Study Abroad in Morocco

Program Highlights:

• Explore the cities of Rabat, Sale, Casablanca, Fez, Tangier, and Chefchaouen
• Get an immersive host family experience
• Take a guided tour of the Moroccan Parliament
• See the Hassan II Mosque
• Meet with multinational companies and law firms
• Enjoy Moroccan Cuisine and the Morocco Mall
• Visit the Sidi Moumen Cultural Center
• And more!

Learn about the culture of Morocco, including food, tradition crafting, religion, politics, and business.  Be introduced to Colloquial Moroccan Daija and interact with the peoples and cultures of the region, especially local families and organizations. Students will gain the following learning objectives:

• Understanding Global Business Environment: Students will gain insights into the complexities of conducting business in a diverse and dynamic global context.  Meaningful engagement with community organizations and local leaders.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Exposure to Moroccan business practices will enhance students’ ability to adapt to different work environments.
• Comparative Legal Systems: Participants will compare Moroccan legal frameworks with those of their home country, fostering a deeper understanding of legal diversity.  Students will have the opportunity to engage with experts in the legal field.
• Cultural Context of Law: Understanding the cultural context in which laws operate is crucial; students will explore how cultural norms impact legal systems.
• Legal Advocacy Skills: Participants may have opportunities to observe legal proceedings, enhancing their advocacy skills.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Students will learn to navigate cultural nuances, respect local customs, and appreciate diverse perspectives.
• Global Citizenship: Encounters with Moroccan traditions, art, music, and cuisine will foster a sense of global citizenship.
• Interpersonal Skills: Building relationships with Moroccans will enhance cross-cultural competence.
• Cross-Cultural Communication: Participants will develop effective communication skills across cultures, essential for successful business interactions. 

$4,200 - $4,500 is the estimated program cost, and includes:

• Round-trip airfare
• Lodging: combination of hotels and host families
• International health coverage
• Transportation from NWTC to O’Hare airport and back
• In-country transportation, such as train, subway, or bus
• Entrance fees
• Daily continental breakfast and most meals included

Costs do not include: tuition, some meals, personal spending money, and passport fees.

• $500 due within 2 weeks once the application is accepted.
• $1,000 Mid-September
• $1,000 Mid-October
• $1,000 Mid-November
• Variable amounts based upon study abroad grant award if applicable Mid-December

Payments are made through a Square invoice if paying by credit/debit card or in Student Involvement, SC118 if paying by check or cash. 

Payments do not include: tuition (optional), some meals, personal spending money, and passport fees.

The refund policy is explained on the study abroad application.

Apply to the International Programs Study Abroad Grant

• Awards are typically between $300-$800.            
• Underrepresented students can be awarded up to $1,000
• Grant applications are due the same date as the study abroad application deadline. The application is attached to the study abroad application.
• If you are not FAFSA eligible you can still apply

Apply for FAFSA

• Pell grant recipients can use any remaining funds to help pay for study abroad
• Talk to a Financial Aid Advisor by visiting the Welcome Center, SC240 or calling 920-498-5444

Apply to the Foundation Scholarships

• Awards are anywhere from $500 to $2000!
• Apply by logging into your my.NWTC, click Finances, and next click “Apply for a Scholarship”
• Deadlines are April 15th and November 1st

Apply to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

• Students can be awarded up to $3,000!
• Applicants must be a Pell Grant recipient and be taking the study abroad program for credit
• Application deadlines in March and October
• For more information visit gilmanscholarship.org

Get creative

• Students can organize a fundraising event
• Use electronic resources like Kickstarter and GoFundMe
• Waive holiday and birthday gifts for financial gifts

• College of Business students: use this as your Career Experience
  • This study abroad experience will satisfy the Career Experience component in any College of Business associate degree program. Each academic program has criteria for assessment of learning; typically journaling and a portfolio presentation linking learning to the program outcomes.
    
    All credit opportunities are optional.