Al Akhawayn University

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Contact:

Study Abroad Advisor for Inbound Students
Houda Touchen
oipm@aui.ma

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General Information
Host Institution Name: Al Akhawayn University
Campus Location(s): Ifrane, Morocco
Language(s) of Instruction: English, French, Arabic
Nomination Deadline:
  • 1st Semester: April 1st
  • 2nd Semester: October 1st
Application Deadline:
  • 1st Semester: March 15th
  • 2nd Semester: October 15th
Academic Calendar:
  • 1st Semester: End of August/beginning of September to mid/end of December
  • 2nd Semester: Mid January to mid/end of May
Partnership Type(s):
  • Bilateral Academic Exchange
Area(s) of Exchange Agreement:

Any courses offered by the following (specific courses can be found in Academic Catalog):

  • School of Science and Engineering
  • School of Business Administration
  • School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Exchange Restriction(s):
  • A placement test is required for students wishing to take a language course after the beginning level
Other Programs
Credit Conversion: 1 Acadia credit is equal to 1 Al Akhawayn University credit
Cost of Living: Living Expenses
Accommodations: University Residence (Guaranteed)
Exchange Information Session:
Do I require a visa?

Yes. Moreover, all international students are required to apply for Moroccan residency after arriving. The process details will be outlined in each student's acceptance package.

Is funding available?