Summer in Senegal
Spend six weeks in Dakar, the heart of Francophone West Africa
The six-week program runs from June 4 – July 20, 2025. (To be confirmed)
The program with two-week extension runs from June 4 – August 3, 2025. (To be confirmed)
The Dakar Summer Program includes the following:
Academics
- Tuition fees for one of the following options:
- two courses
- one course + one independent study
- one course + one internship
- Customized language support
- Academic support
Orientation
- Airport pick-up on June 4th, 2025 (TBC)
- 3-day orientation
Culture
- 3 cultural events
- 2-day trips
- 1 weekend excursion
- African arts workshops and seminars
- Conversational Wolof classes
Housing
- Homestay
- Daily breakfast and dinner six days a week
- Weekly laundry
- Lodging and meals on excursions
Support
- Pre-departure support
- Liability insurance
- 24/7 on-site emergency and logistical support
2-Week Extension
- Includes all of the above
- Room and board for additional two weeks
- Choice of:
- intensive Wolof study,
- the continuation of internship placement, or volunteer opportunity
- the continuation of independent study
Program Fees
- 6 Weeks: $6,400 (tbc)
- 2-Week Extension for independent study, internship, volunteer work: $2,500 (tbc)
- 2-Week Extension for intensive Wolof study: $2,900 (tbc)
If you are a student with demonstrated financial need, inquire about support provided by APA at usa@apaparis.com as we strive to ensure enthusiastic, academic-minded students have the opportunity to study abroad.
Payment Schedule
- $500 deposit upon acceptance
- Remaining balance paid in full by May 1
Out-of-Pocket Expenses
- Roundtrip flight to Dakar
- Passport
- Immunizations
- Medical insurance
- Local transportation
- Personal expenses and purchases such as souvenirs and entertainment