CET Jordan: Summer At-a-Glance

Intensive Modern Standard Arabic & Jordanian Dialect

Curriculum suitable for all Arabic language levels

For-credit and non-credit internship electives

Option to conduct field research

Full or limited language pledge

Official Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)

Arabic language partner

Out-of-class learning and assignments

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Summer

CET Jordan offers unparalleled Arabic language instruction and a curriculum tailored to your interests for your summer study abroad. Choose one academic concentration to guide your summer (Intensive Language, Internship, or Research), then take on engaging courses, out-of-class learning, and even a housing setup designed for round-the-clock immersion.

Academics in Jordan

Summer
Snapshot

Curriculum & Syllabi

This program offers three curriculum options in the summer: Intensive Language, Internship, and Research. All options combine various courses for a total of 7 to 9 recommended credits.

Option 1: Intensive language

You commit to a full language pledge and combine one Modern Standard Arabic course and one Jordanian Dialect course for a total of 9 recommended credits.

Modern Standard Arabic

You are placed into one of these 6-credit courses:

Jordanian Dialect

You are placed into one of these 3-credit courses:

Option 2: InteRNSHIP

You commit to a full or limited language pledge and combine one Modern Standard Arabic course, one Jordanian Dialect course, and an internship component for a total of 7 to 9 recommended credits.

Internship

AM/INTS 350 Professional Internship Seminar (120 hours, 3 credits)

AM/INTS 352 Professional Internship Seminar (75 hours, 1 credit)

Note: Internship placements start approximately two weeks into the term, after you’ve had a chance to warm up your Arabic.

Modern Standard Arabic

You are placed into one of these 4-credit courses:

Jordanian Dialect

You are placed into one of these 2-credit courses:

Option 3: RESEARCH

You commit to a full or limited language pledge and combine one Modern Standard Arabic course, one Jordanian Dialect course, and a research component for a total of 9 recommended credits.

Modern Standard Arabic

You are placed into one of these 4-credit courses:

Jordanian Dialect

You are placed into one of these 2-credit courses:

Directed Research

You complete a formal research project under close academic supervision for 3 credits. This also includes a Research Methods and Ethics component:

AM/DIRR 399 Directed Research

Tailor your summer in Amman

Customized curriculum. With three different concentrations, you decide how you want to explore Jordan. The Intensive Language track focuses on language gains, Internship allows for professional growth, and the Research concentration gives you room to explore your own interests under the guidance of a knowledgeable faculty member.

Intensive language. You take MSA, the language of the nightly newscasts, and Jordanian Dialect, the language between friends. On top of that, you meet with your language partner weekly, navigate your daily life with your chosen language pledge, and even take an official Oral Proficiency Interview—written proof of your language gains.

Hands-on learning. If you intern in Jordan, we match you with an organization that will help you grow, and vice versa. And if you choose to conduct research, we connect you with local experts and resources to bring your exploration to the next level.

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Housing and Meals

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Living Like a Local

Jordanian neighbors. You live in an apartment with CET peers in a residential neighborhood of Amman. Sharing the building with you are jiran, Jordanian neighbors. The jiran are part of the program: planning activities that show you Amman, showing you how to cook authentic Jordanian dishes, and just hanging out at night when you’re taking a break from studying. Learn more about living with locals.

Eating in Amman. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes within walking distance of your apartment. Be sure to try mansaf, the national dish of roasted lamb served over rice. Feeling a home-cooked meal? Have a night in with your housemates and trade cooking tips as you prepare dinner together. Learn more about accommodating your dietary needs in Jordan.

Learn more about Fall/Spring in Jordan

Life in Amman

Amman is the place to be—it’s lively, diverse, and there’s no shortage of opportunities to take your Arabic language skills for a spin. Explore the city’s traditional side by shopping at the Friday flea market or browsing the Gold Souq. Or enjoy Amman’s more cosmopolitan perks: visit a museum with friends or sip on Arabic coffee while befriending a barista on Rainbow Street.

Experience Jordan with CET

Around the city. The program offers different activities that allow you to explore Amman, experience Jordanian culture, or just unwind. Relax during a yoga session, try Arabic calligraphy, or take a cooking class. And there’s even more to see on your own.

Beyond Amman. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend—gaze upon the Natabean ruins at Petra, take a sunset jeep tour through the dunes of Wadi Rum, and then stay up late chatting, drinking tea, and playing cards with jiran and language partners in true Bedouin fashion.

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Student Resources

"I remember very clearly that our welcome dinner was the first night that we had started the language pledge for the summer. Most of us could not really hold full conversations, while for our farewell dinner, we held different conversations and laughed at different inside jokes in Arabic. It was all thanks to our amazing teachers and our own hard work and dedication for two months."

— Ruofei Shang,
Boston University

READ RUOFIE'S BLOG

"My greatest success of my term abroad has been reaching a level of relative comfort in Jordan and Arabic that I had never expected. As a more introverted person, I found it difficult and scary to interact with unfamiliar people in a language I was still learning. However, thanks to the myriad of activities and academic tasks designed to get us out of our comfort zones and talking with Jordanians, it became much easier as the program progressed until it was almost second nature! "

— Rachel Zaidan,
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

"Throughout the day, we cooked various things for the sandwiches, such as falafel, mfarakeh (potato and eggs), and even made our own hummus. I love cooking and really wanted to learn how to make more Jordanian dishes, so volunteering was a perfect opportunity to do just that."

— Brandon Bishop,
Washington & Lee University

READ BRANDON'S BLOG

"My language improved so much because of this program. I never thought I would be able to speak this well or this quickly or understand as much as I do. I definitely have a broader perspective because the culture is very different from the United States, and the people live life differently."

— Anonymous Student Evaluation

"The other students in the program were very supportive and we developed a great bond during our time there. That's one thing I really loved about CET, they provide you with a lot of opportunities to develop connections with people in the community and gain these rare and often personal insights into life in Amman."

— Stephanie Williams,
Washington & Lee University

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On-site Staff

Manal Yosef, PhD
Academic Director

Mazen Bernieh
Director of Operations

Ahmad AbuShaikha
Resident Director, Student Life

Program Fees

Summer

$9,590

What's Included

Tuition

All of your classes and program-related learning are included with your tuition.

Housing

We arrange your housing in a fully-furnished apartment about a 10-minute walk from campus. Your program fees go toward rent, utilities, furnishing, and other management costs.

Local SIM Card & Phone Plan

A local SIM card and basic phone plan are included with your program fee. You pay for costs up front, and on-site staff reimburse you at the end of the term.

Jordanian Neighbors & Language Partners

A local network of peers provides you with cultural and language support that will transform your experience.

Staff Support

From pre-departure to orientation, from on site to re-entry, CET provides you with the support you need every step of the way.

Official Oral Proficiency Interview

We cover the official Oral Proficiency Interview. Your scores will look great on a résumé…and on your fridge.

Insurance

You’re provided with a comprehensive insurance plan through GeoBlue that even includes medical evacuation coverage.

Activities & Excursions

The activities and excursions that we arrange are included in your program fee. All you need to do is remember to bring your camera!

Visa Fees & Support

We guide you step-by-step through the visa process. You’ll purchase your visa upon arrival and we’ll reimburse you in local currency once on site for one entry. Any additional entries needed because of personal travel are on your own.

Course Materials

Your textbooks and course supplies are covered and waiting for you on site.

Transcript

At the end of your term, you’ll receive academic documentation as proof of all you’ve accomplished abroad. Depending on your home institution, you will either get a CET grade report or a School of Record transcript from the University of Minnesota.

More on finances

Program fee breakdown. Of the total program fee, $7,340 goes to tuition and fees, and $2,250 goes to housing and other student life fees.

Local cost of living. Depending on your lifestyle, the cost of living in Amman can be very cheap or expensive. Things like groceries, restaurant prices, and taxis are cheap, but electronics, imported products, and western chains (e.g. Starbucks) are expensive.

Estimated out-of-pocket expenses:

additional resources

Note on Medical Expenses: Students should expect to initially pay out-of-pocket for most medical care before reimbursed for expenses by GeoBlue insurance. Estimates for common expenses include: treatment for common stomach issues ($85), therapy session ($70), & visit to a specialist ($50).

How to Apply

Eligibility

• Pre-requisites: None. Open to students of any Arabic level, including absolute beginners
• Must be 18 or older at the time of program participation.
• Open to students from any US college or university
• GPA: 3.0 or higher is recommended, students with lower GPAs will be asked for a faculty recommendation to supplement their application

Online Application Form

Complete the application through your online CET account. This is a brief form that asks for basic information and has a few short answer questions about why you want to study abroad.

Passport Information

Upload a scan of your passport to your online CET account. This should be a single scan that includes the signed signature page and the photo/personal details page. Don’t have a passport yet? Let us know and we can help advise you.

Study Abroad Office Recommendation

This is an online form that your study abroad office completes to let us know you meet the requirements to study abroad. To send the electronic form request, simply enter the name and email address of your study abroad advisor in the designated fields of your online account.

Official Transcript

Your online CET account has specific instructions for submitting an official transcript.

Application
DEADLINE

March 1

Have a question? Get in touch!

Melanie MacKenzie

Senior Student Services Coordinator
202.846.7662
[email protected]

Price Subject to Change:

CET reserves the right to increase quoted charges at any time without prior notification, based on increased instruction costs, exchange rate fluctuation or other cost increases beyond CET’s control.

Our goal is to offer every course every term, but sometimes factors like faculty availability and program enrollment keep us from reaching that goal. If you’re concerned about needing to enroll in one particular course, please contact us!

CET Jordan: Summer At-a-Glance

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