CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Honors Language & Culture in Shanghai
Program Overview
Are you up for a unique challenge in Shanghai?
While all our Language & Culture programs offer immersion and college credits, this Honors program is for students with the drive to grow their Mandarin and cross-cultural understanding to the max! As an Honors student, you will:
Take a language proficiency test to ensure you have enough fluency to speak in Chinese at all times. Only intermed...
Are you up for a unique challenge in Shanghai?
While all our Language & Culture programs offer immersion and college credits, this Honors program is for students with the drive to grow their Mandarin and cross-cultural understanding to the max! As an Honors student, you will:
Take a language proficiency test to ensure you have enough fluency to speak in Chinese at all times. Only intermediate and advanced Mandarin Chinese speakers will be accepted.
Honor your Language Pledge to strictly use only Mandarin both in and out of class.
In a weekly survey, reflect on your language learning and set goals to stay challenged.
Live in a homestay and go on cultural activities and excursions.
Your life in Shanghai’s thriving atmosphere will be an experience like no other. Live ful...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- American
Updated Sep 28, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Shanghai, China
Types & Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- American
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- Chinese
- Education
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
14-17
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Starts At
- 4 weeks: $7,325
Refund Policy
Other
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