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Highlights of the program include:
- Trekking into the legendary Rub al Khali (“Empty Quarter”) desert
- Observing traditional camel herding and milking practices in remote mountain villages
- Snorkeling or SCUBA diving (certified participants only) in Oman’s biodiverse coral reef systems
- Visiting a frankincense tree sanctuary and unique geological formations like natural sinkholes
- Touring multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites central to Oman's history
- Investigate historically significant archaeological sites like Al Baleed and Shishr
- Examine artifacts and ruins central to the ancient frankincense trade
- Compare desert survival and sustainable solutions in Oman and the American Southwest
- Question and explore the intricacies of ancient trade routes and ways of life
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Important Dates:
March 2, 2026: Application Deadline
April 18, 2026: Mandatory Pre-Departure Meeting
May 6, 2026: Mandatory Online Class
May 19 - June 7, 2026: Adventures in Oman
June 11, 2026: Mandatory Online Class
Estimated Costs
The following are the estimated total costs to participate in the Oman Study Abroad trip and are subject to change:
Estimated Program Fee: $950 (program fee due to EMCC March 25, 2025)
Estimated Tuition: $694 (due to EMCC by Summer tuition deadline)
Estimated Airfare: $1,500 (not included in program fee)
Estimated Meals: $525 (not included in program fee)
Estimated Transportation: $50 (not included in program fee)
Estimated Tourist Visa: $40 (not included in program fee)
Estimated TOTAL Cost: $3,759
Upon acceptance and enrollment, a student payment plan can be used for the program fee. Learn about available Study Abroad Scholarships.
International Study Abroad Scholarship Opportunities
Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship Program
- Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/
Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship Program
- Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship Program: https://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/college-study-abroad/scholarships/frederick-douglass-global-fellowship
Additional Information
Course Information
Students must enroll in both of the following classes:
ASB222: Buried Cities, Lost Tribes: Old World, 3 cr.; fulfills G, H, HU, SB
BIO105: Environmental Biology, 4 cr.; fulfills SQ
For More Information:
Kristy Miller, Ph.D.
Estrella Mountain Community College
[email protected]
623-935-8313
Scott Milne
Estrella Mountain Community College
[email protected]
623-935-8873
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Maricopa Community Colleges offers an incredible study abroad program where students can earn academic credits while exploring some of the world's most captivating cities.
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