Orientation

For many of you, your upcoming study abroad trip to Morocco might be your first time in the North Africa, or your first extended period overseas. With it, comes a mix of anticipation, excitement and of course, lots of questions.  We understand your position; many of our full-time staff are Western-born professionals (and students) who also came to Morocco with little in-depth knowledge about the country and customs save for the standard recommendations of popular travel guides. In this spirit, we’ve put lots of extra attention (and first-hand experience) into helping you comfortably transition into student life here in Rabat. Prior to classes, all incoming students will attend a live, comprehensive two-part orientation event at SOHARA. The first session addresses key topics on city life, from practical notes on health, housing, transport and residency matters, as well as tips on culture and local customs.  Session two provides a thorough overview of SOHARA’s academic program, including insight into our unique teaching methodology.  Both sessions offer the chance for lively discussion and networking with new friends and classmates from around the world.