Dual Language Track

Knowing more than one Middle Eastern language allows students to engage with the Middle East in a transnational, regional way, and makes possible comparative analysis and a broader understanding of the region. For this reason, CMES encourages students to acquire at least intermediate knowledge of a second Middle Eastern language by signing up for the Dual Language track.  Committing to the Dual Language track typically means that students need to extend their time-to-degree, making it an attractive option for Dual Degree students and students seeking graduate portfolios, who already require longer time-to-degree and can, therefore, take additional language courses. For MA students not seeking Dual Degrees or portfolios, the Dual Language option is possible with careful and strategic planning that may include summer language study. To help students achieve Dual Language requirements, we prioritize dual language students for travel funding and waive their tuition for the Arabic Summer Institute. In some cases, students who demonstrate that a non-Middle Eastern language (such as Urdu, Spanish, or French) complements their research interests may be allowed to pursue the study of that language as their second language in fulfillment of our Dual Language degree requirements.  

Dual-Language Track Application 

In order to submit your application, you MUST have and be able to upload all required materials. Please make sure identifying information is included on ALL files. CMES will not be responsible for files that are not identifiable to an applicant. 

Files to submit with your application:

1. Statement of Purpose describing how proficiency in the languages listed on your application relates to your academic and professional goals. 

2. Current resume / cv

3. The names and emails of two references (one must be a language instructor)

Examples of Dual-Language Track Programs of Work