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CIEE High School Academy in Shanghai

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Program Overview

Explore life abroad in Shanghai, one of the world's most innovative cities, while continuing high school with a cohort of American students.

Spend a semester abroad following U.S.-aligned high school classes with a cohort of American students. Our hybrid model allows you to customize your schedule with in-person instruction at the Shanghai CIEE Center and online courses through ASU Prep Global. Start your journey at the Global Gateway Academy in London, then transition to Shanghai to live with a welcoming host family, connect with your cohort, and immerse yourself in a new culture while staying on track with your high school’s graduation requirements.

Outside of class, visit famous sites like Yu Garden, the colonial buildings in The Bund, the shopping district of Nanjing Road, and dozens of specialty museums. By the end of the semester, you’ll have new friendships, fresh perspectives, and confidence that helps shape your future.

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Program Highlights

Enjoy breathtaking scenery as you cruise the Huangpu River, with the Yangpu Bridge, the Nanpu Bridge, and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower gracing the skyline.
Taste delicious dumplings, like xiaolongbao and dim sum, dan bing (egg pancakes), and endless kinds of bubble tea.
Spend 30-35 hours per week participating in coursework aligned with your home school's curriculum.
Head to Wuxi and walk through canal streets lined with red lanterns, where stone bridges span narrow waterways, and steam rises from dumpling shops and tea houses.
Join a guided tutorial to learn the ceramic-making process, throwing and shaping clay into whatever form you choose, like a cup, bowl, or vase.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Program Activity Costs
Travel Insurance
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Shanghai, China

Types & Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion
  • Student Exchange

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • High School 5th Year or More

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks

Starts At

  • Contact Provider for Cost Details: $1

Refund Policy

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