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Description

This semester or summer program is designed to provide students a basic foundation in the study of China while also allowing them to pursue a deeper understanding of specific areas of interest.

All students take Chinese language classes and one of two core courses: History of Shanghai in the Modern Era or The Chinese Economy and Asian Economic Integration. Elective courses in the areas of politics and economics round out the course offerings.

Most students select the programs Internship Track and intern at an organization or company that specializes in an area of particular interest to them. Students participate in internships for 8-10 hours/week and attend an internship course, Issues of the Chinese Workplace, which provides them a forum to discuss issues relating to their internships and working in China.

CET's well-known Chinese language classes are taught in Chinese and all other courses are taught in English.

Highlights

* Live with Chinese roommates
* Internship in a field of your personal interest
* Enjoy many fun and enriching activities and excursions arrranged by CET's full time Resident Director
* Visit local sites on faculty-led excursions
* Practice Chinese Language outside of the classroom in the local environment

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Spring or Fall: USD 13,850, Summer: 7,300 (please see CET's website for current pricing)

Cost Include Description:

* Tuition & transcript
* Online pre-departure information
* Pre-departure advising & orientation webinar
* Arrival day meet & greet
* On-site orientation
* Full-time resident staff
* Housing with Chinese roommate in double occupancy dormitory room
* Traveling seminars & excursions
* CET immersion activities
* Overseas university services
* Comprehensive medical insurance
* Visa information packet & fees

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel to China

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

please see our website for details

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

CET Academic Programs's Mission Statement

CET Academic Programs is a private study abroad organization based in Washington, DC that has been designing and administering innovative educational programs abroad since 1982. We offer semester and summer study abroad programs in China, the Czech Republic, Italy, Japan, Spain, Syria and Vietnam, as well as short-term, customized programs worldwide. CET is known for our high academic standards, innovative approaches to teaching and careful student management. Our programs integrate students into their overseas communities and lead them to create lasting relationships with their local hosts. Staffed by over 40 full-time employees in the US and abroad, CET currently sends around 1000 US students abroad annually.

Year Founded

1982