Fast Facts
Location: Yemen is an ideal location for those wishing to learn Arabic.
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Neighborhood: The college is centrally located in Sana’a, within walking distance of the historical Old City.
Academics: Most well known for the Program in Arabic Lanugage, the college also offers classes in contemporary Middle-East studies.
Accreditation: The Yemen College of Middle Eastern Studies is licensed by the Yemen Ministry of Higher Education.
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ABOUT
The Yemen College of Middle Eastern Studies (YCMES) is a fully accredited, non-profit college that provides students, researchers, and professionals from around the world the opportunity to develop a complex and thorough knowledge of the Arabic Language and the Contemporary Middle East.
Located at the edge of the Old City of Sana'a, which is one of the world’s most ancient cities, the YCMES is an ideal context for language acquisition and cultural immersion. Unlike other Middle Eastern cities such as Beirut or Cairo where English and/or French are pervasive, Sana’a is one of the few remaining places in the world where Arabic is spoken exclusively.
In addition to the academic coursework offered at YCMES, students may take advantage of a series of day and overnight trips, lectures, and other cultural activities. These activities strengthen students’ integration into Yemeni society.
The YCMES offers its students unmatched language and academic programs, cultural activities, and volunteer/community service opportunities to engage students within Yemeni society. Additionally, the College hosts delegation visits, university study-tours, academic researchers, and visiting professors.
We sincerely hope that you will consider joining us – whether it be for 5 weeks, a semester, year or some other length of study.