Study Abroad: United Arab Emirates
Understanding linguistics in the UAE
Jan. 10 – 18, 2026
Immerse yourself in the language and culture of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Escape the Chicago winter and enjoy the sun with other students on Ajman University’s Winter Study Tour 2026.
The trip features one course for three credit hours total:
- ENG127 - Introduction to General Linguistics (3 credits)
Explore the origins of language, its internal structure and function. Learn to analyze language in terms of phonology, morphology, grammar, syntax, semantics, pragmatics and language variation. Because this class is taking place in the UAE, there will be a comparative focus between English and Arabic languages.
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Cost: $2,900*
*Trip cost subject to change due to unanticipated changes in currency exchange rate, airline and accommodation variations.
Cost includes:
- round-trip airfare
- accommodation
- insurance
- full-time tour guide
- daily breakfast
- some meals
- in-country transportation
- cultural excursions/activities (as arranged for this program)
Cost excludes:
- College of Lake County tuition and fees
- passport fees
- incidental/personal expenses
- optional excursions
- additional meals
- travel medicine
Application deadline: September 26, 2025
It takes only 5 minutes to complete the application!
Have your passport ready, the contact information for two CLC instructors to serve as your references (must be different from the faculty leaders), and a short statement of purpose to demonstrate why you’d like to study abroad in this program.
Apply Online via the Education Abroad Portal
After submitting your application, an in-person payment of $500 must promptly be made at the Welcome and One Stop Center to secure your spot. Then, faculty will schedule an interview with you to finalize the application process.
Withdrawal information: Your deposit and other fees are refundable if you withdraw from the program no later than October 10, 2025. Withdrawals must be made in writing and submitted to wwloch@clcillinois.edu.
Scholarship opportunities
Payment schedule
| Payment | Amount | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| First Payment | $500 | Sept. 27, 2025 |
| Second Payment | $1,300 | Oct. 10, 2025 |
| Third Payment | $1,100 | Oct. 31, 2025 |
