Study Abroad in Syria: Intensive Arabic Language & Culture Studies in Aleppo

The Aleppo program is suspended through 2013 because of political unrest in Syria. Instead, we encourage students to consider the Intensive Arabic Language & Culture Studies in Irbid, Jordan and Intensive Arabic Language & Culture Studies in Tunis, Tunisia programs.

Intensive Arabic Language & Culture Studies in Aleppo

Aleppo, Syria: Is this study abroad program for you? CET Syria students are committed to learning Arabic. They speak only Arabic during their time abroad. They return riding high on their new levels of fluency. Semester students also gain a foundation in Middle Eastern Studies through courses designed by American University’s School of International Service. This program is for serious, challenge-seeking students who have at least two terms of previous Arabic language study under their belt.

Study Abroad in Aleppo, Syria: Features

  • Jointly operated with American University
  • Open to students with at least 2 terms of previous Arabic language study
  • Intensive Arabic language courses
  • Middle Eastern studies courses, in English or Arabic, during the semester programs
  • Full-time Arabic language pledge
  • Syrian language partners and hallmates

Study Abroad in Aleppo, Syria: Details

Semester Spring 2012 Summer 2012 Fall 2012
Application Deadline 11/01/11 03/01/12 05/01/12
Program Length 15 weeks 8 weeks 15 weeks
Arrival Date 01/25/12 06/06/12 08/29/12
Program Break Mar 18-22 n/a Oct 28-Nov 1
Departure Date 05/11/12 08/03/12 12/14/12
Program Fee $12,500 $6,500 $12,500
Recommended Credit 16 8 16