Summer in Morocco
International University of Rabat
About the Program
The 2019 UIR summer school is a 4-week intensive program taking place from July 1 to July 26. The program offers two main components:
1. Summer Arabic Program (SPA):
The Summer Arabic program aims to significantly increase students’ learning and fluency in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and enhance their ability to communicate with confidence. Classes in darija “Moroccan Spoken Arabic” are offered to help students with everyday interactions with locals on- and off- campus. Students will have opportunities to put their language skills to use through community services, workshop interactions, sports activities, and class presentations.
2. Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Area Studies:
The MENA Area Studies Program aims to introduce international students to the region through a cross-cultural study of its history, society, literature, and politics. Students make their course selection from the following areas:
· Street Ethnographies: Narrating the City
· History of the Arab World
· Moorish Art and Islamic Architecture
· International Politics of the Mediterranean and the Maghreb
| Dates/Term | Summer 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival Date | June 29, 2019 | |
| Classes Begin | July 1, 2019 | |
| Classes End | July 26, 2019 | |
| Final Exams | July 20-27, 2019 | |
| Departure Date | July 27, 2019 | |
| Deadline to Apply | April 26, 2019 |
Credits/Classes
Students earn 2 to 6 US credit hours at UIR.
Accommodations
Students may live in on-campus housing or opt for a homestay. Housing is guaranteed for students who meet the deadlines and other application requirements, such as a housing deposit. For details on housing options, click here.
Fees
Summer 2019
Tuition and fees:
| Track | Cost (converted from MAD 12/18) | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSA only | $1150 | 3 |
| MSA and darija | $1570 | 5 |
| MSA and one or two courses from MENA Area Studies | MSA and 1 MENA Course: $1675 MSA and 2 mediNA Courses: $2210 | 5-6 |
| Darija and one or two courses from the MENA Area Studies | 1 Darija course and 1 MENA course: $1255 1 Darija course and 2 MENA courses: $1780 | 3-5 |
| Up to 3 courses from the MediNA Area Studies | 1 course: $790 2 courses: $1360 3 courses: $1885 |
Student Housing and meals: $3200
Meal plan is not offered on campus, but students have kitchen facilities in their housing and there are three restaurants on campus. Meals are provided in for students who select the homestay option.
Health and liability Insurance: Not provided by UIR
Transportation to and from the airport: Not provided by UIR
Passport and visa fees: Not included
** A nonrefundable 10% of Summer Program payment is due upon acceptance.
Eligibility
• Sophomore standing or above
- Must be at least 18 years of age at beginning of program
- Minimum 2.8 GPA
- Good standing with OCU
Scholarships and Financial Aid
- 10%: Early bird registration
- 50% UIR President’s Scholarship (based on Merit)
Contacts at UIR
Primary Student Contact: Ms. Balkis Boum balkis.boum@uir.ac.ma
Website: http://www.uir.ac.ma/
UIR's website is being updated and English functionality may not be available. In the meantime, please review the 2019 Summer Brochure for additional information.
Phone: +212530104157
Contact the Office of Global Engagement
studyabroad@okcu.edu
405-208-5259 or 405-208-5270
Clara Jones Administration Building, 4th Floor, Suite 438
