ISA in Meknes, Morocco - Arabic Language, Culture, and Society

  Morocco

• Meknes: 
Meknes

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Summer, Winter 
Dates: Please refer to the ISA website

Description: Meknès (population 450,000), also known as the "Versailles of Morocco", provides visitors and residents intimate views of the unique blend of Islamic and European influences. The diverse and distinct districts of Meknès, such as the bustling ville nouvelle (modern center), ancient labyrinthine medina (walled city), and relaxing plazas and green spaces, speak true to the traditional Moroccan lifestyle. Due to the cultural and historic richness found within the walls of the city, Meknès was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1996; one of eight within Morocco.

In between classes at Moulay Ismail University, students can visit the local ISA office to check e-mail, receive tutoring, find out about upcoming local events and ISA group excursions, or simply chat with the ISA staff, fellow students, and practice Arabic.

Highlights: Make sure not to miss:
- The medina and old mellah (old Jewish quarter)
- The Dar Jamaï Museum, a palace built in 1882 for the Jamaï family
- The mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
- The Heri es-Souani and Agdal Basin, the immense and ingeniously designed granaries of Moulay Ismail
- The Berber carpet shops and colorful souqs of the medina
- The Place el-Hedim-Bab el-Mansour and Bab Berdaine, two of many impressive gates entering into the medina, and once imperial city

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Please refer to the ISA website

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Morocco Independently

Scholarships are Available. Thousands of dollars in ISA scholarships are available! Please visit the ISA website for scholarship information.

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

ISA (International Studies Abroad)'s Mission Statement: ISA's mission is to provide high quality education abroad opportunities to American and Canadian college students at an affordable price. We recognize that we play an important role in the worldwide effort of international educators to increase individuals' awareness of cultures and societies outside of their own national boundaries. Our programs are designed to maximize our participants' learning abroad, and we understand that most college students need support and expert guidance before, during and after their time abroad. ISA is a Global Partner of NAFSA: Association of International Educators, and supports NAFSA's efforts to advance international education and exchange.

Year Founded: 1987