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Summer Rabat Language & Culture Intensive Residency
Join us in the vibrant capital city of Rabat for a transformative 4-week language residency. Designed for students, travelers, and cultural enthusiasts, this program offers intensive morning language tracks in Moroccan Darija, MSA, or Tamazight, tailored to all proficiency levels. Afternoons are dedicated to experiential cultural immersion, including traditional cooking workshops, calligraphy, music, and academic seminars on Moroccan/Arab and Amazigh history and society. To ensure true cultural integration, students live with carefully selected Moroccan host families, enjoying private accommodations and shared daily meals. Discover Morocco from the inside out with a tight-knit community of international peers and expert local instructors.
Join us in the vibrant capital city of Rabat for a transformative 4-week language residency. Designed for students, travelers, and cultural enthusiasts, this program offers intensive morning language tracks in Moroccan Darija, MSA, or Tamazight, tailored to all proficiency levels. Afternoons are dedicated to experiential cultural immersion, including traditional cooking workshops, calligraphy, music, and academic seminars on Moroccan/Arab and Amazigh history and society. To ensure true cultural integration, students live with carefully selected Moroccan host families, enjoying private accommodations and shared daily meals. Discover Morocco from the inside out with a tight-knit community of international peers and expert local instructors.
Program Highlights
Master modern Standard Arabic, Moroccan Darija, or Tamazight—our tailored, small-group instruction accommodates all proficiency levels to maximize your daily speaking time.
Go beyond textbooks with afternoon workshops in Moroccan cooking, calligraphy, and music, alongside specialized seminars exploring rich Amazigh culture and history.
Live with a vetted host family in Rabat. Enjoy a private room, daily home-cooked breakfasts and dinners, and natural language practice in a secure environment.
Study in Rabat, a coastal UNESCO World Heritage city. It offers a safe, vibrant setting perfect for solo travelers to explore authentic Moroccan life.
Expand your learning with optional weekend excursions to iconic landmarks, exploring Morocco alongside a tight-knit community of fellow international students.
Quick Details
- Rabat, Morocco
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
- May Term
- African Studies
- Arabic
- Education
- Arabic
- American
- Asian
- Australian
- Belgian
- Belarusian
- Bosnian
- Brazilian
- British
- British Virgin Islander
- Bulgarian
- Chinese
- Colombian
- Costa Rican
- Czech
- Danish
- Dutch
- English
- European
- French
- German
- Indonesian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Luxembourg
- Malaysian
- Moroccan
- Nigerian
- Nigerien
- Norwegian
- Polish
- Russian
- Turkish
Program Details
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Locations
- Rabat, Morocco
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- African Studies
- Arabic
- Education
- Languages
- Arabic
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
- May Term
Age Requirement
Open to All Ages
Guidelines
- American
- Asian
- Australian
- Belgian
- Belarusian
- Bosnian
- Brazilian
- British
- British Virgin Islander
- Bulgarian
- Chinese
- Colombian
- Costa Rican
- Czech
- Danish
- Dutch
- English
- European
- French
- German
- Indonesian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Luxembourg
- Malaysian
- Moroccan
- Nigerian
- Nigerien
- Norwegian
- Polish
- Russian
- Turkish
This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Starts At
- min 1 week: $500
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- In-Country Orientation
- Transcript Fees
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Textbooks / Reading Materials
- Course Materials
- Emergency Support
Program Cost Excludes
- All Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Visa Fees
- International SIM Card
- International Airfare
Refund Policy
Other
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Arabic
- English
- French
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know any Arabic or Darija before joining the program?
Not at all! Our programs are designed for all proficiency levels, from absolute beginners to advanced speakers. On your first day, we conduct a friendly placement assessment to ensure you are placed in a class that perfectly matches your current level. Our small-group structure ensures you get personalized attention no matter where you are starting from.
Is Rabat safe for solo female travelers, and how are host families?
Yes, absolutely. Rabat is the capital city and is widely considered one of the safest, most peaceful cities in Morocco for international students and solo female travelers.
Our host families are carefully vetted, secure, and long-standing members of our community. They are chosen for their warmth, hospitality, and safe living environments.
What is included in the program fee, what are the extra expenses?
Your program fee covers the essentials for a seamless experience:
- Intensive language tuition (morning tracks)
- Accommodation in a vetted Moroccan homestay (private room)
- Daily breakfast and dinner with your host family
- Afternoon cultural workshops, seminars, and local activities
- Airport pick-up and comprehensive pre-departure support
What you need to budget for extra:
- Flights to Morocco, daily lunches, and personal spending money.
How do weekend day trips work, and are they mandatory?
The weekend day trips are completely optional but highly recommended! They are designed to complement your weekday studies by taking you to iconic cultural and historical sites outside of Rabat. If you choose to add them to your package, the Hikayat team handles all the logistics, transportation, and guiding, so you can just relax and explore Morocco alongside your fellow international classmates
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