Seven surrounding hills, known as jabals, helped
shaped the city. Amman is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities
in the world having been home to a multitude of civilizations over the years -
the Ammonites, Assyrians, Persians, Greeks, Nabateans and Romans, Byzantines
and Umayyad Arabs.
Today Amman is a prospering modern metropolis filled
with ancient ruins, art galleries, and museums. It serves as a hub within
the Middle East for commerce and trade. With a tradition of welcoming
refugees and immigrants from nearby countries, Amman is a multi-cultural and
multi denominational city and one of the most liberal and westernized cities in
the region.
The
School in Jordan is based at the University of Jordan,
Jordan’s oldest public 4-year institution of higher education, established in
1962. With a strong emphasis on research, and a rich background in liberal
arts, the University of Jordan is an excellent host for students of all
academic backgrounds.
This
program is designed for students with proficiency in Arabic, who adhere to the
Middlebury Language Pledge® while studying abroad. The Pledge shows a
commitment to linguistic immersion and is the key to students' successful
language development and cultural integration.