Chapter IV · Middle East & North Africa
Study abroad inMorocco
Morocco is a popular place to study Arabic and Middle Eastern and North African studies, with programmes in Rabat, Fes, Marrakech and at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane. It offers a gentle introduction to the Arab world close to Europe.
- Capital
- Rabat
- Languages
- Arabic, Berber
- Currency
- Moroccan dirham (MAD)
- Academic year
- September to June, in two semesters
- Student visa
- Entry visa where required, then a residence card for study
- Programmes
- 16
- Universities
- 33
Programmes in Morocco
Rabat · 10 programmes · City guide
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CIEEvia CIEE
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IES Abroadvia IES Abroad
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IES Abroadvia IES Abroad
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CIEEvia CIEE
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CIEEvia CIEE
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CIEEvia CIEE
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CIEEvia CIEE
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CIEEvia CIEE
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CIEEvia CIEE
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CIEEvia CIEE
Meknes · 1 programme
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· ★ 4.9 (10 reviews)WorldStrides (ISA and TEAN)via Go Overseas
Ifrane · 1 programme
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· Semester from $10,995StudyAbroad.comvia StudyAbroad.com
Across Morocco and multi-city
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· ★ 4.5 (10 reviews)Middlebury C.V. Starr Schools Abroadvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 5.0 (2 reviews)IAUvia Go Overseas
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Actuality Abroadvia Go Overseas
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Amideast Education Abroad Programsvia Go Overseas
Cities
Universities in Morocco
33 institutions in total, all listed in our Morocco university directory.
- Ecole Nationale d'Architecture
- Al Akhawayn University
- Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Gestion Informatique et Communication
- Ecole Mohammadia d'Ingénieurs
- Ecole National d'Agriculture de Meknes
- Ecole Supérieure de Commerce et des Affaires
- Université Ibn Zohr Agadir
- Institut Supérieur de Commerce et d'Administration des Entreprises
- Ecole des Hautes Etudes Commerciales MAROC
- Institut des Hautes Etudes de Management
- Ecole Supérieure d'Informatique et de Management
- International Institute for Higher Education
- Institute of Management and Business Technology
- Institut National des Postes et Télécommunications
- ISFORT - Institut de Formation en Technologie Alimentaire
- Institut Supérieur de Management et de Technologie (MATCI)
- Université Hassan II - Aïn Chock
- Université Moulay Ismail Meknès
- Ecole Superieure des Télécommunications
- Université Abdelmalek Essadi
- Université Cadi Ayyad
- Université Privée de Marrakech
- Université Chouaib Doukkali
- Université Hassan Ier - Settat
- Université Hassan II - Mohammadia
- Université Mohammed V - Agdal
- Université Mohammed V - Souissi
- Université Ibn Toufail
- Université Mohammed Ier
- Université Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah
Questions about studying in Morocco
How many study abroad programmes are there in Morocco?
StudiesForeign currently lists 16 programmes in Morocco from 8 providers, in cities including Rabat, Meknes and Ifrane. Each listing links to the organisation that runs it, where you can check dates, prices and how to apply.
What visa do I need to study in Morocco?
Most international students staying for a semester or longer need a entry visa where required, then a residence card for study. Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your course, and EU or EEA citizens may have different rules in Europe. Check with the host institution and the nearest embassy before you apply.
When does the academic year start in Morocco?
The university year in Morocco usually runs september to June, in two semesters. Provider programmes and summer schools follow their own calendars, so check each programme’s dates.
Which cities in Morocco have the most study abroad programmes?
Rabat (10), Meknes (1) and Ifrane (1), based on the programmes listed on StudiesForeign.
Can I study in Morocco in English?
Yes, in many cases. Many study abroad programmes in Morocco are designed for international students and teach in English, often alongside Arabic classes. Some programmes, especially direct enrolment at local universities, expect you to study in Arabic, so check each programme’s language requirements.
How many universities are there in Morocco?
Our directory lists 33 universities and higher-education institutions in Morocco, with links to their official websites.