Thrive in Dakar

French and English Language Business, Social Science, and STEM Studies in Senegal's Coastal Capital. Starting at $12,500!

Overview Academics Support Housing Options In Dakar, Senegal Culture Dates & Fees Application

Dates & Fees

Fall 2026: August 27 – December 20, 2026

Academic Year 2026-27: August 27, 2026- May 9, 2027

Spring 2027: January 18, 2027 – May 9, 2027

Fall 2027: To be confirmed

The Dakar program includes the following:

Academics

  • Tuition fees for full course load
  • Customized language support
  • Academic support: methodology sessions, proofreading sessions, course-specific tutoring, mid-semester review
  • School uniform

Culture

  • Three-day on-site orientation
  • 4 cultural activities: performing arts, events and more
  • 1 day trip
  • 1 weekend excursion
  • 2 Introduction African Arts seminars
  • Volunteer and extracurricular opportunities
  • Tandem linguistique: Senegalese university conversation partner

Housing

  • Homestay: with breakfast and dinner 7 days/week
  • Independant Room: with linens and laundry

Support

  • Airport pick-up
  • One-on-one course advising and registration
  • Pre-departure support and student visa assistance
  • Civil liability insurance
  • 24/7 on-site support for emergency and health matters, housing and logistical guidance

Program Fees

Tuition, Culture & Support

  • Semester: Starting at $12,500 2025-2026 *
  • Academic Year: TBC

Fall semester participants: For extra language support, enroll in the Paris: August Short-Term program for a reduced fee: $3,200

Housing

  • Homestay – Semester: Daily breakfast and dinner, 7 days/week: To Be Confirmed*
  • Homestay – Academic Year: Daily breakfast and dinner, 7 days/week: To Be Confirmed*
  • Independent Housing – Semester: Linens and weekly laundry service: To Be Confirmed*
  • Independent Housing – Academic Year: Linens and weekly laundry service: To Be Confirmed*

If you are a student with demonstrated financial need, inquire about support provided by APA at [email protected] as we strive to ensure enthusiastic, academic-minded students have the opportunity to study abroad.

*Premium housing and specific course options may have additional fees.

Payment Schedule

  • $500 deposit due upon acceptance
  • Semester Students: Remaining balance must be paid in full by July 15 (fall semester) or November 30 (spring semester)
  • Academic Year Students: 50% of balance by July 15. Remaining balance must be paid in full by August 15.

Out-of-Pocket Expenses

  • Flight to and from Dakar
  • Passport
  • Student visa
  • Immunizations
  • Meals outside of board
  • Public transportation
  • Personal expenses and purchases such as personal travel, souvenirs, and entertainment
  • Medical insurance and up-front medical expenses (such as payment in advance for consultations and prescribed medications purchased locally
  • School of Record Transcript Fee: An official transcript from APA’s School of Record may be required depending on the student’s home institution. Additional fees may apply based on institutional partnerships. Please contact APA for more information about transcript requirements and applicable fees.
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