Study Abroad Programs in Tunisia

Wedged in between Algeria and Libya in North Africa along the Mediterranean, to study abroad in Tunisia is to face head-on enough culture and natural beauty to fill a country twice its size. This Arab-African nation is an ideal location for any beachgoer looking for an underrated study abroad destination, with miles and miles of sandy beaches — and desert! Tunisia has an incredibly diverse landscape, with lakes full of pink flamingos, large green forests, and the Sahara. Tunisia has become progressively modern since its colonial history. Study in Tunisia and sprinkle some rose water on your life!

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3 Study Abroad Programs in Tunisia

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SIT Study Abroad: Tunisia & Italy: Politics & Religious

Examine migration, politics, and religion at the crossroads of the Mediterranean in Tunisia and Italy. From Tunis—birthplace of the Arab Spring—to Sicily, a key arrival point for migrants, explore democracy, social identity, and intercultural relations. Visit holy sites, meet with NGOs, and study Arabic or French while experiencing the region’s deep cultural and religious diversity. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

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CASE: Community, Activism, and Social Entrepreneurship

The Community, Activism, and Social Entrepreneurship (CASE) Program is a funded, 8-day guided program in Tunisia specifically for students of 2-year institutions and 2-year or similar non-baccalaureate degree programs at 4-year institutions. They will be introduced to the world of advocacy and civil society organizations in and around Tunis through daily presentations, panel discussions, engagement with local peers, tours, and community service. They will engage with leading organizations, activists, and community leaders on topics like civic engagement, sustainability, race and indigeneity, gender, migration, and other critical global justice issues through Tunisian and North African lenses. Applicants must be: - U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. - Currently enrolled at a 2-year institution or seeking a 2-year degree or similar pre-baccalaureate degree program - Fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including at least 1 booster, at least 30 days before the program start date. Note: Knowledge of Arabic or French language is not required to participate in this program. All program activities will be conducted in English.

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A Guide to Studying Abroad in Tunisia

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Studying abroad in Tunisia will give you an experience to remember, with its festivals full of music and dance, history and art museums, and, of course, the food (seafood fah dayz). Tunisia has been home to different empires and colonizers including the French, Ottoman, and Roman, and each of these major influences helped establish the melting pot that is contemporary Tunisian culture. What Tunisia lacks in size it makes up for what it can offer in its rich culture and history. Before deciding on your study abroad program, consider which programs are best for you based on its academic and social factors.

The academic and cultural center of Tunisia is its cosmopolitan capital and largest city, Tunis. Sitting on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, Tunis is an impressive example of traditional and modern art and architecture. This type of influence, primarily French, has impacted much of the education system in Tunisia. While there are numerous universities across the country, they are primarily in Tunis, such as Tunis University and Tunis El Manar University. The Tunisian education system has increasingly been supported by the government, allowing for university enrollment to triple over the last ten years.

There are limited study abroad options in locations outside of Tunis. Luckily, due in part to its smaller size, you would still have the chance to see the rest of the country (Hint! weekend trips to incredible ancient sights have yet to be considered a bad idea).

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Experience the Arab world's first democracy

March 12, 2015by: AnonymousProgram: SIT Study Abroad: Tunisia & Italy: Politics & Religious

SIT Tunisia is an amazing experience to witness social and political change firsthand. The independent research component integrates you into the country, connects you with locals, and allows you to gain real-world experience in your topic of interest - be it women's rights, indigenous communities, development, religion, arts, you name it. Sidi Bou Said is beautiful. The food is amazing. Zero qualms about this program.

Immersive, Exciting, Educational, Fun, Unique

August 01, 2014by: Katarina O'ReganProgram: SIT Study Abroad: Tunisia & Italy: Politics & Religious

I wanted to study in a place where I could practice my French and learn some Arabic, and in a place that was off the beaten track, but rich in culture and politics. Tunisia was different enough to be exciting and to teach me a lot, but also had a welcoming culture that was easy to adjust to. I chose SIT because of their emphasis on experiential learning. All the SIT students took a 1 week trip to the south of the country which was incredible. We rode camels in the Sahara, saw incredible Roman ruins, passed through the town where the Arab Spring started, and walked around the sets of Star Wars. We also got to practice our Arabic and French, and bonded a lot on the weeklong roadtrip.