Finally, as a developing nation, Senegal offers a wonderful opportunity to examine the influence of European and American culture on traditional societies. It also gives the students a chance to look at their own culture from a very different point of view. May. Through special arrangements students may enroll for a full academic year, running from October until mid June. Courses in the Arts and performance courses carry from two to six credits depending on the number of contact hours per semester. Students can earn 16-20 Wells College credits which are transferable to any other American institution.
All courses receive a letter grade.
Some courses can be audited. Students reach a very good to excellent mastery of French before their return. The level of courses is suitable for a French language major. Students with near fluency in French can enroll in upper-level courses offered by the University. Courses in music and the arts are offered only in French.