- Ifrane, Morocco
Inaugurated in 1995 by the late King Hassan II of Morocco and the late
King Fahd of Saudi Arabia, Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane redines
the classic American liberal arts educational experience on an
architecturally stunning modern campus amidst the glory of Morocco's
Middle Atlas Mountains.
AUI was designed to be innovative in instruction, through the use of
the latest technology and learning resources. It is known for its
international scope, purpose, and influence. At present roughly 30% of
the university population is international.
The university boasts a comfortable, safe, and exciting residential
student life on campus featuring hundres of student-run activities,
with over 96 percent of undergraduates living on campus with
roommmates from around Morocco and the world.
Area(s) of Study
- African And African Diaspora S
- Economics
- Humanities
- Middle Eastern Studies
- Arabic
- Engineering Studies
- International Relations And Gl
- Psychology
- Art History
- Geography
- Liberal Arts
- Social Science
- Business Administration
- Government
- Mathematics
- Sociology
- Communication Studies
- History
- Middle Eastern Languages And C
- Women's And Gender Studies
- Computer Science
Sponsored by UT Austin - a University-wide Exchange
Academic Information
AUI follows a North American curriculum with classes taught in English. Students take 15 credits (5 classes) during the semester. Language courses in Arabic and French are offered each semester. Summer exchange for regular courses. Option in summer for Arabic & N. Afr Studies program for additional fee.
Faculty
Language(s) of Instruction
English, Arabic, and French
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended 3.0 GPA; minimum 2.5 GPA considered.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Exchange students are required to live in university housing. There ar 16 dormitories located on campus that are equipped to house 1000 students. Most students will live in shared rooms. The rooms are well-furnished, spacious and in walking distance of all university facilities.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students on semester programs will pay additional infrastructure fees to Al Akhawayn upon arrival, no more than a few hundred dollars plus the cost of housing and food. Housing deposit and meal plan must be paid in advance of semester.
Dates:
- Program: January 15, 2024 to May 18, 2024
- Instructional: January 15, 2024 to May 18, 2024
- Final Deadline: September 24, 2023
- Program: June 3, 2024 to July 20, 2024
- Instructional: June 3, 2024 to July 20, 2024
- Final Deadline: March 1, 2024
- Program: September 2, 2024 to December 20, 2024
- Instructional: September 2, 2024 to December 20, 2024
- Final Deadline: March 1, 2024
Application Code
090034
Program Coordinator
Daniel E Ach
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Video
Exchange Partner Information
Video
Next Step
1) View advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore regional. Attend a live Q&A with questions. 2) View Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! Videos and Q&A events found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.