Why learn Arabic?

• Gain a new perspective and a larger worldview of the Arab World
• Learn the language of the Qur’an
• Learn a language Critical to U.S. National Security
• Prepare for an international career by learning a language of the United Nations
• Conduct business in some of the fastest-developing economies in the world
• Learn about the history of some of the most ancient civilizations in the world
• Take advantage of the many funding opportunities associated with learning Arabic

Learning Arabic at UIUC