CIEE-Amman: Middle East Studies
Program Details
| Program Location |
Amman, Jordan
|
| Sponsor |
CIEE |
| Program Type |
Co-sponsored |
| Course # |
SA 31028
|
| Duration |
Summer
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Summer 2024 |
05/12/24 to 07/08/24
|
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Centrally located Amman is the ideal place to unravel intriguing Middle Eastern and international issues like Arab-Israeli relations, regional conflicts, politics, international relations and more. Immerse yourself in a city that celebrates both a cosmopolitan outlook and its age-old souks, mosques, and monuments.
Despite its famous ruins, the capital of Jordan has plenty of cosmopolitan character and modern sensibility. One minute you’re atop the highest of Amman’s seven foremost hills, where the ancient Citadel gives spectacular views all around – and a fascinating look back to Bronze Age. Later the same day, you’re window shopping on trendy Rainbow Street after a tasty meal at a restaurant with sidewalk tables. Wherever you are, you’ll see why Amman has a well-earned reputation for hospitality.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
This program is sponsored by:
CIEE.
Eligibility
The program is open to Purdue students in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
GPA Requirement:
2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Liberal Arts]
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
This rigorous summer program is designed to help students learn about the history, culture, and politics of Jordan and the Middle East. From an archeological survey of Jordan to an exploration of the Palestinian conflict, students gain insights into the history and culture of this complex region.
Excursions
Overnight trips to Petra and Wadi Rum and a hike/camping trip are included.
Day-trip possibilities: Biblical Jordan, including Madaba Plains (the biblical lands of Moab), Mt. Nebo, and the city of Madaba; and a Dead Sea trip.
Housing
Participants live with other CIEE students in local apartments or with a host family.
Students in homestays eat two meals a day and most meals on weekends with their families.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program.
The program fee includes tuition, orientation, excursions, and orientation.
The housing fee includes self-catered accommodations in an apartment *or* placement with host family, which will include most meals.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Summer 2023
|
Costs per term to be billed by Purdue
and Co-sponsor
|
| Program Fee |
$6,423.00
|
| Study Abroad Fee |
$609.00 |
| Housing |
$1,390.00 |
| Insurance |
$197.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per term
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,200.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$1,000.00 |
| Visa |
$120.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$150.00 |
| Meals |
$1,200.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$700.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Most Summer Programs |
Mar 1 |
Returnees Information
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
