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  • Locations: Amman, Jordan
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2027 04/01/2027 04/01/2027 05/25/2027 07/25/2027
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: Arabic Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

CIEE College Study Abroad

Summer Arabic Language

Amman, Jordan

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Program Overview

Your Summer Arabic Language program in Amman lasts 9 weeks and is designed for all Arabic language learners. You will choose from CIEE courses taught in-person at CIEE Amman. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Jordanian culture. Live and learn in Amman!

Unique Experiences

Explore Petra

a world-famous archaeological site and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World

Travel back in time

with a visit to awesome sites like the Roman Theatre

Learn to prepare

tasty Middle Eastern dishes like “Magloubeh” and other local specialties

Learn More About Amman

Your Destination

Amman is Jordan’s vibrant, cosmopolitan capital, celebrated for its rich history, diverse cultural influences, and dynamic city life. From exploring ancient sites like the Citadel and Roman Theater to enjoying bustling cafés, lively markets, and contemporary art galleries, Amman offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Amman is the perfect place to study or intern abroad. 

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Housing

CIEE Amman offers various housing options, including homestays or shared?apartments, located in?neighborhoods with convenient?access to the center of Amman. Homestays are situated in different parts of the city and vary in distance from CIEE Amman. Apartments are roughly 15 minutes from downtown and other lively parts of the city but are a?bit further from CIEE Amman (around 45 minutes).

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

  • Academic Course: Take CIEE courses delivered in-person at the CIEE Center.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Amman will open doors for you to explore Jordan's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Travel to Petra, an ancient city elaborately carved into stony cliffs
  • Participate in a hiking trip that combines outdoor adventure and archeological heritage
  • Deepen your understanding of Jordanian cultural with visits to museums, archeological treasures, and cultural sites

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

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Academics

CIEE Amman: Study in a student-friendly neighborhood nestled in a traditional area of the city, offering a unique and special opportunity to interact with locals. CIEE Amman boasts three main classrooms, a library, a study space, a reception area, and public computers students can use as needed.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Learn More About Scholarships

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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