Summer in Senegal

Spend six weeks in Dakar, the heart of Francophone West Africa

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Dates & Fees

Regretfully, Dakar Summer 2020 will not take place due to conditions surrounding COVID-19.

Summer 2021 dates TBA.

For reference, the six-week program runs from May 27 – July 12, 2020.

The program with two-week extension runs from May 27 – July 26, 2020.

View the program calendar

The Dakar Summer Program includes the following:

Academics

  • Tuition fees for two courses
  • Academic and customized language support

Orientation

  • Airport pick-up on May 27
  • 3-day orientation

Culture

  • 4 cultural events
  • 2 day trips
  • 1 weekend excursion
  • African arts workshops and seminars
  • Conversational Wolof classes

Housing

  • Homestay private room
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week
  • Weekly laundry
  • Lodging and all 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
  • Full room and board for additional two weeks
  • Choice of intensive Wolof study, internship placement, independent study, or volunteer opportunity

Program Fees

  • 6 Weeks: $6,100
  • 2-Week Extension for independent study, internship, volunteer work: $2,300
  • 2-Week Extension for intensive Wolof study: $2,600

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 April 1

Out-of-Pocket Expenses

  • Roundtrip flight to Dakar
  • Passport
  • Immunizations
  • Medical insurance
  • Local transportation
  • Personal expenses and purchases such as souvenirs and entertainment
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