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Arabic Studies

Welcome

أهلاً وسهلاً! Welcome to the Arabic program at Hunter College. We offer a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), practical language use and cultural immersion to help students effectively communicate and understand the Arab world.

Learn About the Division

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Academics

We teach via a communicative approach, showing our students how to read, speak, write, and aurally comprehend formal Modern Standard Arabic as it is, using authentic texts whenever possible.

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Study Abroad Programs

Hunter College's Arabic program offers students the opportunity to enhance their language skills and cultural understanding through study abroad programs in various Arab countries, including Jordan. These programs provide immersive experiences that complement classroom learning and deepen students' engagement with the Arabic-speaking world.

Learn About Study Abroad Programs

Faculty

Our faculty represents the diversity of the Arabic experience, comprising dedicated scholars of history, language, music, and more.

Meet Our Faculty
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