Middle Eastern Languages – Carleton College

The Middle Eastern Languages program invites you to explore the languages, culture, and history of this fascinating region. We focus on Arabic, Hebrew, and Judaic Studies, with language courses available for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Tower of David, Jerusalem

A group of students pose with musical instruments in a classroom

Music in the Middle East class, with Prof. Yaron Klein

Zaki Haidar, senior lecturer in Arabic

Seth Harris ’18 and Gray Babbs ’18 in Oman

Hebrew 204 Poster Session

Students in a desert, on an off-campus study program

Rosemary W., Anya G., Gregor D., Margot S. (’21) in Jordan

Beyond the language courses, we examine Middle Eastern literature, music, philosophy, religion, and more.