Study abroad students are encouraged to take the accelerated Arabic language courses offered by the Arabic Studies Department. Students taking the 3 credit Colloquial Egyptian course should register for a total of 5 classes. A grade of C or above is required for credit. Room and Board Students choosing university housing live in a 10-story dormitory with separate sections for men and women. Students may also choose to find an apartment on their own.
Students eat at the cafeteria on campus or at one of many reasonably priced restaurants in the area.