program detail

Home > Study in USA > Santa Barbara City College > Associate of Arts in Middle East Studies

Associate of Arts in Middle East Studies Santa Barbara City College Santa Barbara City College, USA

Application icon

USD 10536

Annual Tuition Fee

!
*Subject to change and other fees
Application icon

USD 75

Application Fee

Duration icon

24 months

Duration

Duration icon

5.5

IELTS

Duration icon

60

TOEFL

Duration icon

60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Middle East Studies Program involves the study of the history, politics, cultures, religions and languages of one of the most complex and critical regions of the world. Some of the questions which students will encounter in courses in this program include: What are the main tenets of the major religions of the area? What is the history of the peoples of this region? What are the political systems of these countries like? Why is the region so critical to world politics? What are the cultural differences in Middle Eastern cultures, within the Middle East and between the Middle East and the West and the East.

The Middle East Studies major also seeks to understand the question of democratization, political violence, the role of religion and ideology, the role of tradition and history in shaping the physical and psychological make-up of the region. The Program will be complemented with a Study Abroad component offering students a hands-on experience of life and culture and tradition and history of the Middle East.

The Associate in Arts in Middle East Studies degree (AA in Middle East Studies) is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with a solid foundation to transition to a Baccalaureate Degree in Middle East Studies at UCSB or at any of the other UC or CSU campuses offering a similar major.

Read more

Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2027

Closed

Jan 2026, Jun 2026, Aug 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    60 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    44 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    90 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

    Similar Programs

    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    10536

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 75

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    11700 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
    (USD)

    info icon

    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    SBCC does not offer scholarships to the new international students, but once the student is enrolled, they can apply once a year in Spring. But the amount is very limited.

    Not sure what you are looking for?

    Don’t worry, we are here to help.

    Let's Talk

    World class education waiting for you.

    Popular university and colleges for Studying abroad.

    Popular English Language Proficiency Exams

    Study in USA Blogs & Articles