Fully funded University Language Semester with Homestay
Program Overview
Nǐ hǎo from Hangzhou, China! Step into the heart of China with this scholarship like program, a journey designed to bring Chinese culture, language and daily life vividly to life.
We'll provide you with a 3-12 month placement in a major Chinese city living in a homestay with a lovely Chinese family. Your adventure starts with arriving in Beijing, Shanghai, or Hangzhou! You'll get Mandarin classes...
Nǐ hǎo from Hangzhou, China! Step into the heart of China with this scholarship like program, a journey designed to bring Chinese culture, language and daily life vividly to life.
We'll provide you with a 3-12 month placement in a major Chinese city living in a homestay with a lovely Chinese family. Your adventure starts with arriving in Beijing, Shanghai, or Hangzhou! You'll get Mandarin classes on a local university campus per week during the semester, fascinating cultural event and hang-outs etc. You will assist host family with live-in educational childcare and some light household chores up to 30 hours a week. This program may be extended upon successful completion of the first semester at no cost.
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- Academic Year
- Spring
- Fall
- Chinese Language
- Culture
Updated Oct 2, 2026
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Locations
- Beijing, China
- Hangzhou, China
- Shanghai, China
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Chinese Language
- Culture
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2027
- Terms Available
- Academic Year
- Spring
- Fall
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- Chinese
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
Starts At
No Upfront Fees
Payment Terms
- Upfront Deposit
Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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The Live-Learn China program is a cultural exchange and educational program. Participants join a Chinese host family as a family member ("big brother" or "big sister") while enrolled as international students at a partner university in China, studying Mandarin during the academic semester.
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