Arabic is the fifth most spoken language in the world, and is used throughout North Africa and the Middle East. With over 420 million speakers, Arabic has been a driving force for advancements in science and cultural enrichment. Study Arabic and explore the rich, complex culture of this region through a multi-faceted and engaging course of study. You will be prepared for graduate study and careers in a diverse array of fields. Arabic is also one of the official languages of the United Nations. The Arabic Major is composed of 36-42 credits.
Unless otherwise noted, 120 credits of coursework is required for a baccalaureate degree with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA, and a minimum 2.0 major GPA.
Program Requirements Overview
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| 39 |
| 0 |
| 30-36 |
| 51-45 |
| Total Credits | 120 |
Major Requirements
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| 0-6 |
| Beginning Arabic I | |
| Beginning Arabic II | |
| |
| ARAB 121 | Intermediate Arabic I | 3 |
| ARAB 132 | Intermediate Arabic II | 3 |
| ARAB 193 | Introduction to Arab Culture | 3 |
| ARAB 203 | Advanced Arabic I | 3 |
| ARAB 261 | Arabic Writing I | 3 |
| 15 |
| Total Credits | 30-36 |
Major Electives
General Education Requirements
Click here for a list of courses that fulfill General Education categories.
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| 1 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 3 |
| 4 |
| 1 |
| Introduction to Arab Culture (Fulfilled in the major.) | |
| 3 |
| Total Credits | 39 |
World Languages and Cultures Requirements
Click here for a list of courses that fulfill World Languages and Cultures categories.
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| |
| Introduction to Arab Culture (Fulfilled in the major.) | |
| Total Credits | 0 |
Recommended Roadmap to Degree Completion
This four-year plan is provided as an outline for students to follow in order to complete their degree requirements within four years. This plan is a recommendation and students should only use it in consultation with their academic advisor.
| First Year |
|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
|---|
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (A) New Student Seminar | 1 | GENERAL EDUCATION: (C2) Literature | 3 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (C1) Writing | 3 | GENERAL EDUCATION: (G) Computer Science | 3 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (C3) Communication | 3 | GENERAL EDUCATION: (K1) Social Science – American and European History | 3 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (H) Mathematics | 3 | GENERAL EDUCATION: (L) Interdisciplinary Studies | 3 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (K3) Social Science – Social Science Perspectives | 3 | ARAB 112 | 3 |
| ARAB 101 | 3 | |
| | 16 | | 15 |
| Second Year |
|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
|---|
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (D) Fine and Performing Arts | 3 | GENERAL EDUCATION: (F2) Humanities – Philosophical and Religious Perspectives | 3 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (F1) Humanities – Great Works and Their Influences | 3 | GENERAL EDUCATION: (I) Natural Science Laboratory | 4 |
| GENERAL EDUCATION: (J) Physical Education | 1 | World Cultures | 3 |
| ARAB 121 | 3 | ARAB 132 | 3 |
| ARAB 193 | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| | 16 | | 16 |
| Third Year |
|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
|---|
| ARAB 203 | 3 | ARAB 204 | 3 |
| ARAB 261 | 3 | ARAB 321 | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| | 15 | | 15 |
| Fourth Year |
|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
|---|
| ARAB 450 | 3 | Major Elective | 3 |
| Major Elective | 3 | Major Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| | 15 | | 12 |
| Total Credits 120 |