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, Meknes 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)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

9,950 for semester/trimester

Program Fees Include:

* Academic credits
* tuition
* on-site resident directors
* room and board
* airport reception
* entrance fees
* medical insurance
* cultural excursions
* internet access
* tutoring, and more!

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Other
• Apartment/Flat
• Group living

Participants Travel

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 Services Include

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

ISA (International Studies Abroad)'s Mission Statement

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.

Year Founded

1987