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Al Akhawayn University

Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane is an independent, public, not-for-profit, coeducational, Moroccan university committed to educating future citizen-leaders of Morocco and the world through a globally oriented, English-language, liberal arts curriculum based on the American system. The University enhances Morocco and engages the world through leading-edge educational and research programs, including continuing and executive education upholds the highest academic and ethical standards and promotes equity and social responsibility.

Founded in 1993 by Royal Dahir (decree), Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane opened its doors to students in January 1995. Based on the principles of diversity and an international outlook, the university’s mission is driven by values of human solidarity and tolerance. Al Akhawayn has modeled its administrative, pedagogical, and academic organization on the American university system, and English is the language of instruction.

Country

Morocco

Top choice for

Culture, affordability, adventure

City

Ifrane ,

Campus location

Main campus

Language prerequisites

English

CEFR level

Accepted certificates

TOEFL iBT, IELTS

Additional notes

We can also work with a home institution’s language certification.

Some useful info

Number of students

4500

Founding year

1993

Acceptance rate

85%

Semester fees

71000 Moroccan Dirhams
(6800 EUR)

Accommodation

On campus

Accommodation details

The main choice for students is a standard double room but a few other options such as singles, studios, etc. are sometimes available.

Fall semester application deadline

April 1, 2025

Spring semester application deadline

November 1, 2025

Cost of living

2000 Moroccan Dirhams/month

Major expenses

Morocco is generally affordable and students can get by on a quite modest monthly budget for off-campus purchases. These include:
– Local or national travel (international will be more expensive of course)
– Eating out

On a budget of 2000 MAD per month, a free mover student can enjoy life in Ifrane and around the country fairly well as long as some simplicity in choices are observed. On the other hand, if a student wants to live more luxuriously, that will come at a higher monthly budget of course.

This semester fees are inclusive of 15 credits, standard double room, meal plan, insurance, and applicable fees, so you don’t have to worry about additional expenses too much.

Visa and immigration

Students will be advised on this before coming, but generally speaking, the following applies:
– Police record from the student’s home country
– Valid passport

Some students may need a visa prior to arrival, depending on their country of origin or residence.

Social and extracurricular activities

AUI is a full residential campus with numerous activities daily organized especially by the Student Activities Office. An overview can be found here.

You can see a snapshot of the offered activities on Instagram.

Testimonials

As one of the top universities in Morocco, Al Akhawayn University has resources to help students in their academic journey. As an exchange student, the Office of International Programs gave great support for international students and is there to help resolve any concerns or needs. The university is a living, learning space. Students are academically challenged to prepare them for their careers, while also encouraged to build and create community to prepare them to be engaged in their society. Student facilities are well maintained and equipped to meet student needs. From the dormitory, to the cafeteria, to the sports complex, to the library, students can enter these spaces and feel they are getting their needs met.