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Discover the heart of Francophone West Africa with APA's six week summer program in Dakar, Senegal. Students take two classes, all taught in French, from the following: Cross-Cultural ManagementFrancophone African CinemaInteracting in a Francophon... read more

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August 19, 2019 A Really Bad Experience!
Yes, I would still say it was worthwhile because I was able to be immersed in a Francophone country and forced to challenge myself in ways I never could had I stayed back in the US for the summer. There are things I learned that I'm still thinking about how to articulate and that can't be summed up simply in this review. Even if... - Vassar College View Entire Review
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Past Review Dakar: Experiencing Francophone West Africa In Senegal
I greatly improved my grasp of the French language, which was my main academic goal in choosing this program. First-hand experiences in the African context were also extremely valuable to me in expanding my worldview. - Grand Valley State University View Entire Review

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Discover the heart of Francophone West Africa with APA's six week summer program in Dakar, Senegal. Students take two classes, all taught in French, from the following:


  • Cross-Cultural Management

  • Francophone African Cinema

  • Interacting in a Francophone World: Advanced French Language for Intermediate Speakers


  • Oral & Written African Literature: Ideas, Themes and Meanings 

  • Senegal Today: Striking a Balance Between a Traditional and Modern Society


  • Urban Languages & Cultures in Senegal (rap, graffiti and dance)

  • West African Economics and Development

Courses are four credit hours each and ongoing academic support and weekly French language support is available for all students.

Benefit from APA's signature cultural calendar with events, activities, seminars, day trips to Gorée Island and Lac Rose, and a weekend excursion to the Sine Saloum Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Additionally, all students will stay with a carefully selected host family, with all meals included.

Consider extending your stay in this coastal capital city two more weeks (perfect for qualifying for funding opportunities!) and choose to participate in an an independent study, internship, or volunteer with a NGO in Dakar or in a rural village.

Apply on the APA website at apaparis.com/apply by April 15.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Program Length(s):
  • Summer
Instruction Language(s):
  • French
Language Requirement(s):
  • French
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Area, Ethnic and Group Studies
  • Area Studies
  • African Studies
  • Regional Studies
  • French Studies
  • Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
  • Foreign Languages and Literatures
  • African Languages, Literature
  • French Language, Literature
  • Literature
  • Liberal Arts, General Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Global Studies
  • Anthropology
  • Economics
  • International Relations
  • Political Science and Government
  • Sociology
  • Sociology and Anthropology
  • Music
  • Business
  • Entrepreneurial and Small Business
  • International Business
  • History
  • Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Minimum GPA:
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Social Media Leadership

Become the voice abroad for APA with regular blog and social media postings. Semester awards begin at $500 and summer awards begin at $300. Eligible for bonuses at the end of term for outstanding work.

$300 - 500.00

Deadlines:
Fall Semester/Academic Year: March 1 Summer: April 1 Spring Semester: October 1

Guidelines/Requirements:
Previous scholarship recipients have had a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 or greater, previous experience running social media accounts for a business or organization, shown a keen interest in engaging in French and Francophone culture, and have had a serious desire to take part in a full-immersion program.

Visual Media

Become your cohort’s photographic or videographic historian for your term abroad. Your photos and/or videos may be featured on the APA website or in future promotional materials!

$300 - 500.00

Deadlines:
Fall Semester/Academic Year: March 1 Summer: April 1 Spring: October 1

Guidelines/Requirements:
Previous visual media scholarship recipients have had a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 or greater, experience in photography and/or videography, shown a keen interest in engaging in French and Francophone culture, and a serious desire to take part in a full-immersion program.

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