Why study a Bachelor or Master in Morocco

Study in Morocco

Why should you study in Morocco?

Here are some reasons why international students choose to study in Morocco:

Contemporary Morocco:
Morocco is one of the most stable countries in the region, with a constitutional monarchy and a popularly elected parliament. The King of Morocco, with extensive executive powers, can dissolve the government and deploy the army, among other responsibilities. Opposition political parties are legal, and several parties have emerged in recent years. This is of course good for both Moroccans and visitors, and also for those who live there temporarily, such as students.

cultural diversity:
Morocco is a great starting point for building intercultural relations and a deep understanding of the Islamic world. There are many places to study in Morocco, especially in the main cities. AMIDEAST has a Language and Arabic Studies Program for Language Learners. The students live with Arabic-speaking families in the capital, Rabat, and learn the contemporary dialect and the Moroccan dialect in class.

How much does it cost?

Undergraduate fees in Morocco can be around $10,000 – $15,000 per year, which may include some living costs depending on the institution. Food is very cheap but many students prefer to cook for themselves.

If you decide to study in Morocco, you do not need to rob a bank in order to cover the costs of your studies, since tuition fees are low compared to many countries in the world, as they differ in different universities. For example, the cost of studying at Al Akhawayn University is about 3,045 Moroccan dirhams (318 USD) for a bachelor’s degree, and 3,780 dirhams (375 USD) for a master’s degree, during one semester (about 15-17 semester hours in the bachelor’s, and 12 semester hours in the undergraduate studies). masters)

Living in Morocco

The cost of living in Morocco is very acceptable compared to Europe, America, or even some Arab countries such as the United Arab Emirates or Jordan, whose capital, “Amman”, ranked seventh among the most expensive cities in the Arab world. To have a clearer idea of the cost of living in Morocco, here are some figures on this matter: The price of a meal in an average restaurant: 30 Moroccan dirhams (approximately 3.5 US dollars). The cost of renting a one-room apartment ranges from 1900 to 4500 dirhams (between 200 to 450 dollars), depending on how far the apartment is or how close it is to the city center.

Other costs of living

Morocco is one of the cheapest countries for international students to study in many western countries. It is one of the countries that are able to provide a great deal of luxury besides studying. You may find expensive options in tourist places and cities, such as Marrakesh. However, in the greater part of the country, food and housing are less expensive as compared to the West.

Several types of transportation are always available according to people’s needs with a cost between $100 and $150.In general, 1,000 dollars a month will be enough to make a living in Morocco and avoid problems.

Universities in Morocco

The best universities in Morocco 

The following is a list of the five best universities in Morocco, four of which ranked among the top 100 Arab universities according to the 2022 QS classification:

Al Akhawayn University 

Al Akhawayn University was founded in 1992 by King Hassan II, and was named after the two late kings, Saudi King Fahd bin Abdulaziz and King Hassan II, as Saudi Arabia contributed to financing the construction of this university.

It was ranked 46th in the Arab world for 2022. The university is located in Ifrane at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, allowing students to live and study in the lap of nature that might remind you of the foothills of the Alps. In addition to its distinguished geographical location, the university has modern, high-quality equipment that provides its students with a rich study experience.

University of Hassan II Casablanca

The university is located in the largest city in Morocco, and the capital of the economic kingdom “Casablanca”. It was founded in 1975 and merged with Hassan II University of Mohammedia in 2014. It offers many study programs in various disciplines, and includes 123 laboratories, 10 research centers, two technology platforms, an observatory and 10 doctoral study centers offering more than 46 doctoral programs. As is the case in Francophone countries, the official language of instruction at the university is French and Arabic, but technical disciplines are taught in French only.

Cadi Ayyad University 

Cadi Ayyad University, founded in 1973 in Marrakesh, is the largest university in Morocco. It has an enrollment of about 102,000 students. The university includes 13 majors, most of which are in the fields of science, such as physics, geology and life sciences. It was ranked 91st among the best Arab universities for 2022.

Mohammed V University in Rabat 

The university was founded in 1957 in the Moroccan capital, Rabat, specifically in the Souissi region. Its establishment came as a result of the merger of two educational institutions, Mohammed V University in Agdal, and Mohammed V University in Souissi.
The university offers a variety of master’s and bachelor’s programs, and is ranked 51st among the best Arab universities for 2022.

 

Student Visa - Morocco

Like in any other study destination, you’ll need a study visa to study in Morocco, Go to the nearest Moroccan embassy in the country of residence and apply for a student visa after you have received a letter of acceptance at any recognized Moroccan institution in Morocco (the university you applied to in this case).

Documents required 

You’ll need to hand in the following documents when applying for a student visa/ residence permit:

• Proof of payment of the application fee (around 160 dollars)
• Photocopy of your passport
• Letter of acceptance from Moroccan university, stating that you are part of a full time program. For PhD courses, duration must be written 
• Proof of medical insurance in Morocco
• Proof that you can support yourself financially during your studies, in the form of bank statements. You’ll need to prove you have a minimum of 900 dollars a month to sustain your costs of living
• Documents that prove scholarships/student aid/ grants (if applicable) 

 

How to apply - Morocco

Foreign students who wishing to enroll in a Moroccan university must hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent issued in the year of enrollment at the university. Students enrolled in master’s courses must have a bachelor’s degree.

To enroll in most public institutions of higher education in Morocco, you must go through the diplomatic channel of your home country which will help you with your application. Your application will then be sent to the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation. To apply for most private universities, you can send your application directly to the university you wish to attend, and then wait for a response from the university or embassy.

Upon acceptance, you will know the date of the interview, and you will then know, in the event of acceptance after the interview, the date of travel (which will be about a month after the location of the interview).

 

Scholarship in Morocco

When it comes to scholarships to study in Morocco, you can find many choices available for international students. Most Moroccan universities offer scholarships and there are also some public ones offered by the Moroccan government. Read on to find out about some of the best ones to apply to if you want to study in Morocco. 

Some of the scholarships available to Moroccan universities:

• Amideast program: Offers a variety of scholarships and exchange opportunities for pre-college, undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels.
• Fully Funded Scholarship from Qalam wa Lawh: All tuition and housing fees are covered for the duration of the program. It hosts students interested in learning Arabic from all over the world, where Modern Standard Arabic is taught in addition to Modern Colloquial Arabic.