Arabic Degree Programs

As the fifth most commonly spoken language in the world and the primary language of a large and dynamic region, Arabic language study seems ever more critical in today’s tumultuous times.

Maybe you want to see another side to the media coverage of contemporary conflicts in Syria, Iraq, Libya, and Lebanon, or maybe you’re captivated by ancient civilizations along the Nile and between the Tigris and Euphrates. Perhaps you’re chasing the perfect tabouleh or you’re dying to read Khalil Gibran’s poetic wisdom in its original Arabic. Whatever your motivation, getting a degree in Arabic will undoubtedly unveil a rich literary tradition, vibrant political sphere, and colorful collection of cuisines and cultures.

So, why venture out when you could learn Arabic from the comfort of your home turf? There’s no better way to learn a language than to be surrounded by it: at the grocery store, on billboard signs, in the streets. Tackling an Arabic major surrounded by native speakers will bring lessons to life outside of the classroom and enhance learning by pushing you to communicate about something other than the United Nations and Maha’s loneliness. Earning an Arabic degree abroad also offers the opportunity to really master a single dialect, allowing you to chat with peers in Arabic in a way that the more rigid Standard Arabic doesn’t make possible. Aiwa ba’a ya basha!

An Arabic degree abroad will not only take your linguistic skills to the next level, it will also give your resume that extra twinkle. With a bit of professional savvy, Arabic degree holders will have little trouble finding employment after graduation, especially those who studied in an Arab country. The commitment to living life in Arabic while earning your degree shows potential employers that you’re adaptable and have put your language skills to the test outside the classroom— beelining you to the top of that stack of CV’s.

With the high demand for bilingual English and Arabic speakers, especially in government positions, scholarships exist in many countries to encourage students to study Arabic, both in their home countries and abroad.