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



The six-week program runs from June 2 – July 18, 2021.
The program with two-week extension runs from June 2 – August 1, 2021.
The Dakar Summer Program includes the following:
Academics
- Tuition fees for two courses
- Customized language support
- Academic support
Orientation
- Airport pick-up on June 2
- 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 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