Study Abroad in Saudi Arabia
We connect the American and Saudi academic communities.
Facilitating a program tailored to your needs…
We facilitate study abroad programs that suit different types of course lengths, ranging from one week to an entire academic year (and everything in between). We take care of all of our clients’ academic and logistical needs (including housing and transportation), connect them with local professors who specialize in the client’s preferred area or subject, organize class trips to various types of sites, and more.
Simply put, our goal is to enable students to learn, immerse themselves in Saudi culture, and maximize the educational value that they attain from this experience.
Why Saudi Arabia
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Top Universities
Saudi Arabia is home to some of the highest-ranked universities in the Middle East/Arab World, as well as research institutions and think tanks that have regional and international importance.
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Engaging Local Heritage
You and your class can take a trip back in time through tours of local heritage sites like al Diriyah and al Masmak, including visits to museums that showcase the history of Saudi Arabia and the region.
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A Past to Discover
You can discover the Islamic and ancient pasts, ranging from Hegra (the second largest city of the Nabatean Kingdom) to al Balad (an area rich with Umayyad, Abbasid and Ottoman-era architectural designs, cultural centers, and museums).
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English Language Usage
Many universities in the Kingdom use English as the main language for instruction, coursework, and formal communications, which means that there will be minimal linguistic barriers for you or your students. English is also commonly used at restaurants, malls, pharmacies, and elsewhere.
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World-class Energy Facilities
Your class can visit some of the best oil and renewable energy facilities in the world. In addition to being the world’s top oil producer, Saudi Arabia is embracing pioneering renewable energy technologies.
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The Change
You could witness Vision 2030 at first hand. The country is going through a massive social, economic, and environmental transformation. Saudi Arabia is already one of the world's 20 largest economies and the biggest one in the Middle East/Arab World region.
Our Services
Academic Services
We connect you with professors and instructors from different universities who specialize in the field(s) and area(s) that you choose to give lectures to your students. This includes political science, history, energy studies, and more. Just as importantly, we find and reserve classrooms/lecture halls that suit your class size.
Housing & Transportation
We arrange the housing accommodations (hotels/furnished apartments) that suit the duration of your program and class size. We also take care of your transportation to/from your residential area and classrooms/lecture halls, as well as during field trips and tours.
Tours
We help you identify the sites that may be of the highest educational value to your students and arrange guided tours that revolve around your preferred subject(s) and theme(s). Riyadh, the capital, largest city, and where the program is based out of, is home to al Diriyah (est. 300 years ago as the capital of the First Saudi State), the historical al Masmak Fortress and al Murabaa Palace, and the Shura Council, all of which are perfect spots for day trips.
Elsewhere in the country, we can arrange group trips for your class to the world-famous Saudi Aramco oil facilities in the Eastern Province, as well as those that focus on renewable energy and related technologies. In al Ula, you will learn about ancient civilizations that used to occupy the region thousands of years ago, while in Jeddah, you may explore different aspects of Umayyad, Abbasyd, and Ottoman history.
Program Location
Riyadh
Primary Location
Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia and, with a population of more than 7 million people, the largest city in the Arabian Peninsula. It is an ideal destination for those who want to explore the Kingdom’s historical and heritage sites, engage with the country’s academic, governmental, and economic institutions, and discover the great outdoors of the desert,
Abha
Summer Program
Nicknamed ‘the Bride of the Mountain’, Abha is the capital of the Asir Province in southwestern Saudi Arabia. Alongside being home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a variety of significant cultural, historical, and natural locations, Abha is known for its year-round temperate weather. It is an enchanting site for a summer program in the midst of the mountains and greenery.
Get in touch.
Feel free to contact us with any questions or inquiries.
Phone
(818) 850-3044
Studyabroad@arabiantoursusa.com
Arabian Tours:
What We Do
We plan and organize customized individual trips and guided group tours for American tourists, adventure travelers, history enthusiasts, and cultural explorers who want to discover and experience the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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