Frequently Asked Questions
Duration:
This flagship program of Wafid Arabic Institute is designed to help you study, in-depth, the many nuances of the Modern Standard Arabic, the language as it is spoken in the contemporary discourse of the Arab region. In order to immerse our students in an exceptionally cultural and practical learning experience with the native speakers, our coursework includes plenty of extracurricular activities, vacations and field trips to prominent locations of Jordan.
Duration: 4 weeks (approximately one month) and a total of 80 contact/classroom hours.
In addition to the Quarterly Program (Short Term/Semester), Wafid Arabic Institute offers Monthly Intensive Courses that accommodate students with limited time and busy schedules, who are willing to put forth the extra effort required in a more intensive course. At the end of the course, you will also have the option to move up to our Quarterly program after taking a short placement exam to test your proficiency.
our regular tuition $35 per hour (one-on-one tutoring), but if you register and prepay for 40 hours or more we can offer you 35% special discount, so net per hour will be $22.75
How will I benefit from the private tutoring course?
* For group courses, our cap is 15 students per class, with a minimum 4 students. Certain levels have fewer students than capacity (less than 4 students), in that case and per our educational advisor’s instructions, the small group becomes into “semi-private lesson” instead of our regular group classes. We are committed to covering the same educational material (if not more!) but we reduce the teaching hours per the following;
Please keep in mind that with semi-private lessons:
These specialized short-term programs are designed for busy students with limited time who wish to learn Arabic in a shorter time span while still enjoying their visit to Jordan. The short-term courses offer various enrichment activities, culture trips, local transportation and accommodations, and much more.
Please click to see full details of each of the special programs
Wafid Arabic institute offers special online Arabic programs, suitable for all levels and ages. This service targets those who cannot fly to Jordan to enjoy our programs. Wafid programs can now come to you.
Program I: Special (Varied) (one to one or one to group)
The student will study in this program varied material, according to their needs and specialization. This program does not adhere to any level or a number of specific hours. Students will select their desired curriculum, including Al-Asas, Wafid’s main curriculum.
Prices and discounts:
(If there are 4 or more students of same level and request a class at same time the per hour fees will be $55)
Program II: Live Webinars for Special Subjects (package):
The students in this program will study specific and announced topics, to be covered in a certain number of hours, sufficient to cover the topics presented and collectively. Students will get a chance to discuss and communicate with the rest of the students and the instructor to achieve ultimate benefit.
Program III: Complete Levels Programs (Curriculum: Al-Asas Book)
This program is suitable for direct teaching; where students can access the classes at their desired time, and then attend a live session with the instructor to exchange information, answer questions, and discuss the covered material. This program is divided into two levels at Wafid Arabic Institute; Novus (beginners) and Advanced.
Wafid Arabic Institute does not offer housing for students who are registered for the following courses; semester program, monthly program, and private tutoring. Yet we offer housing assistance where we can provide a list of suitable housing options that best suits you.
If you are registered for one of our Special Intensive Programs, then your program includes housing.
For more info; check our housing page
Most students get a one-month visa at the airport upon arrival, which is presently priced at 40 JD ($56 US). There is a currency exchange booth at the Amman airport for you to conveniently exchange your own currency to the local Dinar. This entry visa is then extended to cover up to 6 months, if needed. Wafid Arabic Institute will assist you with your visa extensions and you may ask the staff any of your related questions.
In the case you leave Jordan and return, the mentioned procedure begins anew.
You can refer to the MOI website for further information
The Jordan pass is the ultimate sightseeing package that has been tailored for visitors. It gives pass holders the ability to make the most out of their trip visiting top sights and attractions whilst saving time, money, and efforts.
Benefits of obtaining a Jordan Pass;
Wafid Arabic Institute does not offer transportation for students who are registered for the following courses; semester program, monthly program, and private tutoring. Yet, transportation in Jordan is accessible and easy to get. You can always order an Uber or a Careem (Middle East car service) or you can hop into a local cab (yellow cab) that will simply take you anywhere you like. You can also opt to selecting local transportation such as the white cab “serveese” or busses.
If you are registered for one of our Special Intensive Programs, then your program includes transportation from and to your residence to classes and vise versa, trip transportation is also included
We teach our students “Al-Asas for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers.” Please follow this link to more information about curriculum: https://www.noorart.com/Al-Asas-for-Teaching-Arabic-for-Non-Native-Speakers-Set (Noorart is our sister company in USA). You can browse up to 100 inner pages online. This book is adopted by some universities and institutes in Amman, USA and worldwide.
Usually, all Wafid programs begin on the first of each month. It is key to note that Friday and Saturday are formal holidays in Jordan. If the first day of any month is a Friday or a Saturday, then the targeted course will consequently start on a Sunday.
Special Programs have fixed dates and do not necessarily begin on the first of every month.
We do not have a scholarship program, but we still can assist you in getting a great discount if you follow our referral policy. Every friend that registers through you, during your study period at Wafid, you will receive 10% off your fees. For example, if you come to Wafid with 5 of your friends, then you will get 50% off your tuition fees
Going on a trip with Wafid will ensure linguistic and cultural emersion that you desire, as you join the Wafid family for a trip, make sure to have the following;
As for your overnight trips, you will need all the above in addition to the following;
If you need medication, kindly make sure that you have enough during your stay in Amman, Jordan (3 weeks)
Wafid welcomes you to its summer family and wishes you the great experience of a lifetime
Regarding your options for gluten free shops in Amman, here are some to help you make better and healthier choices;
Cozmo
7th Circle
+962 (6) 5501240
Location on Google Maps
Kilograms Diet Shop
between Abdallah Ghoasheh Street and Mecca Street (below Fitness One – Mecca Street)
+962 77 614 03 03
Location on Google Maps
Miles Supermarket
Mecca Mall – Mecca Street
+962 (6) 5853444
Location on Google Maps
Bifrost Oven
40, Rainbow Street, Jabal Amman
+962 (6) 4641312
Location on Google Maps
Beat Tha Wheat
Mecca St. Amman
+962 (79) 087 6721
Location on Google Maps
Al Sufara Bakery
Ali Nassouh At-Taher St. 17, Amman
+962 (6) 581 7989
Location on Google Maps
Wafid Arabic Institute offers online courses, where you can take classes according to your desired timetable. You can learn Arabic anytime.
Check the following Link
Fortunately the healthcare facilities in Jordan are progressive. You will find most centers clean and hygienic, the staff is friendly and professional. The cost will vary depending in the health care facility you select to be treated at. An outpatient clinic will charge about 20 JDs to 30 JDs per visit. There are also emergency and 24 hour services available. Most students do not purchase health care insurance, but if you do have healthcare, you can ask your provider for international coverage. Wafid has administration employees that will assist you in the case of an emergency.
Jordanians are hospitable people by nature and extremely friendly. It is seldom that you pass asking for directions and you are not invited over for something to eat or a cup of coffee or tea. This demeanor is deeply rooted in all Arab nationals’ sense of generosity and hospitality to others. Be that as it may, you will also witness that Jordan and Jordanians are more liberal than their Arab counterparts. It is true that Amman might still have areas that enjoy the antiquity of the past, but you will witness that most areas of Amman are very cosmopolitan.
While you might find it foreign to be asked about your personal life, Jordanians do so to show their interest in you on a human level. So do expect to be asked if you were single or not and if you how many kids you have.
Dress modestly, revealing or showing of full legs and stomach is still unacceptable practice in the Jordanian community.
Amman is fairly safe, most have not witnessed any verbal or physical harassment of any sort. We advise that you do not travel alone after 10 PM, it is best if you are with friends or trusted locals as you roam around Amman discovering it.
