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CIEE Gap Year in Shanghai, China: Chinese Language & Culture
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture, learning Mandarin in China’s most Westernized city. Spend a semester abroad honing your Mandarin fluency. Study with native-speaking instructors, taking 20 hours of classes per week to improve your language skills. Put your knowledge into practice in your dorm, while shopping, relaxing, and learning local customs. Outside the classroom, you’ll get to know you...
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture, learning Mandarin in China’s most Westernized city. Spend a semester abroad honing your Mandarin fluency. Study with native-speaking instructors, taking 20 hours of classes per week to improve your language skills. Put your knowledge into practice in your dorm, while shopping, relaxing, and learning local customs. Outside the classroom, you’ll get to know your new city and classmates, visiting historic sites like Zhujiajiao, a preserved water town, and the peaceful Chongming Island. Foster new friendships and improve your Mandarin in an authentic setting, creating a life-changing experience you’ll remember forever! All CIEE Gap Year Abroad programs offer the option to take college-level coursework online at a discounted rate through Arizona State Uni...
Program Highlights
Benefit from CIEE's global support and cultural expertise, while exploring the world at your own pace.
Develop foundational skills in intercultural learning for a better understanding of the world and skills for the global workforce.
Take 15-20 hours per week of Mandarin language classes designed to improve real-world skills.
Enjoy the perfect balance of structure and independence with your gap year in Shanghai, giving you the freedom to explore China and yourself before college.
Participate in workshops to learn more about how community and creativity influence Chinese culture.
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Quick Details
- Shanghai, China
- Post High School
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- American
Program Details
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Locations
- Shanghai, China
Types and Subjects
- Types
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Post High School
Age Requirement
18-25
Guidelines
- American
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Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Refund Policy
Other
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Immerse yourself in Chinese culture, learning Mandarin in China’s most Westernized city. Spend a semester abroad honing your Mandarin fluency. Study with native-speaking instructors, taking 20 hours of classes per week to improve your language skills. Put your knowledge into practice in your dorm, while shopping, relaxing, and learning local customs. Outside the classroom, you’ll get to know your new city and classmates, visiting historic sites like Zhujiajiao, a preserved water town, and the peaceful Chongming Island. Foster new friendships and improve your Mandarin in an authentic setting, creating a life-changing experience you’ll remember forever! All CIEE Gap Year Abroad programs offer the option to take college-level coursework online at a discounted rate through Arizona State Uni...
CIEE High School Grads Abroad
CIEE High School Grads Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture, learning Mandarin in China’s most Westernized city. Spend a semester abroad honing your Mandarin fluency. Study with native-speaking instructors, taking 20 hours of classes per week to improve your language skills. Put your knowledge into practice in your dorm, while shopping, relaxing, and learning local customs. Outside the classroom, you’ll get to know your new city and classmates, visiting historic sites like Zhujiajiao, a preserved water town, and the peaceful Chongming Island. Foster new friendships and improve your Mandarin in an authentic setting, creating a life-changing experience you’ll remember forever! All CIEE Gap Year Abroad programs offer the option to take college-level coursework online at a discounted rate through Arizona State Uni...
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