Antioch Education Abroad
Antioch University
150 E. South College Street
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
Phone: (937) 769-1015 or
(800) 874-7986
Fax: (937) 769-1019
E-mail: aea@antioch.edu
Online: Online Inquiry Form

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Student Comments

"This culture/place is incredible and so different from the United States. Being (in Mali) has helped me identify who I am as a person and artist. It was wonderfully challenging and we all grew from this experience. "
- Michael Liang, University of Michigan

"It’s challenging in really unexpected ways, and so eye-opening. I’ve become more independent, a better listener, a better communicator, a wiser person. I’m learning to find and pursue my education."
- Katelyn Orr, Goucher College

“My homestay family was extremely generous and lovely – they enjoyed meeting other students and took really great care of us.” – Becky Fenton, Miami University ."
- Becky Fenton, Miami University

“Oumou was a wonderful language teacher and spirit. I feel that my Bamanankan improvement was remarkable, and I was quite comfortable speaking with people and accomplishing basic goals in Bamanankan. It was a great experience.”
- Shea Witzberger, Antioch College

“The on-site instructors, from dance, to traditional cloth-dyeing, to music, etc. were absolutely fantastic, both in their instruction and in their patience.”
– Jacob Elias, University of Oregon

“Mali is the most richly cultured country I’ve ever seen and everyone could benefit from spending time there.”
– Eric Herman

“My experience on the apprenticeship has inspired me to think of returning to Mali, perhaps on a Fullbright.”
– Emily Harris, Carleton College

“My apprenticeship supervisor has a vast knowledge of the musical material he was teaching me and taught me not only the material, but how to learn in a more traditional Malian way. I know that contact with him will last for longer than just the duration of the program.”
– Jacob Elias, University of Oregon

“The culture of Mali is so vibrant and artistically inspiring it deserves to be studied and shared.”
– Lee Rainboth, Iowa State University

“I had the unique opportunity of spending my days with a group of photographers who were around my age. We awoke before the sun rose and worked until after it set. I learned an incredible work ethic.”
– Stephanie Slattery, Eastern Michigan University

“My apprenticeship . . . making jewelry with a Dogon blacksmith was amazing! I loved it!”
– Jamila Hunter, Antioch College

Antioch Education Abroad

Mali: African Arts and Culture

Costs & Financial Aid

Scroll down for important information regarding Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Grants.

Costs

The program fees for the Fall 2010 program will be set in the Spring of 2010. Below are the fees for the 2009 program:

Tuition: $609/credit hour

Total Tuition: $9741 (16 semester credits)

Transportation Internationally from JFK to Mali and

Transportation in Mali: $2560

Room and Board: $3000

The Program Fees include:

Tuition
Round trip airfare from JFK international airport (NYC)
All program-related transportation in Mali
Accommodations and meals
On-site reading packet and hand-outs
International student I.D. card
Administrative services of Antioch Education Abroad

Additional expenses not covered by the AEA Program Fees include travel to/from JFK airport, books, immunizations, anti-malarial medication, and overseas funds.

Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Grants

Making inquiries and arrangements for financial aid is the responsibility of the student. Many students have been able to apply financial aid from their home institution to the Arts and Culture in Mali Program.

Early contact with the home institution's financial aid and study abroad offices is strongly advised.
According to the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act (102-325), federal financial aid is transferable and applicable to study abroad.
Individual payment plans through Antioch Education Abroad may be arranged.

Antioch Education Abroad has compiled a list of resources for outside grants and scholarships that may be applicable to this study abroad program. We strongly recommend that students begin the scholarship and grant application process as early as possible, as these deadlines may differ considerably from AEA deadlines.

Download the 2009/2010 AEA Scholarship and Grant Resource Guide (in PDF format).

Outside scholarships can be of great help. In the past, students on Antioch Education Abroad programs have successfully received the Gilman International Scholarship for up to $5,000. The application deadline for this substantial award is April 15.

Should you have any further questions about financial aid and/or costs, please contact Antioch Education Abroad and visit our FAQ page.

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