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Education System Overview
In the 2019-2020 academic year, 34 U.S. students studied abroad for academic credit in Benin.
Academic year: September/October-June/July
Major school holidays/break:
- Easter Holiday: 2 weeks in April
- End of academic year holiday: July-September
Major exam period:
- May – June
Structure of the University System
Years of study required to earn a bachelor's degree: 3 years (Licence) and 4 years (Maitrise)
The language of instruction in universities: French
Degrees offered: Licence, Maitrise, DEA (Diplome d'Etudes Approfondies), and Doctorate