Chinese Language Studies

Shanghai, China
Chinese Language Studies

About the Program

Immerse into Mandarin language in amazing Shanghai. Designed for all levels of Chinese language learners—from true beginners to advanced speakers—courses at Shanghai Normal University combine cultural activities and contact with native speakers, transforming the city of Shanghai into a living classroom. Courses meet daily and include a focus on listening comprehension, grammar, reading, and writing Chinese characters. Chinese language courses are offered at seven ability levels. Courses for beginning Chinese speakers emphasize basic communication skills, while intermediate and advanced levels integrate authentic materials to improve reading and writing skills.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Shanghai

Dates:

2/28/16 - 6/24/16

Price:

$11,395

Credits:

22

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

12/15/15

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $500 when you apply with code* by March 15, 2025

Where You'll Study

Shanghai Normal University

Founded in 1954 with a focus on teacher training, Shanghai Normal University (SHNU) has since grown into a compr...

Student Offices
Student Offices
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Study Room
Study Room
Student Health Center
Student Health Center

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Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$11,395
$11,395
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$1,000
$1,700
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$275
$275
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$15
$38
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,005
$1,508
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$503
$754
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$169
$281
TOTAL EXPENSES $14,362 $16,426