Programs : Brochure

Program Overview

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Morocco is one of the world's most fascinating cultural melting pots where African, Arab, Amazigh, European, Muslim, Jewish, and Mediterranean civilizations have co-existed for centuries. This unique history and multicultural landscape are the perfect context to experience, examine, and understand the complexities of identity, linguistic diversity, cultural hybridity and intercultural communication dynamics. During this trip, students will explore how Amazigh indigenous traditions, Arab and Islamic cultures, African heritage, and European colonial influences have shaped contemporary Moroccan society. Additionally, Morocco's multilingual environment presents the opportunity for direct exposure to Arabic in its various dialects, from Modern Standard Arabic used in formal contexts to Moroccan Arabic (Darija) spoken in daily life. Students will encounter other locally spoken languages, including Tamazight, French, Spanish, and English. This linguistic immersion will enhance students' Arabic proficiency while developing their sociolinguistic awareness and intercultural communication skills. The enrollment in this program will be capped at 20 students and applications will be reviewed and approved on a first-come/first-serve basis.

Students participating in this travel program to Morocco must be enrolled in any one of the following courses during the Spring 2026 semester:
ARAB 215
ARAB 102
ARAB 202
COMM 217
COMM 317

****Please note: While financial aid could be used to cover your costs, it may reduce your refund or you may need to borrow to cover these additional costs.  Financial Aid eligibility cannot be guaranteed. **** Applicants are responsible for meeting with Financial Aid Office to discuss financial aid options and eligibility.  They can be reached at 724-738-2044 or financial.aid@sru.edu.  You can also book a phone appointment or zoom meeting at: 
https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/SRUFinancialAidCounseling@sru.edu/bookings/

Faculty Leader Information

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Salwa Vandegrift
Lang, Lit, Cultures And Writing
317B Spotts World Culture Building
salwa.vandegrift@sru.edu

Dr. Fadoua Loudiy
Communication, Media and Sport Management
222 Eisenberg Classroom Building
fadoua.loudiy@sru.edu

Program Timeline

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Costs

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A non-refundable application fee of $100.00 will be paid at the time of application. The application fee is a $100.00 non-refundable administrative fee used to cover currency fluctuations and wire transfer fees. 

Students must be enrolled in one of the following courses during the spring 2026 semester to be eligible to participate in the program.
ARAB 215
ARAB 102
ARAB 202
COMM 217
COMM 317

Since this program is associated with enrollment in a spring 2026 course, participants may explore their financial aid options. While financial aid could be used to cover your costs, it may reduce your refund or you may need to borrow to cover these additional costs.  Financial Aid eligibility cannot be guaranteed.
 
Applicants are responsible for meeting with Financial Aid Office to discuss financial aid options.  They can be reached at 724-738-2044 or financial.aid@sru.edu.  You can also book a phone appointment or zoom meeting at: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/SRUFinancialAidCounseling@sru.edu/bookings/

Estimated Costs: 3,400.00 (estimated cost-final cost will be confirmed in December and at the time of billing)
Cost includes:
International airfare
Most program activities/site visits and excursions
Shared accommodations in a hotel and in a homestay (where applicable)
Most breakfasts except on air travel days
In-country transportation to all program sponsored activities

Not included in the program cost above:
Basic international travel insurance-estimated at $16 per week of travel
Any baggage fees charged by the airlines-estimated at $50-$75.00 per checked in bag
Personal spending money-we recommend an estimated $700.00 in personal spending money to cover meals beyond breakfasts and incidentals including personal shopping. This estimate is determined by previous student reports of personal spending and may vary by participant.
Entry visa fees (if applicable)
Vaccine/Health related expenses 

Health and Safety

For general safety and security information for students abroad visit U.S. Students Abroad.
For information regarding health related travel guidance visit the CDC. **Vaccines are the financial responsibility of the program participants and not covered in the above costs.**
To learn more about international travel in this country, click here.