Overview

Studying an in-demand language like Arabic allows you to become proficient in a language that opens professional and educational doors.

You’ll gain that proficiency in part by studying abroad in an Arabic speaking country for an entire semester.

By embedding yourself in the culture and getting fully immersed in the language, you’ll gain an understanding of a new culture, learn to communicate with diverse populations, and become more globally engaged and prepared for a competitive job market.

Future Career Paths

McDaniel College Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies graduates have had opportunities to:

Work with governmental organizations like the NSA, and NGOs in Washington, D.C.
Continue their study of Arabic language at the graduate level
Teach Arabic at the university level (one of our graduates recently landed a job teaching at the University of South Carolina).

With a firm grasp of the Arabic language and Middle Eastern culture, you’ll be equipped to explore careers in fields such as:

Politics
Economics
International relations
International business
Education
National security
Translation

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Arab-American Literature
Terrorism and Counterterrorism
The Politics of the Middle East
Model Arab League
National Security in a Changing World
Conflict Resolution, Peacemaking, and Peacekeeping in Post-Cold War World

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Westminster, United States

Disciplines

Islamic Studies Middle Eastern studies View 143 other Bachelors in Middle Eastern studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Please include the last three completed years of schooling at minimum and your senior year schedule.
If English is not your first language or primary language of instruction, you will need to demonstrate English Proficiency by completing the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), IELTS, SAT, or ACT.
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

53150 USD / year

≈ 53150 USD / year
Out-of-State

53150 USD / year

≈ 53150 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53150 USD / year

≈ 53150 USD / year

Living costs

Westminster

United States

1610 - 2727 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies.

Available Scholarships

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Future Career Paths

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Westminster

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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