Admissions

NELC is an open major, which means that UW students in good academic standing may declare this major at any time. No prerequisites are required. Before declaring the major, students should meet with the NELC Undergraduate Advisor.

Suggested Introductory Course Work: Students are encouraged to begin Near Eastern language courses as early as possible in order to complete NELC degree requirements in a timely manner. Students can consider taking courses in any discipline that deal with the Near East (e.g., history, political science, economics). Courses in writing, literature, French, German, and Russian are also recommended.