souqs (open-air markets) and energizing atmosphere of the city to the serenity of the nearby sea, Rabat is an ideal place to learn about the languages, cultures, and religions of North Africa and the Middle East.
Education Abroad in Countries with a Penn State Restricted Travel Designation
In order to comply with Penn State’s International Travel Policy, students interested in studying abroad in countries that Penn State has designated as “restricted” for travel, a petition for a waiver must be submitted. Once a petition is complete, and if the student is approved for study on the program in question, the student may be asked to meet with the Director of Education Abroad and the petition will be reviewed by the Penn State International Restricted Travel Committee (IRTC). The necessary petition will be included in the online application process for this program. To see if your program is taking place in a restricted travel country, please visit the Global Programs website.