This summer, fast-forward your Mandarin language skills in one of the world's most rapidly developing cities: Shanghai! One of China's fastest-growing cities, Shanghai is a vibrant modern metropolis with a rich history that integrates a wide variety of cultures with the traditional elements of old China. As the most developed city in China, students travel worldwide to explore the museums and historic buildings Shanghai offers.
When class is in session, you'll kick learning into high gear with daily coursework and one-on-one lessons that match your language level, whether you're a first- or fifth-year Mandarin student. Outside the classroom, peer tutorials, language clinics, homestays, cultural activities, and volunteering will round out your time abroad, making your summer in Shanghai one to remember!
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I had an incredible experience traveling with CIEE to China. It was incredible to live with a local host family and get to experience the native language in context. It was a life changing experience and I want to return to Nanjing, Shanghai, and Beijing soon!!
I would definitely refer a peer or friend to study abroad in CIEE's Shanghai program. The teachers and staff are so amazing. The class is very challenging, but the memories and the people I meet here make it worth it.
I have loved my experience with CIEE in Shanghai, China. CIEE has gone above and beyond making sure each student is comfortable yet challenged when it comes to experiencing culture, food, and education.
I gained a lot of self-growth from studying abroad. It has taught me to be more independent and to not be afraid to try new things. It was also one of the best summers of my life and I would highly recommend every student to study abroad because it gives you a new kind of freedom, that you can't experience staying in your home country.
It is a great program that is structured very well. I like the classes and the class outings each week, because it gives us more opportunities to practice speaking. I also like the teachers and tutors, because they are very helpful. The only think I would recommend is enforcing the language pledge more.
I would recommend this program because even though I was a beginner with no experience in the language, I felt like my class was so useful and well paced. Having my Chinese roommate was a very great way for me to not feel lonely and my teachers were all so kind, patient, and dedicated.
Its a great program if you have never been outside of the country and need alot of walking through for things like getting visas... But I think that the pricing could be a little cheaper. Well at least for my program.
Competent staff and very friendly environment. I had to get a root canal in a foreign country and the entire staff was more than willing to help me. Any academic questions were quickly and accurately answered.
Competent staff and very friendly environment. I had to get a root canal in a foreign country and the entire staff was more than willing to help me. Any academic questions were quickly and accurately answered.
Its a great program if you have never been outside of the country and need alot of walking through for things like getting visas... But I think that the pricing could be a little cheaper. Well at least for my program....
I gained a lot of self-growth from studying abroad. It has taught me to be more independent and to not be afraid to try new things. It was also one of the best summers of my life and I would highly recommend every student to study abroad because it gives you a new kind of freedom, that you can't experience staying in your home country.
It is a great program that is structured very well. I like the 口语课 classes and the class outings each week, because it gives us more opportunities to practice speaking. I also like the teachers and tutors, because they are very helpful. The only think I would recommend is enforcing the language pledge more.
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