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Description

Founded in 1926, China Institute advances a deeper understanding of China through programs in education, culture, business and art in the belief that cross-cultural understanding strengthens our global community. China Institute's Summer Study in China program provides a select group of high school students a unique opportunity to receive intensive Chinese language training while immersing themselves in Chinese language, culture and society. The program has been running for six years. The length of the program is six weeks.

The students live at home with their Chinese host families, go to school for their daily Chinese language classes, go out on excursions with their fellow American students and their Chinese host siblings, and interact with leaders and members of local as well as international communities. Upon completion of the program, it is expected that students acquire an equivalent of at least one academic year of high school Chinese or one semester of college Chinese.

Highlights

* Living with a Chinese host family with a teenager of similar age and the same gender
* A rigorous curriculum equivalent to at least one academic year of high school Chinese
* A select group of up to 20 students with a student-teacher ratio of approximately 3:1
* Dedicated teachers who were educated at premier Chinese universities and received top-flight training in the pedagogy of teaching Chinese to non-native speakers
* An average of four hours of language classes per day and one culture workshop per week
* An average of three opportunities per week to visit historic and cultural landmarks and to interact with members and leaders in Chinese corporate, non-profit and policy sectors
* Community service activities, including a focus on the environment, energy and sustainability in China
* Pre-trip preparation for studying and living in China and post-trip guidance for learning and internship opportunities relating to China.

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism
• Cultural Exploration
• High School Study Abroad
• Language Immersion
• Student Tours

Languages

• Chinese
• English

Cost in US$:

Please contact us for more information.

Cost Include Description:

* Round-trip airfare from New York to Beijing
* Medical and evacuation insurance
* Visa application and processing
* Lodging and meals
* Language classes
* Culture workshops
* Lectures by special speakers
* Educational materials
* Community service activities
* Excursions/Admission tickets
* Ground transportation with the group
* A China-based cell phone
* A Beijing subway/bus pass
* Local maps

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to China

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 3-20

Application Process Involves

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Essay
• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

Within one month

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

China Institute in America's Mission Statement

China Institute advances a deeper understanding of China through programs in education, culture, business and art in the belief that cross-cultural understanding strengthens our global community. The Institute offers innovative, high quality programs, activities, courses and seminars that are open to - and designed for - people of all ages and backgrounds. Programming encompasses the visual and performing arts, culture, history, music, philosophy, language and literature, business and current affairs, and professional development programs for K-12 teachers.

Year Founded

1926