Program Site
Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane (AUI), Morocco, is a state-of-the-art university with well-developed and modern facilities. The 20-acre campus is located in the resort community of Ifrane in the Middle Atlas Mountains. AUI is conceived as a Moroccan university, grounded in the historic strengths of African, Arab, and Islamic culture. At the same time, it is modeled in its organizational structure, curriculum, language and teaching methods on the American system of higher education.

Ifrane provides an excellent backdrop for both intellectual and physical pursuits and is located just 37 miles from the historically rich imperial cities of Fez and Meknes. The architecture on the campus complements the distinctive style of Ifrane, characteristic of mountain chalets with their high-pitched tile roofs and wooden beams. The campus, located on several acres of rolling wooded terrain, consists of large chalets grouped around pleasant squares.

Academic Program Highlights
Program offerings include Arabic Language, French Language, Business Administration, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Engineering. All courses, except language study courses, are taught in English. Students earn 12 - 17 credits per semester in this program.

Program Duration
August 25 - December 20 (Fall)
July 15 - May 23 (Spring)

Application Deadlines*
April 1 (Fall)
November 1 (Spring)

*Note: Contact Rio Salado College for exact dates.

Recommended Credits
12 - 17 credits

Transcripts
For all courses taken at the Al Akhawayn University where there are equivalent courses in the MCCCD, the official record for those credits will be posted on the MCCCD, Rio Salado College, transcript.

Eligibility
This program is open to students of sophomore through senior standing who have at least a 2.5 GPA; transcripts; 2 letters of recommendation.

Student Life
Students live in spacious, on-campus residence halls. In addition to the academic program, students are given the opportunity to participate in many student organizations.

Costs
The cost of a semester may vary as changes occur in the economies and currencies of the U.S. and Morocco. The factors listed below are used to calculate program costs.

  • Tuition at Rio Salado College (assessed according to the student's residency status).
  • Program costs in Morocco, including instruction, housing, application and orientation fees, insurance, books and field trips.
  • Transportation to Morocco.
Financial Aid
Any financial aid for which students are eligible during the course of their study at Rio Salado College, including Pell Grants, can be used toward the cost of the program in Morocco.

For More Information
Office of International Education
Rio Salado College
2323 W. 14th St.
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 517-8416
(480) 517-8849 Fax
Contact: Erma Abeyta, Director of International Programs
OIE@riomail.maricopa.edu