Ethnic Studies Study Abroad in Beijing, China

China is a remarkable country to study abroad in, with a long history, an exciting culture and spectacular old and modern architecture. Studying Chinese language and culture in China you will be taking a step forward in understanding the forces that will be shaping one of the most important countries of the 21st century.

China is a country with an ancient history, a brilliant civilization, and beautiful landscapes. China is often touted as having one of the world’s oldest surviving civilizations whose people have shared a common culture for more than 5,000 years. Philosophers, emperors, foreign conquerors, political leaders, and civil war have all left their marks on China’s colorful history, but the people’s c...

The Institute for Global Education offers American students a study abroad program in the People's Republic of China. As one of the oldest civilizations in the world with undying traditions, students can gain a greater understanding of Eastern culture from living and learning in China. Programs are offered in Beijing and Kunming, and courses include subjects like Asian Studies, Business, and So...

Spend a semester in majestic and mystical China and develop a better understanding of the country's history and culture with Where There Be Dragons study programs. Participants spend the first half of the program in Kunming, where they stay with a host family, study basic Mandarin Chinese, and take an inter-disciplinary course on Modern China. The rest of the time is spent on weekend trips to t...

Financial assistance programs for study abroad programs provide some of the most meaningful travel experiences for students who would otherwise be unable to financially afford travel abroad. Gilman International Scholarships and Boren Awards are two very important forms of financial assistance available to American citizens who are seeking funding help for study overseas. Students who plan to s...

We invite you to discover China through our innovative credit-bearing program, which seeks not only to improve students’ speaking and listening skills through Chinese language courses and a short-term home-stay with a Chinese family.

The Center for World Music is a nonprofit organization whose primary purpose is to foster awareness and understanding of the world's performing arts and cultural traditions through programs of performance and teaching, including study abroad workshops. The organization sponsors cultural tours and study abroad workshops in several areas of the world. In 2012, travel and learning opportunities wi...