College of DuPage offers a world of educational opportunities in your own backyard. At COD, you'll find:

•  Dedicated instructors with years of professional experience.
• Instruction utilizing our state-of-the-art facilities.
• Affordable courses to help you achieve success without creating overwhelming debt or draining your savings account.
• Small class sizes to ensure you receive personalized attention.

The study of Arabic offers many benefits including:

1. Global Language
   Arabic is a global language that is spoken natively in 22 countries. These countries make up the Arab World. You cannot find any 22 countries in the world that speak the same native language and share the same history. Most of them also share the same religion.
2. Increasing Job Opportunities
   Speaking Arabic will increase your chances of finding a new job, getting a transfer overseas or attending foreign business trips. There are many incentives and job opportunities for those who speak it in a variety of fields such as journalism, trade, translation, international law, industry, education and finance.
3. Studying Abroad & Scholarships
   Students pursuing Arabic are able to secure study abroad scholarships and other professional development opportunities. If you plan to study at one of the Middle East universities, colleges or schools, you'll need a thorough knowledge of the local language. Attaining proficiency in Arabic makes you a stronger candidate for graduate school in disciplines such as Middle East Studies, Religious Studies, International Studies, Political Science, Literature and Cultural Studies. Studying Arabic enables you to read texts in their original language and to conduct fieldwork in Arabic, adding value to your scholarship.
4. Religion
   Learning Arabic will help you better understand Islam. Arabic is a tool that will help you learn about the Quran and Muslim culture. 
5. Culture 
   Learning the Arabic language will help you to communicate and give you a better understanding of culture and ways of thinking. The traditional hospitality of the Arabs becomes even more cordial when a guest shows a willingness to communicate in the language.

Students who complete courses in any of the Foreign Languages disciplines will:

• Communicate effectively in more than one language in order to function in a variety of situations and for multiple purposes
• Interact with cultural competence and understanding
• Connect with other disciplines and acquire information and diverse perspectives in order to use the language to function in academic and career-related situations
• Develop insight into the nature of language and culture in order to interact with cultural competence
• Communicate and interact with cultural competence in order to participate in multilingual communities at home and around the world

College of DuPage partners with several four-year institutions to help students seamlessly complete a bachelor’s degree in languages. Students can connect with Transfer Services for personalized guidance on transfer opportunities.

For more information about Transfer Pathways, visit the College of DuPage Catalog. The pathway outlines a typical two-year course plan for completing an AA or AS degree before transferring to a four-year program. Course requirements vary by institution, so consult your faculty or academic advisor for specific guidance.

Articulation Agreements

College of DuPage maintains transfer agreements with many colleges and universities to ensure a smooth transition toward a bachelor’s degree. These agreements often include a defined course sequence. Students should regularly meet with a faculty member or Advising Services to stay on track.

• Elmhurst University. AA to BA in French
• Elmhurst University, AA to BA in German
• Elmhurst University, AA to BA in Spanish
• Northern Illinois University, AA to BA in World Languages and Cultures
• Temple University- Japan Campus, affiliation agreement

Transfer Guides

Beyond articulation agreements and guaranteed admission programs, College of DuPage courses transfer to many other institutions. Transfer Guides help students select COD courses that meet prerequisites for specific majors and include details such as contact information, major requirements, general education requirements, and transfer policies.

• Southern Illinois University- Carbondale, AA to BA East Asian Language and Culture (LCIS)
• Southern Illinois University- Carbondale, AA to BA Languages, Cultures, and International Studies (LCIS) French
• Southern Illinois University- Carbondale, AA to BA Languages, Cultures, and International Studies (LCIS) German
• Southern Illinois University- Carbondale, AA to BA East Asian Language and Culture (LCIS)
• Southern Illinois University- Carbondale, AA to BA Languages, Cultures, and International Studies (LCIS) Spanish