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"I've really enjoyed my time in an MEI class and I've found the caliber of classes to be much higher than other language classes in D.C."
- Ashley F. (Fall 2020)

At MEI, we believe that learning a language can bridge cultural divides. For more than 60 years, the Middle East Institute has been committed to offering unique, engaging, and affordable language instruction both in-person and online for students and professionals of all proficiency levels.

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The MEI Experience

MEI’s inclusive and supportive atmosphere fosters understanding and learning, open to everyone regardless of background or prior knowledge. In this short video, current and former students explain why MEI's approach to language learning worked for them.

Regional Language Instructors

The Middle East Institute (MEI) is no longer offering language instruction and tutoring, however we are pleased to provide a directory of highly-qualified, native-speaking instructors based in the DC area who are available for hire.

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Find Your Language Proficiency Level

MEI’s language guidelines are in accordance with both ACTFL (American Council on The Teaching of Foreign Languages) and ILR (Interagency Language Roundtable) guidelines for teaching foreign languages.

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Use the Languages Dashboard to set up or log in to student accounts, submit private tutoring requests, and register for group classes.

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Customized Group Classes

MEI’s customized group classes bring specialized language training to your group, company, or organization. Our curriculum will be specifically tailored to meet your goals at a location of your choice.

For more information contact us at languages@mei.edu

Language Course Policies

Here at MEI we are committed to ensuring we provide a top tier learning experience for both students and teachers alike. To ensure this, we've compiled a list of policies and procedures to guide every student that comes through the Center for Education.

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Online and In-person Group Classes

The MEI Experience

Regional Language Instructors

Find Your Language Proficiency Level

Offered Languages

Arabic

Persian

Turkish

Hebrew

Current Students

Customized Group Classes

Language Course Policies

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