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When you study abroad in Morocco, you have the chance to live and learn in one of the world’s most fascinating cultural centers.
Try your first authentic tagine in Rabat, bargain in the Medina, trek into the Sahara on a camel with your classmates, and camp under the stars when you study abroad in Morocco. For an adventure unlike any other, Morocco is the way to go.
Our immersive courses and excursions help you to explore your host city and neighboring towns with top-notch instructors. Imagine studying Arabic language and conversation while pursuing elective courses or major-specific studies.
Apply now to one of our Morocco study abroad programs.
An enchanting capital city along the Atlantic Ocean that seamlessly combines European Modernism with ancient North African and Islamic tradition.
Kasbah of the Udayas
Kasbahs are barriers that historically were used to shield royalty from attacks. Rabat's clifftop Kasbah of the Udayas was constructed by the Almohads and is over a thousand years old.
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
This marble mausoleum houses the tombs of King Mohammed V and his sons, King Hassan II and Prince Moulay Abadallah. The palace was completed in 1971 and is beautifully decorated in ornate mosaics. It is located in the Yacoub Al Mansour Square, across from the Hassan Tower.
Flea Markets
Students and locals alike enjoy spending their Sunday mornings at Rabat's flea market, the "monti." The market sells many unique souvenirs, and one can never expect what to discover at this fabulous spot. Those who explore the market will find themselves intrigued for hours.
The Latest from Morocco
A Bee in a Beehive
When I try to describe my neighborhood to friends and family back home, they have trouble conceptualizing "the medina" and its character. As a permanent market and residential area, it's much like describing the hustle & bustle of a beehive.
Getting in Rhythm
I'm finally getting into the rhythm of life in Rabat and am enjoying classes and excursions with the IES Abroad Program.
Living in my Discomfort Zone
Our orientation in Meknès was full of exciting and enriching events, and I experienced my first wave of culture shock as I ventured outside of my comfort zone.
Yalla (Let’s go)!
Even though I'm nervous about leaving family, there's so much more to be excited about with my upcoming adventures in Morocco!
IES Abroad 2018-19 Correspondent of the Year Interview
IES Abroad: Tell us a bit about yourself and your study abroad blog.
Katya Schwenk (KS): I grew up in Vermont and Massachusetts, and am now living in D.C., where I'm a senior at Georgetown University. At Georgetown, I've studied government, creative writing, Arabic, and Spanish; outside of that, though, I'm a writer and reporter, focusing on longform journalism. Other interests of mine include the mountains, radio, and distance running.
