CIEE Nanjing: Intensive Chinese Language & Culture

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Location:

Nanjing, China (Population: 4.5 million)

Description:

The CIEE Study Center at Nanjing University focuses on developing Mandarin Chinese communication skills and exploring contemporary Chinese society and culture. The program offers an integrated curriculum that links language classes, a Chinese studies course taught in English, and field trips in and around Nanjing.

Terms:

Fall Semester (Fall Quarter), Spring Semester (Winter/Spring Quarters), or Full Year

Sponsor:

Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)

Website:

Nanjing: Intensive Chinese Language & Culture


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Program Requirements

  • Students must have completed 1-3 years of college-level Mandarin or the equivalent.
  • Recommended: one Chinese area studies course.

Academic Specialties

Asian Studies, Chinese Studies, and Mandarin Chinese language.

Course Type

CIEE program courses including language classes and a Contemporary Chinese Studies core course.

Additional Information

  • Advanced language students have the opportunity to enroll directly in select courses at Nanjing University.
  • Students are paired with Nanjing University students for weekly one-on-one Chinese language tutorials.
  • A Cultural Reimbursement Program compensates students for their participation in cultural activities.

Housing

Double room with a Chinese roommate in an international student dormitory or a home stay.

Program Costs

Estimated Costs:  Fall 2011
For the most updated program cost information, please refer to your program provider’s website.

  • Tuition:  $8,970
  • Room & Board:  $3,150
  • SAAF:  $2,355
  • Transportation:  $1,950
  • Books & Supplies:  $50
  • Personal Expenses:  $2,000
  • HTH:  $134
  • Visa & Fees:  $280
  • Total Estimated Costs:  $18,889

Additional Information:

For more information on billing and financial aid, visit the Financial Considerations section of the website.

Approximate Program Size

  • 15-20 students
  • Nanjing University: 20,000 students

Application Requirements

Northwestern students must complete two applications for this program:
  1. CIEE program application, available on the CIEE web site.
  2. The Northwestern University Application for Permission to Study Abroad.

Contact Returnees

Northwestern students may enter this section of the site for a list of students who participated in this program.