China

BEIJING , Beijing, Xian, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Chengdu, HONG KONG, KUNMING, NANJING, SHANGHAI, Xian,

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BEIJING

Peking University: Advanced Track, Intermediate Track, and Summer Session
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA, two years of college-level Mandarin Chinese, one Chinese area studies course recommended. Summer Session students need one year of college-level Mandarin Chinese.
Subjects: Mandarin Chinese.
Housing: Foreign Student Complex, limited number of semester-long homestays for academic year students.
Deadline: Academic year, Fall semester: April 1; Spring semester: November 1; Summer: April 1

Central University of Nationalities
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA, 0-3 quarters Mandarin Chinese.
Instruction: English, Mandarin Chinese.
Subjects: Anthropology, Asian Studies, Chinese Studies/Chinese Culture, Mandarin Chinese, Religion & Theology, Sociology & Social Work.
Housing: International dormitory.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

Peking University: Advanced Chinese Studies
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Academic year, Spring semester.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA, minimum junior status, Students are encouraged to provide a current HSK (National Chinese Language Proficiency Test) score along with their application to expedite the admissions process.
Instruction: Mandarin Chinese.
Subjects: Business, History, International Relations, Linguistics, Literature, Mandarin Chinese.
Housing: International dormitory with CIEE roommate, Local off-campus facility with university faculty and staff, or Chinese homestay (limited).
Deadline: Academic year: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

Beijing Language and Culture University
Organization: Alliance for Global Education
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA.
Instruction: English, Chinese.
Subjects: Economics, Film Studies, Women’s Studies, and Cultural Studies.
Housing: Double rooms with other Alliance students in a new foreign student residence hall on campus.
Deadline: Academic year, Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

BEIJING, XIAN, NANJING, HANGZHOU, SHANGHAI

Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) & Nanjing University
Organization: American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)
Terms: Summer 4 week program.
Eligibility: No Chinese language study required.
Instruction: English.
Subjects: Culture and Change in Chinese Society and Understanding Economic, Legal and Business Development in Contemporary China.
Housing: Hotels.
Deadline: Summer: April 1
Note: Transcripts issued by Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) for Culture and Change In Chinese Society and by Nanjing University for Economic, Legal and Business Development in Contemporary China.

CHENGDU

Southwest University for Nationalities
Organization: University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)
Terms: Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA.
Instruction: Chinese and English.
Subjects: Beginning to Advanced Chinese Language Instruction and electives in History, Art, Literature, Calligraphy, Tai Chi and Culture. Summer: Chinese and International Relations Studies.
Housing: Homestay, Apartment or International Dorm.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

Sichuan University
Organization: AsiaLearn
Terms: Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: 2.7 GPA.
Instruction: English and Mandarin.
Subjects: Chinese Language and Culture, Humanities, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Arts.
Housing: On-campus dormitory with optional weekend and holiday homestays.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

HONG KONG

Hong Kong Internship
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Summer 8 week session.
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA, previous travel to Asia, competent in an Asian language, background in Asian Studies, Business, Organizational Behavior or Communications.
Instruction: English.
Subjects: Business/Business & Management, Internships, Field or Independent Study, Organizational Behavior.
Housing: University Housing.
Deadline: Summer: April 1

University of Hong Kong
Organization: AsiaLearn
Terms: Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA.
Instruction: All classes are instructed in English. Chinese language instruction is available in both Cantonese and Mandarin.
Subjects: Architecture, Arts, Business and Economics, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine and Dentistry, Science, Social Sciences.
Housing: On-campus dormitory or off-campus apartment.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

KUNMING

Chinese Culture and Ethnic Minorities
Organization: School for International Training (SIT)
Terms: Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA.
Instruction: Mandarin, English.
Subjects: Intensive Mandarin, Language and Cultures Seminar, Independent Study Project.
Housing: Homestay.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

Community Health and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Organization: School for International Training (SIT)
Terms: Summer.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA, Previous college-level coursework or other significant preparation in the health sciences or a related field, as assessed by SIT.
Instruction: Mandarin and English.
Subjects: Community Health and Traditional Chinese Medicine Seminar, Mandarin Language and Chinese Culture.
Housing: Housing is provided close to the TCM hospital and in small hotels and guesthouses. When possible, students live with a doctor’s family for a weekend.
Deadline: Summer: April 1

NANJING

Nanjing University
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA, two years of college-level Mandarin Chinese, one Chinese area studies course recommended.
Instruction: Chinese and English.
Subjects: Asian Studies, Chinese Studies/Chinese Culture, Language, Literature, Mandarin Chinese. Academic year students can chose to do Directed Independent Study and Organizational Internship.
Housing: International student dormitory.
Deadline: Academic year, Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

Nanjing University
Organization: American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)
Terms: Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA.
Instruction: English and Chinese.
Subjects: Mandarin language, Chinese Cultural History, Economic and Business Development in China, Chinese Philosophy and Religion, and International Relations and Chinese Foreign Policy.
Housing: On-campus student housing.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

SHANGHAI

East China Normal University: Business, Language and Culture
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Fall and Spring Semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA, 1 semester of college-level coursework in Chinese studies recommended.
Instruction: Mandarin Chinese and English.
Subjects: Mandarin Chinese, history & culture, politics & economic development, international relations.
Housing: Homestay, Summer students also have the options of a residence hall with Chinese roommate or CIEE roommate.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

Fudan University
Organization: LEXIA International
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA, min. sophomore standing.
Instruction: English.
Subjects: Civilization seminar, Research seminar, Field Research project, and Chinese lessons for all levels.
Housing: Student residence on campus.
Deadline: Academic year and Fall semester: May 1; Spring semester: November 1; Summer: April 1

Shanghai International Studies University & Shanghai University of Finance and Economics
Organization: American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)
Terms: Fall or Spring semester.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA, no Chinese language required.
Instruction: English.
Subjects: International Business and in Economics taught by the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE); 15-week internship program in business or urban planning overseen and transcripted by Shanghai International Studies University (SISU).
Housing: Double rooms in University residences.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

Fudan University: Contemporary Chinese Society and Language Program
Organization: Alliance for Global Education
Terms: Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA.
Instruction: English, Chinese.
Subjects: Chinese Language, Society and Culture, Political Science, Economics, and International Relations.
Housing: Apartment.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

Fudan University: Intensive Chinese Language
Organization: Alliance for Global Education
Terms: Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA, Two semesters of college-level Chinese is required.
Instruction: Chinese, English.
Subjects: Chinese language, Issues in Contemporary Society and Culture.
Housing: Apartment.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

Shanghai University of Finance and Economics: International Business in China
Organization: Alliance for Global Education
Terms: Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA, One completed Business course and one Economics course prior to arrival in China.
Instruction: English, Chinese.
Subjects: Chinese language, Business, Economics, Internship (Internship course requires at least 3 semesters of college-level Chinese).
Housing: International Student Dorm.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

East China Normal University: Advanced Chinese Studies
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA, 4-7 semesters of Mandarin Chinese, One Chinese area studies course on transcript.
Instruction: English, Mandarin Chinese.
Subjects: Asian Studies, Business, Chinese Studies, Chinese Culture, Economics, Film Studies, History, International Relations, Internship, Law and Legal Studies, Literature, Management, Mandarin Chinese, Religious Studies, Sociology, Womens Studies.
Housing: On-campus residence hall with CIEE or international student roommate, On-campus residence halls with Chinese roommate, or Chinese homestays.
Deadline: Academic year, Fall semester: April 1; Spring semester: November 1

East China Normal University: China in a Global Context
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: 2.75 GPA, One college-level Chinese area studies course recommended.
Instruction: English, Mandarin Chinese.
Subjects: Asian Studies, Chinese Studies, Chinese Culture, Economics, History, International Relations, Literature, Mandarin Chinese, Politics, Religious Studies, Sociology, Womens Studies.
Housing: On-campus residence hall with CIEE or international student roommate, On-campus residence halls with Chinese roommate, or Chinese homestays.
Deadline: Academic year, Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15

Shanghai University: Chinese and International Business Studies
Organization: University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)
Terms: Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA.
Instruction: English, Chinese.
Subjects: Intensive Language Studies, Chinese Studies, International Business and Electives.
Housing: Residence halls.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15. Summer: April 1

CIEE Study Center at East China Normal University
Organization: CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
Terms: Summer.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA, 2–4 semesters of college-level Mandarin Chinese or equivalent.
Instruction: Chinese.
Subjects: Accelerated Mandarin language program for intermediate and advanced students.
Housing: Chinese homestay or on-campus dormitory with Chinese roommates.
Deadline: Summer: April 1
Note: Program starts in summer 2010.

Shanghai Normal University (SHNU)
Organization: Cultural Experiences Abroad (CEA)
Terms: Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 2.5 GPA.
Instruction: English and Chinese.
Subjects: Chinese Language Studies; Chinese Language & Business Studies.
Housing: Campus Residence Hall or Independent Living.
Deadline: Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

XIAN

Xian International Studies University
Organization: Alliance for Global Education
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester, Summer.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA.
Instruction: Chinese, English.
Subjects: Chinese language, Ancient Chinese History, Contemporary Issues, Art and Anthropology.
Housing: International Student Dorm.
Deadline: Academic year, Fall semester: May 10; Spring semester: October 15; Summer: April 1

BEIJING

Tsinghua University - China Summer Service Learning Program (SSLP)
Organization: ISEP International Student Exchange Program
Terms: Summer.
Eligibility: Previous study of Chinese language is not required.
Instruction: English, Chinese.
Subjects: Mandarin Speaking & Listening and Service Learning.
Housing: Double occupancy dorm rooms.
Deadline: Summer: January 15

CHENGDU

Sichuan University - Pacific Lutheran University
Organization: ISEP International Student Exchange Program
Terms: Academic year, Fall and Spring semester.
Eligibility: Previous study of Chinese language is not required. Placement testing for the Chinese language courses is given at the beginning of the program. All Chinese levels welcome to apply.
Instruction: English.
Subjects: Chinese language, Contemporary Chinese Culture and Society, other electives in Chinese culture.
Housing: Double-occupancy rooms at the international residence hall.
Deadline: Semester 1 or Academic year (programs beginning in July, August or September): January 15; Semester 2 (programs beginning in January, February or March): August 15

HONG KONG

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Organization: ISEP International Student Exchange Program
Terms: Academic year exchange only.
Eligibility: Min one academic year of study, 2.75 GPA, Knowledge of Cantonese recommended.
Instruction: Cantonese, Putonghua, and some English.
Subjects: Arts, Business Administration, Engineering, Science, Social Science, International Asia Studies program.
Housing: College Residence Halls.
Deadline: Semester 1 or Academic year (programs beginning in July, August or September): January 15; Semester 2 (programs beginning in January, February or March): August 15