Study Chinese Abroad Csa 2009

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CSA Overview Programs, CON’T. Fees and Dates

3 Why CSA? 26 Volunteer Programs 60 Fees
4 About CSA 27 Internships 62 Dates
5 All-Inclusive Programs 28 What Students are Saying 63 Explanation of Fees
6 China Basics 30 Tailor Made & Group Tours 64 Scholarship Information
8 Living & Studying: China Stats 31 Additional Travel 65 Scholarship Application
10 Living & Studying: Profiles 66 Giving Back
12 Activities 68 Student Feedback
14 Accommodations Cities
34 Beijing
36 Shanghai Applying
Programs 38 Xi’an 70 Application Procedure
16 Programs 40 Kunming 71 Application Form
18 3 Cities 42 Qingdao
19 Teaching 44 Tianjin
20 Martial Arts 46 Hangzhou Wrap Up
21 High School 48 Dalian 74 www.chinastudyabroad.org
22 Youth Adventure Camp 50 Nanjing 75 FAQs
23 Business Programs 52 Guilin 76 Asia Study Abroad
24 Corporate Programs 54 Guangzhou 78 Map of China
25 Hong Kong/Macau & 56 Chengdu
Foreign Born Chinese 58 Lhasa
Why Choose China Study Abroad?
STUDENT SATISFACTION LEGITIMACY
At China Study Abroad we take great pride Students should be wary when select-
in the satisfaction of our students. Day or ing a study abroad company. They are
night, we guarantee that our employees will not all the same. China Study Abroad
do everything in their power to make your is registered in both China and Hong
studying abroad experience a good one. That means that you Kong. We are also members of NAFSA (Association of
will always have someone to help you in any given situation. International Educators) and ACTFL (American Council
No lip service. All of our staff are well-trained, fluent in English, of Teaching Foreign Languages). Our programs have been
and have years of experience working with foreigners. featured in several trusted publications, and for good
reason. You can rest assured that by choosing China Study
PRICE Abroad, you are traveling to China with an internationally
Our program fees are a small price to pay recognized company that has been commended for its
for peace of mind, not to mention our professionalism time and time again.
many services and activities. China Study
Abroad takes a smaller fee than any other EXPERIENCE
study abroad agency while exceeding the competition in China Study Abroad has hosted hundreds
factors like apartment quality, course flexibility and number of students from over 36 countries,
of group activities/excursions. At China Study Abroad we ranging in age from 17 to 77, in 13 cities
continually check our prices against our competitors to throughout China. We know China
ensure that we provide our program participants with the through and through, and you will benefit from our vast
lowest prices available. In fact, we’re so confident that you experience. With China Study Abroad, you can be confident
won’t find a better deal anywhere else that we promise to that you have a company and a staff with years of experience
refund you 100% of the difference if you find an identical in the service and education industry, fully prepared to deal
study abroad package offering equivalent housing and with any problems you might have. In all likelihood, we’ve
program services. overcome a similar obstacle dozens of times before.
TRANSPARENCY LOCAL KNOWLEDGE,

Through our forum, blogs, photos, WESTERN SERVICE
and video you can learn about past We combine the best of the East and
students’ experiences directly from the West when assisting our students.
students themselves. Want to know Our staff members have an intimate
what the accommodations are like in Kunming? Check knowledge of the surrounding area, the education system,
out the photographs of the actual housing that you will be and the housing market, but they have also been trained
staying in! Want to see what our activities are like? Watch to meet the world’s highest standards of customer
the videos of our various excursions and activities! Want service. Several of our staff members have spent years
to know how it feels to be a participant in the China Study working in the service sector for western corporations,
Abroad programs? Read through our student, teacher and even living abroad in western nations before returning
volunteer blogs! Have questions about the program? Post home to China. With each of their feet firmly planted in
your queries in the forum and find your answers! We’re both of these different worlds, our employees are your
confident that those who join China Study Abroad have very ideal guides in China.
fun and fulfilling experiences, and we’re not afraid to prove
it. Check us out at www.chinastudyabroad.org. COMMUNITY AWARENESS
Every year China Study Abroad
FLEXIBILITY contributes to rural schools throughout
China Study Abroad offers 8 programs to China. Most recently, our efforts have
choose from, in over 10 difference cities, been concentrated in the impoverished
6 different types of housing, classes at 20 Tibetan region of Qinghai province. As an education
different schools, and 4 ways to pay. With company, China Study Abroad recognizes the importance
starting dates year-round and customizable programs, if YOU of providing an education to those in need. Education is
can dream it, WE can plan it. China Study Abroad offers more the key to upwards mobility, everywhere in the world. With
choices so that you can experience China the way that you want. this in mind, we’ve developed community schools that
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provide free basic education to those in need, regardless

Safety of age, ethnicity, and gender. Moreover, we encourage our
On any CSA program safety is a top program participants to become involved in our charitable
priority. Every student is covered with projects by taking them on tours of our community schools,
comprehensive medical and emergency recruiting volunteers, and organizing various fundraising
insurance through our partner InterGlobal projects such as our charity poker tournament. At China
Insurance. Day or night, CSA staff are only a phone call away Study Abroad, our ultimate aim is bettering the educational
and all youth programs receive 24 hour supervision with a experience for people everywhere. We hope you join us in
teacher to student ratio no larger than 1:10. furthering that goal.
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ABOUT CSA
CHINA STUDY ABROAD is a comprehensive, affordable,
service-oriented study abroad company founded upon two precepts:
1. The best way to learn Chinese is through immersion in a Chinese environment, and
2. Coming to China should be fun and exciting, not difficult.
The mission of China Study Abroad (CSA) is to take the uncertainty and frustration out of studying in China so that our
students can spend their time actually learning the language! We take care of all the necessities before arrival and continue
to provide wide-ranging services in China. From the moment we pick you up at the airport to the moment we drop you off
for your flight home, you will be our responsibility. Our students are left to learn the language, explore the culture and its
people, and enjoy our numerous excursions and activities.
China Study Abroad Provides Four Essential Services
1. Accommodations sights around your city, providing an English-speaking guide

Be it a luxury apartment, dormitories on campus, or a and a driver. Our excursions go beyond merely sight-seeing:
homestay with a Chinese speaking family, we find it for you ever wanted to go camping on the Great Wall of China or try
and have it prepared before your arrival in China. You will eating Scorpion for dinner? Moreover, there’s always the
arrive in China to a furnished living arrangement so that you popular CSA social nights such as our Iron Chef competitions,
can start experiencing China immediately, instead of charity poker tournaments, and karaoke nights! Lastly, we
desperately searching for a place to live. also have various cultural events such as lectures from
scholars on Chinese culture or lessons in making dumplings!
2. School We guarantee that there will always be fun and edifying
After you have carefully chosen your particular school and activities for you to attend if you come to China with CSA.
program from our array of learning options, we will take care
of all of your school registration. You only have to show up to 4. Service
class and learn; everything else is our responsibility. We Lastly, and most importantly, we offer our students 24-hour
even purchase your textbooks! And if you are seeking customer service. Whether you are lost at 3 in the morning,
intensive one-on-one instruction after class, we will find you need help buying a bicycle, need to go to the hospital, or
the perfect tutor to accelerate your language learning. simply want to know the best place to get noodles, we are
Anyone that has attended a university knows that it can be there for you! We are also your personal travel agency and
a bureaucratic nightmare. Let us do the work so that you can will gladly arrange any travel plans you may have, from
be a full time student. buying tickets to a local football match, to booking a trip to
Inner Mongolia. We do it all. You can rest assured that there
3. Excursions and Activities will always be someone looking out for you and your best
Study hard on the weekdays, and have fun on the weekends! interests when you are studying in China. You’ll be spending
CSA offers various activities throughout the studying term. less time getting acclimated to a foreign country and using
Our staff will take you on all-inclusive tours of all the exciting your time to actually learn the culture and its language!
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All Inclusive Programs
Included in all China Study Abroad Programs: ✓ Welcome dinner
✓ Student orientation and reception
The Basics
✓ Tuition and registration fees While in China
✓ Pre-arranged, fully-furnished accommodation for ✓ 24-hour customer service
the duration of your program (except for Teaching and ✓ CSA networking resources
Volunteer Placement Programs) ✓ Accommodation management including itemized utilities
✓ InterGlobal “Student Care” Health and Travel Insurance ✓ Continued service and correspondence with the US office
✓ All university student fees ✓ Personalized mail and package delivery
✓ Textbooks ✓ Travel arrangements – CSA is your personal travel
✓ Airport pick up and drop off agency while in China, without the service fees!
✓ Personalized and knowledgeable 24-hour customer ✓ Optional student travel tours arranged by CSA staff
service from beginning to end without service or guide fees
Academic Support Activities

✓ Placement tests upon arrival to find the exact ✓ CSA Social Events such as Karaoke Night,
Mandarin language befitting your level of study Poker Tournaments, Bowling, Bar-hopping nights,
✓ Personal advising for selecting the city, university, Thanksgiving Dinner, Christmas Party, Iron-Chef
housing and program that best suits your needs Competitions and much more!
✓ Academic advising ✓ CSA Excursions including guided tours to nearby
✓ Credit transfer and course approval assistance with cultural, historical, and natural sites including, but
your home university not limited to, camping trip at the Great Wall, skiing
✓ Language Partner referral and placement to augment and snowboarding weekend, trips to sporting and
Mandarin learning music events, museums, temples, Chinese Opera night
✓ Experienced Mandarin tutors (for Intensive Program) and banquets introducing Chinese cuisine (Excursions
✓ Access to the China Study Abroad language vary based upon student's city of study)
learning website ✓ Workshops, lectures and seminars concerning Chinese
Business, Society and Culture
Predeparture ✓ Student Lounge with widescreen high-def television,
✓ Acceptance materials internet access and study area (only available for
✓ Student visa advising Beijing program participants)
✓ Health exam and vaccinations information
✓ Informational CD-ROM with “Living in China” package, Additional Opportunities
Chinese dictionary program, Chinese fonts, Chinese ✓ Free internship and teaching placement for language
homework trainer, Chinese character-input programs, study participants
Chinese character recognition tests, and links to online ✓ Volunteering options and placement
Chinese language and travel resources ✓ Job referral and recommendations
✓ Travel advising, ticket buying tips, packing list, and ✓ Featured placement for blogs, video and photography
travel agency and website referrals at www.chinastudyabroad.org
Parent / Family Support Returning Home

✓ Parental Information Packet ✓ Official transcripts and reorder assistance
✓ Student activity updates, videos, photos and blogs ✓ Airport drop-off
accessible at www.chinastudyabroad.org ✓ Continued academic advising & credit transfer assistance
✓ Access to CSA alumni database, forums, and blogs
Financial Assistance ✓ Membership in the CSA business and alumni network
✓ Exclusive China Study Abroad scholarship
opportunities
✓ Financial Aid transfer assistance
✓ Customizable billing and payment options
✓ Financial guide with advice & sample student budgets
On-arrival
✓ Airport pick up
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✓ Welcome Pack including: Mobile Phone with local

SIM card, CSA cloth bag, Chinese-English dictionary,
Student Orientation Booklet, Taxi Guide Card, Insider's
Guidebook, Local Map, CSA Polo, and Classic Chinese
DVDs (Welcome Pack contents dependent upon city
of study)
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CHINA BASICS
China is a land of hyperbole: the oldest continuous civilization in human history, the world’s largest population, the
fastest economic growth rate ever seen, and the third largest country on the planet. Throughout the millennia, describing
China has been an effort left to propagandists and poets. Surely, the truth about China remains somewhere in between
tales of mass starvation told to fussy eaters and an economic and political behemoth capable of sending trains over the
world’s highest mountains, damming raging rivers, controlling the world wide web, and delivering 1.3 billion people into
prosperity. It seems almost contradictory that we can really know so little about a country that is so widely covered in the
news, oft-mentioned by politicians, and thoroughly dissected in economic and political reports. It becomes increasingly
apparent that fully comprehending China necessitates a lengthy stay in this land, if not a lifetime.
HISTORY
China traces its roots back over 5,000 years. Archaeological The imperial era lasted until 1911. During this 2000 year
artifacts with writings similar to Chinese script have been period, the geographic borders of China dynamically ebbed
carbon dated back to 1500 BC. It is generally accepted, and flowed, while the Imperial mandate of heaven to rule
that China was first unified in 221 BC, under Emperor Qin China was held by over 13 dynasties. Some lasted as long as
Shi Huang. Much has been said about the first emperor of 300 years, while others only 12. Nonetheless, the Confucian
China. Legends of his atrocities are always counterpointed system which posited that the mandate of heaven resided
by his contributions to China including standardization solely with the Emperor went unquestioned until the late
of the Chinese written language, introducing centralized 19th century, when a revolutionary thinker by the name of
government, implementing legal code, beginning the Great Dr. Sun Yat-Sen proposed to overturn millennia-worth of
Wall of China, standardizing currency and measures, and tradition by creating a Chinese republic. Severely weakened
of course unifying China under one government. Today, he by revolutions at home and foreign encroachment on the
is still an iconic figure that is regularly represented in film, coast, the Qing Dynasty crumbled.
television and literature.
The transition to popular rule was not easy. China underwent
Many consider the imperial era of China to be the apex of a lasting warlord era as competing interests fought for
Chinese civilization, with a sphere of cultural, economic control. Eventually Sen’s republic rose to power, but peace
and political influence that reached around the globe. At was not to last, as China was then invaded by Japan at the
this time, it was the great land of Cathay, written by about onset of WWII. This was then followed by brutal civil war
Marco Polo, the end point of the Silk Road, the origin of the between the Kuomingtang (KMT) and the Communist
Confucian system, Daoism, and a written language still used Party of China (CPC). When the smoke cleared in 1949, the
today all around Asia. Chinese culture was so ubiquitous CPC retained control over the mainland and the KMT had
and encompassing that when neighboring invaders such as been relegated to the island of Taiwan off the coast of Fujian
the Manchurians and Mongolians conquered China, instead Province.
of colonizing the Chinese, both successfully assimilated
themselves into Chinese culture, becoming the Yuan and On October 1, 1949, the People’s Republic of China was
Qing Dynasties respectively. Kublai Khan, the founder of proclaimed under its charismatic leader Mao Zedong. From
the Yuan Dynasty did not vie for control in his ancestral 1949-1976, mainland China underwent a socialist overhaul.
home of Mongolia, more than happy to be the Emperor of Land, industry, and many forms of private property were
China instead. The Machurians, who named their dynasty collectivized. Confucianism and Feudalism were
Qing after the Chinese word for “purity“, strictly enforced abolished, while much of the population
all codes of Confucian bureaucracy, making it their mission was moved on to collectives.
to “out-Chinese the Chinese.”

These series of reforms were called the Great Leap Forward, effort throughout Chinese history. Today, the two remnants
which largely devastated the economy and the Chinese are simplified Chinese (used in the People’s Republic of
population because of famine, natural disasters, and gross China) and traditional Chinese (used in the rest of the
mismanagement. Chinese-speaking world). Written Chinese script has had its
changes, but has remained relatively consistent compared
With the failure of these campaigns and Mao’s death, to its spoken counterpart. Thus, Chinese people from
Deng Xiaoping took control over the CPC after a lengthy different time periods and geographic areas would still be
power struggle. Deng’s ascendancy ushered in a period able to write each other letters, although the grammar and
of financial reform in 1976 that de-collectivized the form has gradually changed with time. An educated literacy
countryside and aimed for decentralizing government level is commonly thought to be around 4000 characters,
control over major industries. Deng proclaimed that the all of which must be memorized. Because of its pictographic
People’s Republic of China would utilize a “socialism with and tonal qualities, Chinese is one of world’s most difficult
Chinese characteristics” and that “to be rich is glorious.” languages. However, the effort is well-worth it as Chinese is
spoken by over 1.5 billion people, and with China’s economic
Slowly but surely over the past 3 decades, China has lived ascendancy, Mandarin may soon supplant English as the
by these mottoes. Today, the story of China is not one new lingua franca.
of starving children but monumental economic growth
and a burgeoning super power fighting for its right to be Economy
a global player. Recently accepted into the World Trade Over the past 25 years, China has boasted the world’s
Organization, hosting the 2008 Summer Olympics, leading fastest growth rate at over 10% a year. With a gross
the world in exports, and home of the world’s largest domestic product (GDP) of over $3.25 trillion, China powers
corporation (SinoPec), China is making its presence heard. the world’s 3rd largest economy behind only the USA and
After a hundred years of relative obscurity, 1.3 billion people Japan. The per-capita income rises by 8% annually, and
are ready to take center stage in the 21st century. its annual exports are at $963 billion. This economic rise
has corresponded with a slow loosening of governmental
Geography control over free enterprise, as only a third of the economy
The word for China, ZhongGuo, means “middle kingdom,” is now controlled directly by the state. Economic reform and
reflecting the long-held belief that China was the center of encouragement of private income has also brought about
the world. Nationalistic pride aside, one can’t really blame increased foreign investment, which stood at $700 billion in
the Chinese for thinking so—China is huge. Encompassing, 2006. Everybody wants to break into the Chinese market.
the Tibetan plateau in the southwest, the Siberian Tundra to
the northeast, the Gobi Desert in the northwest, the tropics With such unrelenting growth, several issues have arisen in-
of southeast Asia due south and the vast Pacific coastline cluding environmental problems, natural disasters such as
to the east, China is estimated to be 9,640,821 km. The flooding and sandstorms caused by erosion and desertifica-
country borders 14 other nations and includes 14,500 km of tion, as well as an ever-widening gap between rich and poor.
coastline. China boasts mountain ranges, deserts, alluvial And while the GDP is among the highest in the world, the
plains, deltas, rain forests, frozen tundras, grassland steppes, average yearly income of a Chinese citizen is only $2000
and countless rivers. With over 35 UNESCO World Heritage USD, 86th in the world. Moreover, several things constrain
Sites (and counting), the scenery in China is unbeatable. Chinese growth including poor transportation infrastruc-
ture, insufficient energy resources, and mismanaged com-
Language munications networks. Nonetheless, the state continues to
The official language of China is Mandarin, or “Putonghua.” address these key issues by constructing massive projects
The word Chinese is a bit of misnomer, as there are over including hydro-technology, mass highway and rail systems,
158 different dialects of Chinese; Chinese is more aptly replanting of forests, as well as efforts to environmentally
described as a language family. Over the centuries, efforts regulate industry and improve income disparity through ed-
have been made to standardize the language, with Mandarin ucation. What remains irrefutable is that economic growth
being the modern incarnation. Nonetheless, throughout has drastically improved poverty levels and living standards
China many children grow up speaking a variant dialect throughout most of China.
only to learn Mandarin when starting school. Although they
are often called “dialects,” these variant forms of Chinese China’s past remains an ever present reminder of its vast
are more aptly described as different languages. In fact, potential, and though the future of China is bright the path is
English and French are more closely related than Mandarin also fraught with potential pitfalls. The present is a time for
and Cantonese. Commonalities between dialects include both celebration and caution, as everyone is watching with
tonality, which is largely absent in European languages. eyes peeled, desperate to understand China and its effect
on our globalized world. Don’t just sit and watch. Come
What does unify these variegated dialects is the written experience this epic moment in world history firsthand with
language. Because the writing is non-phonetic, characters China Study Abroad!
can represent the same object or idea in multiple languages.
Standardization of this writing has also been a centralized
governmental
basic china facts

Title: People’s Republic of China | Capital: Beijing | Largest City: Shanghai | Government: Socialist Republic
Official Language: Mandarin | Population: 1,321,851,888 | Gross Domestic Product (GDP): $3.25 trillion
Demographics: 56 native Ethnic Groups | Currency: Yuan (CNY)
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Living & Studying in China Statistics
China Study Abroad will make your transition in China as easy as possible, allowing you to immediately dive into your
studies. That being said, there is still much to learn and explore throughout China. Of course, your student experience
will vary greatly depending upon your choice of program and city of study (for more information see the program and
city pages included in this catalog). To provide a glimpse of CSA student life we have compiled some basic program
statistics below. For more detailed information, please inquire at info@chinastudyabroad.org.
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Student Spotlights
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Student Spotlights
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ACTIVITIES
Not only does China Study Abroad’s all-inclusive programs include your housing and schooling, but it also helps you fill
in your spare time when you aren’t busy studying. Nearly every weekend, program participants have a new and fun CSA
activity to occupy their time. Moreover, what really sets CSA apart from other education companies is the quality and
breadth of its wide-ranging activities. In continuing the company’s mission statement of improving global education,
CSA offers activities that are both enriching and fun, while also being once-in-a-lifetime and totally unique. CSA staff
members take an immense amount of pride in how much fun students have on CSA-run activities, while also having a
great time themselves! One might say that activities really are the best perks of the job, (other than getting to work with
students from around the world of course!). These all-inclusive activities are always free of charge to program partici-
pants, including any transportation, entrance fees, equipment rentals, possible accommodations and guide fees unless
otherwise stated. If requesting feedback from a CSA program participant, don’t forget to ask about the fun excursions
and events. Activities vary depending upon program of study, but we guarantee that no matter your city of choice, stu-
dents will be taken to see all of the major cultural sites and tourist attractions in the surrounding area.
Cultural Excursions While it would be impossible to describe all of the activities

All visitors to Beijing must see the Great Wall of China, but in detail in this small space, for your benefit the actual activity
very few can claim to have hiked through an entire section itinerary for Beijing’s Fall program has been included below.
and slept on the monument overnight. However, all program
participants in Beijing have the opportunity by attending the Educational Events
annual Great Wall camping trip. This is just one example in the Every year, CSA works hard to find additional speakers for its
gamut of great cultural excursions provided to CSA program already impressive range of lectures & workshops concerning
participants. Cultural excursions are always guided by a
knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide who can explain
the significance of China’s impressive national monuments
and natural wonders. Moreover, these excursions are always
expansive in their breadth.
For example, the CSA hutong tour first takes students

to the urban planning museum, so that participants can
better understand the past, present and future of Beijing’s
architecture, before taking them on a tour of the remaining
hutongs on a rickshaw, and concluding the excursions with a
dinner in a traditional 4-square hutong home with a Chinese
family that has lived in the hutongs for generations.
Rest assured, CSA staff have gone to great lengths to ensure
quality and informativeness for these cultural excursions.
everything from Chinese culture, business, society, and arts.
These lectures typically take place at the CSA student lounge Fall 2008 Activities Schedule
or at special invitation-only events put on by organizations
such as the American Chamber of Commerce. Recent lectures Thursday, September 13th: Welcome Dinner,
include a speech on Energy consumption and solutions by oil Orientation, and Social Night 6:30 p.m.
billionaire and corporate raider T. Boone Pickens, economics Saturday, September 15th: Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall and
lectures, human rights lectures, and academically directed Hutong Tour (including dinner with a local family) 1:00 p.m.
discussions on contemporary Chinese cinema. Outside of Tuesday, September 18th: AmCham Event: Cultural
lectures, CSA also takes students to experience Chinese Preservation in Beijing: Saving the Remaing Hutongs
culture such as trips to the Peking Opera, Chinese Acrobatics Saturday, September 22nd: Summer Palace 1:00 p.m.
Shows, and banquets with traditional Chinese cuisine.
October 1st-7th: The National Holiday
(Recruit Volunteers to visit the CSA Golog
Social Activities Community School in Tibet)
Of course everyone needs to have a little fun, which is why
Saturday, October 13th: The Great Wall Hike and Camping
CSA holds many fun events good for calming the stressed- (Bring your own sleeping bag and picnic lunch) 5:00 p.m.
out student such as bar-hopping night, Christmas and
Thanksgiving parties, cooking competitions, charity poker Saturday, October 20th: Hiking at the
Fragrant Mountain 10:00 p.m.
tournaments, hiking trips, shopping trips, and of course the
annual all-inclusive skiing/snowboarding trip! While these Sunday, October 28th: Tiananmen Square
and Forbidden City 1:00 p.m.
events aren’t as culturally or educationally valuable, CSA
thinks that having a lot of fun is a value in and of itself. Saturday, November 3rd: Shopping at the Silk Market
and WangFuJing Night Snack Market 2:00 p.m.
Volunteer Activities Sunday, November 11th: Lama Temple
Occasionally, program participants will also have opportunities and Confucius Temple 1:00 p.m.
to join one-time only volunteer events. Past events have Sunday, November 18th: The Temple of
included tree-planting programs as well as the bi-annual Heaven and Peking Opera 2:00 p.m.
week-long trip to impoverished rural schools to teach English Saturday, December 8th: Skiing/Snowboarding trip 5:00 p.m.
and make donations. Any extra fees on volunteering activities
must be borne by program participants. For specifically Monday, December 24th: Christmas Party 6:00 p.m.
volunteer-only programs, please see “Volunteer Program” on Saturday, January 6th, 2008: Acrobatic Show 6:00 p.m.
page 26.
January 2008: Farewell Dinner
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Accommodations
All China Study Abroad accommodations are located within the heart of the university district, minutes away from the
major universities and only a short bus or taxi ride away from the others. Accommodations always have a western-style
kitchen, bathroom and accommodations with 24-hour hot water. Unless in university housing, China Study Abroad
students always have their own room, high-speed internet, and air conditioning. Each unit is located in a lively and safe
area, with supermarkets, stores, nightlife, fitness clubs, public transportation and restaurants all in walking distance.
Nearly all accommodations have 24-hour security. Some accommodation options are unavailable in select cities. Please
email info@chinastudyabroad.org for more information.
Luxury Apartments the option of living with a Chinese family to maximize

These modern and spacious apartments come fully your Mandarin-learning efforts while in China. Students
furnished. Each apartment has a living and dining room, that stay with a family are immediately immersed in the
bathroom and kitchen, and your choice of a single, double, language and culture of China. Regularly communicating
or triple bedroom. The living area includes a lounge, dining with a homestay family will exponentially increase one’s
area, TV (cable), DVD, desk, chairs, washing machine, high- language learning rate.
speed internet access and telephone. The bedroom has a
bed and storage area for clothes and personal belongings. All of our families are middle to upper-middle class and
The kitchen has a refrigerator, microwave and basic cooking have been interviewed for suitability. Many participants
utensils. Students living in luxury apartments have all are surprised by the outstanding apartment quality of their
utilities paid for including high-speed internet, gas, water, host family. Moreover, many families are eager to show
electricity. Moreover, luxury apartments have weekly foreigners around China. Students are often lucky enough
cleaning service included. These units are among the nicest to their host family take them on free sightseeing trips.
living accommodations in the university district.
A private bedroom, necessary utilities and at least two
Standard Apartments meals a day are included in every homestay. All families have
These are all fully-furnished, clean, and comfortable standard amenities including a bathroom (often private),
apartments. In each apartment you will have your own kitchen, dining area, TV, DVD, internet, telephone etc. These
bedroom, a living and dining room, bathroom and kitchen. homestay families are also located within the university
The living room has a sofa, TV, DVD, hi-speed Internet district, within walking distance of a student’s university.
access, washing machine, and telephone. The bedroom
has a bed, desk, chair, and storage area for clothes and China Study Abroad requires that all students under the age
personal belongings. The kitchen has a sink, fridge, of eighteen live with a homestay family.
microwave and stove.
Young Professional Homestay
Family Homestay Live with a young, professional, Chinese roommate. This
Live with a Chinese family. China Study Abroad offers housing option, only offered by China Study Abroad, is ideal

ACCOMMODATIONS
for those who wish to take advantage of total language

immersion, but do not want to stay with a Chinese family.
This living arrangement is also the best way to quickly make
Chinese friends and experience Chinese youth culture. If
you choose this option CSA will arrange for your housing
and select suitable roommates from a pool of potential
candidates. Many young Chinese are also eager to live with
a foreigner so they too can learn about another culture and
have the opportunity to practice their English. Apartment
quality is similar to that of the Standard apartment.
Hotel
For students looking to live in the most luxurious
accommodations possible, China Study Abroad offers the
Hotel option. Students are placed in a minimum-three star
hotel located minutes away from their school of choice.
and comfort. For privacy and convenience, single room
Each hotel room is fully equipped with modern furniture, occupancy is highly recommended. Accommodation
bed, fridge, private bathroom, satellite TV, air-conditioning, starts the day before the program, and ends the day after
and telephone (IDD and ISD). Hotel facilities include laundry, the program. Extra-night accommodations are subject to
daily housekeeping, a swimming pool, fitness gym, and a availability. CSA makes all accommodation reservations
variety of restaurants. Depending upon location, certain and preparations prior to students’ arrival.
hotels also have bowling alleys, cyber cafes, business
centers, arcades, tennis courts, and billiards rooms. Single Each dorm room has one or two single beds, desk, chair,
room and double room occupancy is available. telephone, TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Electricity
and water are included in the accommodation. Students
University Housing have the option of single or double occupancy. For double
China Study Abroad has carefully selected university occupancy, CSA may assign a roommate or the University
accommodation options based on security, location may assign one for you.
What Students are saying...
“The strongest point of the service, for

one who is going to China to really
work and get down to the business of
studying Chinese language, is the fact
that all of the accommodations, testing,
airport transport, etc., are taken
care of before your plane lands.
The only thing I had to worry
about was studying Chinese,
which is why I went. ”
—Matthew T. McDonald, Summer Program 2007, Beijing
PROGRAMS
OVERVIEW
Undoubtedly, the best way to learn Mandarin is to live and study in China, but studying abroad entails so much more
than just university classes. China Study Abroad offers a variety of programs to fit your unique educational needs. Peo-
ple looking to learn Chinese span every age group, background, and field of interest, which is why CSA offers a program
to fit each individual. Moreover, our programs are offered year round, for any time frame, and in over 13 cities. CSA is
here to ensure that your studying abroad experience is as rich and diverse as you are.
At the core of CSA is our Mandarin language learning everything you need, and feel free to mix and match
program. All students in the standard Mandarin language programs to find what fits you best. CSA knows that
program will receive 4 hours of teaching, 5 days a week, every student is different, which is why flexibility is our
for the length of their program. Students in the intensive top priority. Pick your city, pick your school, pick your
program will receive 6 hours of instruction (in-class and program, pick your type of housing, and pick your length
private tutor), 5 days a week. CSA’s Mandarin language of study. In the following pages, you will find some of
programs ensure a strong foundation for complete the many programs CSA offers its students, and if you
beginners, vast improvement for intermediates students, don’t find what you’re looking for, tell us! We will bend
and complete fluency for advanced students. over backwards to satisfy your unique requirements.
Studying with CSA means China with choice.
CSA has scouted China for the finest language teaching
institutions, and most of our programs offer certificates China Study Abroad offers numerous study programs to fit
of completion, transcripts, as well as transferable college your scheduling needs. Whether you are looking to study
credits. Many universities have been teaching foreign for 2 weeks or 1 year, CSA has the program for you.
students for over a decade. Also, these universities have
full-scale language teaching departments, which offer Semester
classes for all levels of Chinese proficiency. Each university The vast majority of students join the CSA program for
and school has its own individual teaching style. Be sure to one school semester. Universities in China generally
ask a CSA program advisor to figure out which school and run on the semester program, which rotate around
program fits you best. the winter and summer holidays and roughly correlate
with semester programs worldwide. The fall semester
Many of our students join the Mandarin program, while generally begins in mid to late September, extending
adding additional supplemental programs such as teaching, until mid January, ending before the Lunar New Year.
internship positions, martial arts, volunteering, business Unlike in western countries, universities do not break
classes, or travel. Many of these additional placement for the Christmas or New Year holidays. Spring classes
programs are included with the standard Mandarin begin in mid-February and extend until early July.
language program. Additional fees may apply for other In total, each university averages around 20 weeks
programs. Please see each page for details. of instruction, including orientation and placement
testing. The semester program is usually most viable
Studying abroad is a cumulative and holistic experience, for college students looking to study abroad for one
so why limit yourself? Find the program that has school term.

12-weeks Short-term Programs
For students that are looking to study during the school year, No matter your timetable, CSA will accommodate you. For
but cannot commit to semester-long programs that extend students looking to do programs for 4 weeks or less, CSA
into July or January, CSA offers 12-week programs. Many of offers classes at private Mandarin learning academies in
these programs are also offered by accredited universities. various cities. Please inquire at info@chinastudyabroad.
Despite the length, these credits still transfer to almost org for more details.
all universities because of the long hours of instruction.
Moreover, these are often accelerated programs, which
make up for the brevity with accelerated lessons.
Summer
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Several universities offer summer programs, that last

anywhere from 4 weeks to 12 weeks. We find that the
summer programs are very popular, and because of the
relative brevity of the programs, students are free to spend
time before or after their programs to travel through China.
A very popular program is CSA’s study and travel program,
which includes 4 weeks of study at an accredited university
with 2 weeks of travel throughout China for one low price.
Every year, returning students rejoin the CSA Summer
Study and Travel program. Simply put, it’s the perfect
combination of study and play.
Year
The year-long program language program is essential for
students looking to master Mandarin. Extending for 2
semesters, these programs include accommodation during
the summer and winter holidays, during which students are
free to go home or explore China to the fullest. Students
in the year-long program are assured of Chinese fluency
at the end of their study, and can boast of consummate
knowledge of China. After reaching a fluent Mandarin level,
several alumni of the year-long CSA program were fully-
prepared to pursue higher degree programs at Chinese
universities or entered the Chinese job market. Lastly, the
year-long language program is also the best value for the
price of all CSA programs.
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3 Cities
The only way to truly know and understand a city is to live there. In fact, China Study Abroad
offers students the chance to live and study in three cities during one semester! This is the
ideal program for those who wish to understand China’s modern realities in the context of
its long and unique history. Students who choose the 3 Cities Program study for seven weeks
in Beijing, two weeks in Xi’an, and seven weeks in Shanghai at the cities’ most prestigious
universities. The curriculum is connected through each city by its central themes of intensive
Mandarin language as well as understanding of Chinese culture through its history, politics,
and economic future. Each city offers a unique curriculum as well as the geographical back-
ground that reflects the course material. During their time in each city, students will be taken
on all-inclusive sightseeing excursions of culturally and historically significant sites. China
Study Abroad’s 3-Cities program is more than just a class; it’s a learning experience.
Beijing - 7 Weeks simultaneous courses in intensive Mandarin

Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic language and Ancient Chinese History at
of China, the country’s political, economic Northwestern University. The course traces
planning and cultural center, the focal point the epic and prolific history of the Chinese
of its communications, and home to over 14 civilization, starting with the mythical Yellow
million people. The successful 2008 Olympic Emperor to the beginnings of the Qing --
Games reflected China’s increasing stature in China’s last imperial dynasty.
the modern world. Beijing remains the most
popular destination for students studying Shanghai - 7 Weeks
Mandarin Chinese. Energy, excess, and glamour converge in
China’s most cosmopolitan city. Home of the
For the Beijing portion, students will take two historic Bund, traditional temples, the coveted
simultaneous courses in intensive Mandarin French Concession, and the proud pioneer of
language and Modern Chinese History and futuristic architecture, Shanghai has it all. For
Politics at China’s most prestigious school the final seven weeks students will live and
Peking University. The course traces the study in China’s exciting financial center and
history of the People’s Republic of China, from experience the future of China.
the communist revolution to the reforms of the
1980s and China’s current economic boom. For the Shanghai portion, students will take two
simultaneous courses in intensive Mandarin
Xi’an - 2 Weeks language and Chinese Business at Jiaotong
Home of the world famous, life-size Terracotta University. The course will fully immerse
Army, Xi’an was the cradle of ancient Chinese students in the complex workings of the Chinese
civilization dating back to 4,000 BC, and the economy, such as regulatory governmental
capital city for 11 dynasties dating back to controls, energy use, environmental pitfalls,
the 9th century. It is from here that caravans transparency of law, overheating of the
started on the Silk Road to Europe, changing economy, globalization, the merging of the
the Western world forever. Today Xi’an is a Hong Kong market, and the financial future of
bustling city the size of New York and a great the world’s soon-to-be third largest economy.
place to study for those wishing to experience
the ancient alongside the modern. For an exact itinerary, detailed activity
lists, and further information, please see
For the Xi’an portion, students will take two www.chinastudyabroad.org/three_cities.aspx.
Starting Chinese Accomo- Placement Application

Schools Duration Class Hours Dates Levels dations Services deadlines
Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, Sept. 3, Aug. 15,
Beijing PKU Semester All Hotel n/a
1.5 hrs. Chinese Society Mar. 3 Feb. 15
North-
Xi’an western Semester Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, Sept. 3,
All Hotel n/a
Aug. 15,
University 1.5 hrs. Chinese Society Mar. 3 Feb. 15
Jiaotong Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, Sept. 3, Aug. 15,

Shanghai Semester All Hotel n/a

TEACH
China Study Abroad’s teaching program is a great option for students who want to earn a
salary while living and studying in China. CSA guarantees teaching placements that, at a
minimum, comfortably cover living expenses. In a globalized world, increasing numbers of
Chinese people recognize that knowledge of the English language is essential to upward
mobility. Private English teaching schools are desperate for native speakers to teach this
growing market. Applicants that apply for a full-time year-long program or longer receive
free accommodation. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and be native English
speakers without a strong regional accent. Higher salaries are awarded to those with teaching
certification and classroom experience.
Teaching positions range from part-time one-

on-one tutoring to full-time class teaching. All
students in CSA Mandarin language programs
are offered free teaching placement. Past
students have taken part-time teaching work
during weekends, off-time, and holidays to
supplement their expenses. Other students
spend a semester studying full-time, after which
they take on full-time teaching positions.
Those applying to the teaching program

separate from Mandarin language programs
are required to pay a $500 USD fee, which
offers guaranteed full-time teaching placement
as well as all the other benefits of the CSA and training. Many have standardized curricula
program, including airport pick up and drop and lesson plans they require for all classes,
off, welcome pack, orientation, and 24-hour but others may be less strict, allowing for
emergency service. Applicants for full-time individual teaching styles. Regardless, teaching
teaching programs must commit for longer requires an extended amount of patience and
than 3 months. people skills. However, English teachers often
have full-time native Chinese teaching aides to
CSA employees will do their best to find help out with classes as well as the occasional
teaching positions that fit your unique skill-set translation problem.
and requirements. Wages are dependent on
teaching experience, level of education and the When applying, please make sure to detail
individual schools, but typically vary between your work experience, teaching preferences,
$14-28 USD an hour. Full-time teachers typically and time-commitment. Many CSA students
work 30-40 hours a week. However, part-time have found teaching English to be an invaluable
positions are still well-paid and working hours experience, not only for monetary reasons
can be as little as 5-10 hours a week. but also for getting to know Chinese people
on an interpersonal level. The CSA teaching
Class sizes depend upon the school, ranging program also offers people of all income levels
from 5-30. Some teachers teach night classes the opportunity of an exciting experience in
to adults, while others teach children during China without significant financial cost to
the day. All schools provide teaching materials themselves.
Starting Chinese
Duration Class Hours Accommodations
Dates Levels
4 months All (For students in teaching-only programs,
Beijing 30-40 hours a week Anytime All
or longer housing must be arranged separately.)

Shanghai 30-40 hours a week Anytime All

Kunming 30-40 hours a week Anytime All
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Martial Arts
While it is a myth that all Chinese people “know Kung-Fu”, China is still the birth place of martial arts and the progenitor
of many styles that have spread worldwide such as Kung-Fu, Wushu, Tai-Chi, Tai-ji Quan, and their cousins Tae Kwon Do,
Judo, Jiu-jitsu and much more. For thousands of years, the martial arts have been a mainstay of Chinese culture.
The folklore around martial arts in China is legendary, as source. Through CSA, you too can learn from the masters.
the most famous Chinese literature such as “Journey to Any Kung-Fu flick junkie will tell you that the martial arts are
the West” and “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” involves not just about hand to hand combat or playing with nunchuks,
weapon wielding warriors. In fact, China’s greatest cultural classical Chinese forms of martial arts encompass a broad
hero may very well be Huo Yuanjia, portrayed by Jet Li in spectrum of mental and physical discipline. Learning martial
“Fearless,” who defended Chinese honor during the age of arts is about training the body and spirit. It’s a philosophical
foreign dominance by defeating fighters in the ring from as well as physical exercise. Serious martial arts students
around the world including an American boxing champion learn not only how to physically best an opponent, but also
and a Russian wrestling champion. Another great martial how to discipline and control oneself.
arts hero includes Wong Fei Hong, also played on the
screen by Jet Li as well as Jackie Chan. Wong’s martial CSA offers martial arts programs with all different styles, for
arts exploits and skill are so legendary that over 113 movies all different levels, fitting any schedule. For those looking to
and television series have included him as the protagonist. train with the best, we offer programs at China’s best martial
Simply put, the martial arts are an entrenched part of arts schools such as the Beijing Sport University, where Jet
Chinese culture and tradition. Li learned his craft. At these intensive martial arts programs,
students study with a master 2.5 hours a day, 5 days a week.
With the additional popularity of Chinese-made martial Classes are offered in styles such as wushu, taijiquan, and
arts action flicks starring Chinese superstars such as Bruce chongquan, at all different levels. Certain classes focus on
Lee, Jackie Chan and Jet Li, these folk tale legends have form and technique for competition, while others deal with
found their way around the world, making arcane styles and more sparring and combat. Students looking for a part-time
schools of martial arts iconic such as Wu-Tang, Shao-Lin and hobby during time off from studying are placed in private
Kung-Fu. Before the industrial boom of the late 20th century, martial arts academies, where classes can be taught in
the martial arts were China’s greatest export, outside of tea evenings, afternoons and weekends depending upon your
and silk of course. Nonetheless, for decades, people have schedule. For more information, please inquire at info@
traveled from all over the world to study martial arts at the chinastudyabroad.org.
Starting
Cities Duration Class Hours Chinese Levels Accommodations
Dates
Sports Beijing, Shanghai 9 weeks/ July 1, Mar. 1
12.5 hours a week All All
University and Kunming 1 Semester & Sept. 10
Martial Arts Beijing, Shanghai

Any length 2-5 hours a week Anytime All All
Academy and Kunming

High School
At China Study Abroad we believe that the benefits of a global education should not be limited to university students. With
this in mind, CSA now offers programs tailored to high school students between the ages of 13 and 17. Speaking Mandarin
is an essential tool for people looking to succeed in a globalized world. Enrolling in the CSA high school program gives am-
bitious, young students a leg up in learning an incredibly difficult, but increasingly essential skill.
Because high school students are limited by their school admissions boards everywhere. By enrolling in the CSA high
schedule, CSA offers flexible program start dates and school program, students can even get a head start on their
program lengths during the fall and spring semesters college careers because most language programs include
as well as numerous summer programs. We offer a wide transferable university credit and official transcripts,
assortment of courses to fit everyone’s needs. They range depending upon the duration of study.
from being as short as one week for students looking to whet
their linguistic palate during school holidays, to year-long Students enrolled in the high school language program
programs for students taking a gap year, and everything in are given the option of living in campus dorms or with a
between. Many high school students join CSA during their family homestay, which includes breakfast and dinner every
summer holidays, for their first-time experiences of living weekday. As with all CSA programs, students will receive
abroad and taking university-level courses. 24-hour customer service, regular supervision, emergency
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care and insurance, a mobile phone with local SIM card, fun
The CSA high school program offers the unique opportunity activities on the weekends, and a welcome pack.
for gifted and ambitious high school students to take
challenging university-level courses. Many high school Admissions into the high school programs are significantly
students are eager for a taste of the college experience more competitive, as applicants need to demonstrate
-- CSA gives these students the chance to see what a high-level of maturity and academic ability. For a fun
college is like in China! Very few college students have vacation, please check the travel section. Only high school
the opportunity to study abroad during college, let alone students prepared to take the early leap into college life
while still in high school. This is the perfect program for should apply. Additional requirements such as a personal
mature and adventurous high school students looking to essay or recommendation letters may be necessary for
add some valuable life experience while impressing college admission, depending upon school and length of study.
Chinese Accomo- Placement Application

Schools Duration Class Hours Levels dations Services deadlines
1 week, 2 weeks, 3 weeks,

BLCU and 4 hours daily, Family Homestay
Beijing 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, All n/a Year Round
BMA 20 hours a week & Dormitory
Semester, Summer, Year
Fudan University 1 week, 2 weeks, 3 weeks,

4 hours daily, Family Homestay
Shanghai & Jiaotong 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 12 weeks, All n/a Year Round
20 hours a week & Dormitory
University Semester, Summer, Year
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Youth Adventure Camp
China Study Abroad’s Summer Adventure Camps combine the excitement of traveling to two of China’s most famous
cities with an intensive Mandarin learning program. Students aged 9-16 are welcome to join one of our 3-week programs
held each summer. On each program students take Mandarin lessons in Beijing for two and a half weeks and then travel
to the ancient Chinese capital of Xi’an. In just three weeks students have the opportunity to rapidly develop their
language skills in addition to making friends with other young people from around the world. CSA’s Youth Adventure
Camps are the ideal way for students to receive a comprehensive introduction to the Chinese language, culture and way
of life, while also having the time of their lives!
Classes
Each summer, China Study Abroad offers 3-week adventure
camps in Beijing. During these three weeks, students take
part in daily beginning Chinese lessons. These Chinese
two-lessons are intensive, emphasizing correct speech
and pronunciation, reading and writing, and real-world
application. We design the course ourselves to ensure that
each student is receiving the best education possible. After
their Chinese lessons, students take a fun Introduction
to Chinese Culture class that teaches basics in Kung-Fu,
Calligraphy, Tai-Chi, Cooking, Chinese Music, Chinese
Needlework and Crafts, and Chinese History.
Activities
When class is out, the fun begins! Students will be taken on
excursions throughout Beijing and its outlying areas such as our students. With that in mind, China Study Abroad has not
the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Summer Palace, contracted out any of its services, unlike our competitors. All
and the Lama Temple. Other activities include hiking at the classes will take place at the China Study Abroad Mandarin
Fragrant Mountain, a night at the Peking Opera, a special academy or local universities. As always, our teachers are
Peking Duck Dinner, eating scorpion, starfish and other pre-screened and selected to ensure professionalism and
oddities at the Wangfujing night market, a rickshaw ride skill. Our camp counselors, who will be with the students 24
through the old hutongs, shopping at the Silk Market and hours a day and sleep on-site at the camp dormitories, are
the Pearl Market, and of course a camping trip on the Great experienced and responsible. The student accommodations
Wall of China! Also included will be fun activities such as also include 24-hour security. Students will be given cell
swimming at the local parks, barbecues, and picnic outings. phones so that they can be reached 24 hours a day, and
China Study Abroad staff will always be available to speak
Last, but most definitely not least, on the last 3 days of the with whenever needed.
adventure camp, students will be taken to the ancient city
of Xi’an to see the Terracotta Warriors and the home of All China Study Abroad participants receive the StudentCare
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Imperial China for thousands of years! They’ll see the old city Plus! insurance coverage as part of the camp fee. Any
walls and the bell towers, the great mausoleum of Qin Shi possible medical emergencies will be promptly addressed
Huang, the first emperor of China, and much more. On the and taken care of at international hospitals in Beijing. Our 24-
tour, they will also receive a guided tour detailing the history hour staff is experienced in dealing with any and all medical
of these remarkable archaeological sites and a culture and issues that may arise. If students have any specialized
civilization that has lasted the millennia. This is all included medical needs such as daily medication, counselors will see
in the camp price along with 3 meals a day. to it that their needs are addressed on a daily basis.
Safety For more detailed information, set itinerary, and program fees
While the program is fashioned to be an educational and fun please see www.chinastudyabroad.org/youthadventurecamp
experience for students, the main priority is the well-being of .aspx or inquire at info@chinastudyabroad.org

Beijing Mandarin Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, June 3,
Beijing 3 weeks Beginner* Hotel n/a May 30
Academy 1.5 hrs. Cultural Class July 3
Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, June 3,

Xi’an Jiaotong University 3 weeks Beginner* Hotel n/a May 30
1.5 hrs. Cultural Class July 3

*Beginner: 0 - 40 hours studied, 0 - 500 characters
Business Program
In just 30 years, China’s market-oriented reforms have unleashed the economic potential of a nation with over a billion
people, generating economic growth never before seen in modern history. China’s dramatic transformation has had
a profound impact not only on China, but on the world. In addition to lifting hundreds of millions of its citizens out of
poverty, China has become the world’s 3rd largest economy with few signs of slowing down.
Much like the international corporations such as Google, language classes at the local university of their choice,
Microsoft, and Intel that have invested heavily in China, such as Tsinghua University or Peking University, and
many students hope to jump on the financial wave by will also attend business lectures provided by professors
learning Mandarin and conducting business in China. specializing in business and economics. These lectures
None can afford to overlook China’s huge consumer are centered on doing business in China, from which
market and its formidable industries which provide goods students learn everything from business-focused
for the entire globe. Mandarin to in-depth analysis of the Chinese economy
and marketplace, as well as culturally-specific business
However, doing business in China is not simple; there practices.
are complicated local customs, language barriers,
bureaucracy and many other hurdles which must be This holistic approach includes tours of Chinese factories,
overcome. To this end, we have created our dual business corporations, and attendance at business seminars and
and Mandarin learning program. networking events with business organizations such as the
American Chamber of Commerce in China. After enrolling
This course is essential for individual business men and in CSA’s Business and Mandarin program, students will
women. Anyone who has done business in China knows be equipped for a future in Chinese business.
that knowledge of Mandarin is a great asset, and with our
business program we will provide you with an insight into Students enrolled in CSA’s business programs still receive
how some of China’s most successful local and foreign CSA’s internship placement services, free of charge. Many
businesses conduct themselves and prosper. students enroll in our business program and then proceed
to do an internship with a Chinese company afterwards,
Students in this program are enrolled in Mandarin rounding out their business experience in China.
Courses and Degree Programs
In addition to our dual Mandarin and business program, we also offer business
specific courses at certain universities. These class offerings are limited by time
and location. One example is our Chinese Economy summer course offered
at Fudan University in Shanghai. The main topics include the Chinese stock
market, RMB reform, China’s trading partners and laws, marketing in China as
well as human resource management in China. The class is taught by the faculty
of Fudan University. Spots are limited for these specialized courses. Please contact us
at info@chinastudyabroad.org for availability. For those looking for more traditional
business degrees or MBAs, we offer joint business and language programs at Tsinghua
University and Qingdao University. A high level of Chinese-speaking is required, and
the programs are very competitive. Depending upon the program, students may
be required to participate in a full application process, including but not limited
to, a completed undergraduate degree, curriculum vitae, official university
transcript, a recent GMAT score, letters of recommendation, as well as
personal essays. Please contact us at info@chinastudyabroad.org for more
information.

Beijing PKU Semester All Hotel n/a
Northwestern Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, Sept. 3, Aug. 15,

Xi’an Semester All Hotel n/a

Shanghai Jiaotong University Semester All Hotel n/a
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Corporate Programs
Business is booming in China. As the world’s 3rd lengths, and start dates that can accommodate any
largest economy, China has positioned itself as request. Private courses are available now for novice to
one of the world’s best investments. However, as advanced Mandarin abilities.
many corporations have discovered, getting a good
return on investment in China is not a simple task. Corporate Specific Education
Worries over economic overheating, environmental To meet corporate needs, China Study Abroad locates
concerns, intellectual property rights, lack of industry experts that have operated in the Chinese
transparency, tight regulatory control of the market for years to give lectures and workshops. Textile
economy by the central government, corruption, manufacturers are taken on tours of Chinese factories,
and over-speculation of the stock market by observe delivery methods, and meet factory foremen.
Chinese investors has many companies wary to Tourism firms are taken on site inspections, discuss
plunge into this booming market. While China’s with hotel managers, and meet with representatives
economic gains confirm that the potential rewards from Chinese tourism contractors. From production,
outweigh the risks in most cases, the question of delivery, quality control to overall infrastructure, every
how to mitigate those risks remains. aspect of the industry will be available for analysis.
To that end, companies have utilized China Study To buttress these industry-specific workshops and
Abroad’s tailor made corporate programs to educate information sessions are lectures from mainstays
their company employees to make informed decisions of foreign investment in China. Representatives
about entering the Chinese market. While keeping from venture capitalist firms, heads of start up
with a foundation of Mandarin language learning and corporations, corporate consultants well-versed in the
lectures and workshops on foreign investment, China complex Chinese laws concerning foreign investment,
Study Abroad designs industry and trade specific environmentalists, and human rights advocates will
short and long-term curricula to meet corporate all be available for lectures, questions and networking.
goals. Knowledge is a corporation’s most powerful Clients will receive a broad-based program of study on
tool, and China Study Abroad offers companies the conducting business in China on top of their industry-
inside track on learning how business is done in China. specific needs.
Language China Study Abroad’s corporate program gives clients

To understand the complexities of the Chinese market, it a unique opportunity to research their market niche,
is essential that corporate representatives not only speak learn industry-specific Mandarin, and develop a
Mandarin, but they must utilize industry-specific language. fuller comprehension of the Chinese economy before
Whether the focus is on finance, media, import/export, breaking into the Chinese market.
IT, tourism or other industry, China Study Abroad uses
its expertise to plan a course that achieves any industry Because of the highly specific design of this program and
sensitive language goal. According to the client’s unique additional time needed to organize workshops catering to
objectives, China Study Abroad is able to place emphasis client needs, applicants must apply at least two months
on different aspects of the four communication macro- in advance. For more information and a sample itinerary,
skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. The China please see www.chinastudyabroad.org/corporate.aspx.
Study Abroad approach to teaching Mandarin highlights
interaction and student involvement, ensuring students
not only learn, but also enjoy learning.
For more traditional language learning, China Study

Abroad also offers enrollment at preeminent universities
throughout China. Geographically specific needs
can easily be addressed as we offer courses in over
thirteen Chinese cities. With individualized corporate
attention and differentiated course curriculums based
on industry sector, program participants can expect
rapid progression in their Mandarin language skills.
China Study Abroad offers flexible class hours, program

HK/Macau & Foreign-Born Chinese
China Study Abroad has tailor-made a program to address a
growing population of students for whom normative Mandarin
language classes for beginners are inadequate. These students
are advanced beginners; they are either native English speakers
with a strong basic understanding of oral Mandarin or speak
another dialect of Chinese such as the Cantonese, Kejia, or Fujian
dialects. To cater to these students’ specific needs, China Study
Abroad has created the Foreign-Born Chinese Program and the
Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan program.
Foreign-Born Chinese
This course is designed for students who: 1) were born in a non-
Chinese-speaking country but were raised in a home where
Mandarin was spoken and possess little or no reading and writing
skills in Chinese; or 2) were born in a Chinese-speaking country
and received zero or limited formal education in that country up to
the second grade.
The course teaches both pinyin and characters, introduces functional

vocabulary, and provides a systematic review of grammar. Courses
are specifically designed for advanced beginners who have weak
character recognition but already speak fluent conversational
Mandarin. Course textbooks and curriculum are specifically
designed with targeted students in mind. This accelerated
semester-long course will bring students to a Chinese literacy rate
that matches their fluent speaking vocabulary. Students will also be
prepared to take higher level university Mandarin courses which match their already advanced oral speaking for which they
were previously unqualified.
Placement Application
Schools Duration Class Hours Starting Dates Chinese Levels Accommodations Services deadlines
Beijing Mandarin 1 Semester Daily, September 12, Fluent Speaking Standard Apt., Internship, August 20,
Academy 4 classes March 3 Mandarin, Luxury Apt., Teaching, February 13
a day Character Hotel, Family Volunteer
Beijing Recognition 0 Homestay,
– 400 words Young
Professional
Homestay
Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan
This course is designed for students who speak a non-Mandarin dialect of Chinese. In
particular, this course prepares students looking to take the Putonghua Shuiping Ceshi
(PSC) and Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) Tests, which are nationally standardized test
that gauge the Mandarin abilities. The PSC is designed specifically with individuals
from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan in mind. Scoring well on these tests is essential to
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entering China’s top universities or finding employment with Chinese companies.
Course curriculum emphasizes phonetics, listening comprehension, conversation,

intensive reading, and grammar. The course aim is proficiency in Mandarin speaking,
with students eventually achieving an oral vocabulary that matches their advanced
writing and reading skills. There is also a 4-week PSC preparatory class available.
Placement Application
Schools Duration Class Hours Starting Dates Chinese Levels Accommodations Services deadlines
Beijing Mandarin Semester, Daily, September 12, Fluent non- Standard Apt., Internship, August 20,
Academy and 3 weeks 4-6 classes March 3 Mandarin Luxury Apt., Teaching, February 13
BLCU Chinese Dialect, Hotel, Family Volunteer
Beijing Character Homestay,
Recognition Young
1500+ Professional
Homestay
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Volunteer program
China Study Abroad (CSA) is very proud to present its China volunteer program. Whether your interest is in human rights,
environmentalism, teaching in rural areas or poverty alleviation, CSA can place you in the correct environment for you to
make the most of your passion and individual skill-set.
In general, most volunteers are placed in English-teaching positions throughout China. Speaking English is a great commodity in
China but is unavailable to the impoverished. However, for those of you with passion for specific projects, and with the resume to
match, we would be happy to place you with an organization working in your particular area of interest. We have placed students
with various non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and agencies for human rights, environmental conservation, and poverty
alleviation. Whether you have a weekend or a summer, we will find the service project that best fits your needs. These positions
can be highly competitive, but we do successfully place our students as interns at various NGOs and charitable organizations.
Our volunteer programs are very flexible. Many volunteers choose to study in one of the cities serviced by CSA and then take a
trip to the more rural areas to volunteer in between semesters, during national holidays, or after they’ve completed their studies.
Also, CSA offers various opportunities to volunteer during your stay in China, even if your main priority is learning Mandarin.
One such activity is the Beijing tree-planting program. Many of our summer Mandarin students also signed up to volunteer for
the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. We believe that one of the best ways to improve one’s Chinese is through cross-cultural
interaction, which is promoted through service.
Those of you looking solely looking to volunteer must fill out an application and pay the application fee. After that, any fees
or possible stipends vary depending upon the agency or organization that you are placed with. If you do a dual volunteer and
Mandarin learning program with CSA, you will only be responsible for paying the Mandarin learning portion, placement with a
volunteer program will be free of charge.
Golog Community School
Our featured volunteer program is at the CSA Community School in

Golog, Qinghai Province. Golog is a small town on the Tibetan Plateau
in 14 hours south of Xining, the capital city of Qinghai, by bus. It is a very
remote rural and impoverished area, historically inhabited by ethnic
Tibetans. There is also a sizable Hui (Chinese Muslim) population,
as well as Han Chinese. As of September of 2007, there have been
various ethnic clashes between the Muslim and traditionally Buddhist
Tibetan population. The goal of the CSA Community School is to
promote community and cultural understanding through education.
To that end, the school provides free classes to all members of the
community, regardless of age, ethnicity and class. Headed by famed
human rights activist Wenzhuo Hou, the CSA Community School in
Golog serves an important role in this volatile population that goes
largely ignored by the media and other charitable organizations.
Volunteers in the Golog

program will be expected to
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commit a minimum of three months. Their responsibilities will include

teaching remedial classes in English, Math, hygiene and health, basic
art such as music, crafts and Mandarin at the community school as well
as the local CSA-sponsored orphanage, while also working on various
human resource tasks. This includes community outreach, field work
and research, as well as efforts to seek more funding and support for
the program from local and international charitable organizations.
Volunteers will be provided with basic food and housing in Golog, but
are responsible for their travel fees and any extra living expenses.

internship
Tapping into the massive potential of China’s growing
economic market is a top priority for many of our students.
While studying abroad and learning Mandarin is an
important first step, our more ambitious students are
looking to make headway into a career. Moreover, many
organizations based in China are searching for the next
wave of bright recruits. To that end, China Study Abroad
offers our internship placement program, which acts as a
bridge between these two parties.
CSA’s vast network within major Chinese cities allows us to

place our students in various diverse and exciting positions.
For those interested in business, we have placed interns in
multinational as well as Chinese companies specializing
in software, sales, venture capital, marketing, and more.
Dependent upon the student’s level of qualification and
experience, these companies may offer paid employment.
Even unpaid, interns gain invaluable experience working
abroad that stands out on any resume.
For those looking to work in the non-profit sector, CSA

connects students with numerous internship positions
within Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
involved with a broad array of charitable causes such as
human rights, environmentalism, public health, non-profit
law, and discrimination. These internships are rarely paid,
but offer an essential service to the public and a unique
experience for interns to better understand Chinese
society and the toll of rapid modernization.
Internships also vary based upon available work hours.

More challenging and lucrative positions often require
working full time. Other internships only require a part
Those seeking direct placement without a language
time commitment, but rest assured that all internships
program are required to pay an upfront $500 USD fee,
will present their unique challenges. Many internship
which includes all other benefits of being in the CSA
positions also require a minimum time commitment of 3
program, including airport pick up and drop off, welcome
months or more.
pack, orientation, and 24-hour emergency service.
CSA will guarantee interviews for internship positions,
Because many internships may require a minimum
but employment is dependent upon the quality of
Chinese proficiency, we suggest that students enroll in
the applicant’s resume/CV, skill-set, and interview.
a language learning program first in order to satisfy this
Competition for positions can be fierce, but rest assured
requirement as well allowing for an adjustment period.
that CSA’s Chinese-based staff will do their utmost to find
Previous students have enrolled in summer or semester
an internship catering to your particular areas of interest,
language programs before taking on full-time internship
time constraints, Chinese-speaking level, and expertise.
positions for another 3 months or longer. Undoubtedly,
CSA’s internship program offers an excellent opportunity
Students in CSA Mandarin language programs for three
for those seeking a well-rounded experience while
months or longer are offered free internship placement.
studying abroad in China.
Duration Chinese Levels Accommodations
*For students in internship only programs,

Beijing Summer, Semester & Year All All*
housing must be arranged separately.
*For students in internship only programs,

Shanghai Summer, Semester & Year All All*
housing must be arranged separately.
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“CSA & its staff members were there from the very
start. Whether it was accommodations, visa issues,
school registration or setting up weekend trips to
experience the sights and sounds of Beijing, CSA
handled everything with professional competence and
efficiency. Overall, CSA gave me a summer that will
never be forgotten.”
— Denise Tam, 25 • Toronto, Canada • Summer Mandarin Program
“CSA was much more than what I expected. I have

never seen a study program that has so many options
in where you want to study, or live. The staff is great!
They are always very helpful, and nice, whether they
are working or not. While I was in China, CSA took
care of everything for me, and even if I had a question,
I would just call one of the staff and get an answer right “I thought CSA did a good job with providing the
away. CSA even has fun weekend outings around the accommodation. They were right there when I needed
city, activities for everyone, and trips to other parts of to be picked up from the airport and made me feel
China. I recommend this program for everyone at all comfortable and eager to start my Chinese courses.
ages!!” I stayed with a host family and I couldn’t ask for a
— Liang Cheng, 17 • High School Program • United States better one. I’ve done home stay before and I thought
they were quite nice. But my Chinese host family really
“The simple fact is that CSA is China done easy. CSA out did themselves. I definitely have a lovely place to
is a wonderful and easy place to learn one of the most come back to whenever I’m in Beijing.”
difficult languages. Coming to China is difficult, and - Yorik Thebaud, 18 • Undergraduate • Port Au Prince, Haiti • Summer
learning to speak Chinese is even more difficult, but Mandarin Studies
with CSA in charge that only the difficult thing that the
student has to do is open the and study.” “Overall the level of service was good, and the staff
— Manuel Aguilar, 21 • Summer Study and Travel • San Salvador, El members were always cheerful and polite when I
Salvador had any requests/problems. My apartment was
fine: clean, modern and everything worked. I had no
“CSA was invaluable to me out here. There is no way I complaints with it. Any problems that did occur were
could have made it out here without them (especially quickly rectified by the staff.”
in the first few weeks). I also made some life-long - Richard Sayce, 22 • Professional • Cheshire, United Kingdom •
friends. Would recommend CSA to anyone.” Martial Arts and Mandarin Program
— Nick Criado-Perez, 26 • Mandarin Intensive Yearlong Program •
What The Pros Say

London, England
“After comparing with my friends that went to China

with other organizations, I am sure that CSA is the best “If you want to go to China to study, or just to learn the
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one. Other organizations do not offer aid 24 hours to language, China Study Abroad is a great place to start!
the day nor do they have people guide them. They They have internships, business classes and volunteer
helped me everything that I needed, and even helped programs available all over China.”
- Student Traveler, Trusted by over 1,000 study abroad offices across the
me when my sister came to me to visit for a few days.
US • April, 2007
Their main goal is that the students are doing well and
having a good experience. Studying and living in China
“China Study Abroad offers unique and affordable
can be difficult at times, but with the amiable, patient
options for total immersion into Chinese culture,
and funny staff, CSA made my experience in China
language, and way of life.”
unforgettable.” - Language Magazine: The Journal of Communication & Education •
— Jessica Pedraza, 20 • Intensive Mandarin Study • Miami, Florida January, 2007
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Tailor Made & Group Tours
At China Study Abroad we understand the individual nature of our students and their needs. Rather than restrict our pro-
gram participants or try to push them toward courses that would make our job easier, we work with the individual to de-
sign an appropriate program. We give you the opportunity of tailoring your time in China to suit your needs and wants.
China Study Abroad offers our clients any type of housing, in any city or cities, any language level, any curriculum specific
program, at any time, and for any duration. Mix and match from our various programs, locations, accommodation and
schools to find the exact study abroad experience that you desire in your time frame. China Study Abroad staff will work
tirelessly to meet your specific time, location, financial and learning requirements.
Past students have requested to do programs in multiple cities, incorporate travel, and have arrangements made to in a
certain location for a time-specific event such as the Qingdao Oktoberfest, the Harbin Ice Festival, and the Women’s World
Cup. With our flexibility, expertise and vast resources, students can study in the dual language and business program for a
semester in Beijing, intern with a corporation in Shanghai, backpack through Tibet, and volunteer in the rural countryside.
China Study Abroad will make all arrangements so that students can concentrate on their cultural and Mandarin learning.
Tell us your ideal study abroad experience, and we will make it happen!
Groups
If your group has a pre-designed program
and itinerary in mind, China Study Abroad
staff will work tirelessly to accommodate
your specifications. Past group programs
have included participants that required
translators, detailed travel plans, conven-
tions, and particular curriculum. China Study
Abroad is capable of designing programs to
fit those of traveling musical groups, schol-
ars interested in Chinese history, corpora-
tions, and Chinese cultural hobbyists of all
kinds. Let China Study Abroad design your
group’s China experience.
China Study Abroad will design your group’s

accommodations, travel plans, transportation,
meeting centers, lectures, workshops,
activities, excursions, research trips and site pack, and free internship and teaching placement
inspections. Let China Study Abroad’s vast services. We ensure that all tailor-made programs
resources, experience in the industry, and will meet China Study Abroad’s high standards. If
skilled staff benefit your group. We can meet we can’t do it right, we won’t do it at all.
any time, financial and size requirement.
(Minimum group size seven people). Because of the highly specific design of this
program and additional time needed to organize
Along with your particular design, group and design program details, clients must
participants still benefit from all the benefits apply at least two months in advance. For more
of studying with China Study Abroad such information and a sample itinerary, please see
as insurance, 24-hour service, CSA welcome www.chinastudyabroad.org/tailormade and group .aspx.
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CSA STUDENT PROGRAM
Chinese Accomo- Placement Application

Schools Duration Class Hours Starting Dates Levels dations Services deadlines
All Cities All Any length Any length Any time All levels Any All Any time

Additional travel
For those looking to do additional sightseeing through China before or after completing a CSA program, or just looking
to do some traveling, CSA offers discounted guided tours. Listed below are just a few of the many tours offered. The
minimum group requirement is four passengers. Tour guides are available in English and Spanish. For more informa-
tion, additional destinations, travel itineraries, updated prices, or customized tour packages, please visit: www.chi-
nastudyabroad.org/travel_agent.aspx or inquire at info@chinastudyabroad.org.
stretches over 3,000 miles and is the only man-made struc-

ESSENTIAL CHINA 8 DAYS
ture visible from the Moon. A walk along the undulating wall
Tour Fee: $1199/dbl & up (2008) offers unforgettable and spectacular vistas. En route back
Land Only $699 & up (2008) to Beijing, visit the Ming Tombs, burial sites for 13 of the 16
Ming Dynasty Emperors. The underground palaces house
Includes: Airfare from Los Angeles, deluxe hotel, meals the lavish wealth of the Emperors. (B/L/D)
(as specified), tours admission fee, transportation, and
English-speaking tour guide. DAY 5 Beijing- Shanghai: Morning at leisure. Fly to
Shanghai, China’s largest city and the so-called “Paris of the
Excludes: Airport tax ($295), Chinese visa fee ($130) & East.” Upon arrival, we will tour the Bund- the famous river-
service tips. front promenade, the tranquil Yu Garden, and the Temple of
the Jade Buddha. (B/D)
DAY 1 USA-Beijing: Fly transpacific from your home-
town city. DAY 6 Shanghai-Tongli-Suzhou: Morning visit to
the ancient town on the water, Tongli. Dated back 1,000
DAY 2 Beijing: Upon arrival in historic Beijing, you will be years ago, the charming town was built amidst crisscross-
transferred to hotel. ing rivers and lakes. Timelessly, the simplicity and antiquity
of the architecture remains all the more attractive. Continue
Rest of the day free at leisure. to tour Suzhou, Garden City of China viewing beautiful pavil-
ions and bridges. (B/D)
DAY 3 Beijing-Tiananmen Square: We will start ex-
ploring the Imperial wonders of this majestic city with a visit DAY 7 Suzhou-Shanghai: Return to Shanghai in the
to the golden-roofed Forbidden City, a huge compound of pal- morning, rest of the day free at leisure to adventure this live-
aces, pavilions, and courtyards, where the Emperors of Ming ly metropolis. You can walk around Old Town where shops
& Qing Dynasties lived. Nearby is the awesome Tiananmen lined up along the narrow and winding alleys sell authentic
Square, the largest public square in the world. Afternoon vis- arts and crafts. (B)
it to the beautiful Imperial Summer Palaces, where lovely pa-
godas, temples & galleries are situated around Kunming Lake. DAY 8 Shanghai-USA: Enjoy the morning free time for
(B/L/D) last minute shopping or personal activity. Transfer to Airport
in the afternoon to fly home. (B)
DAY 4 Beijing-The Great Wall: Today we tour the
landmark of China-The Great Wall. Built to thwart the bar-
barian invasions two thousand years ago, the Great Wall
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Additional travel (continued) Tourists ride camels at Mingsha Shan (Singing Sand
Dunes) in Dunhuang, China.
6 DAYS SILK ROAD DAY 5 Dunhuang: Morning tour to the magnificent art
treasures of Mogao Caves. A UNESCO World Heritage Site,
EXPEDITION its grottoes, totaling over 500 caves, contain 2,415 colored
Tour Fee: $1969/dbl (Apr-Oct 2008) statues and 45,000 square meters of murals, which show
an uninterrupted history of Buddhist art over a period of
Includes: Airfare from Beijing/Shanghai–Urumqi-Dun- more than 1,000 years. Rest of the day free at leisure to ex-
ghuang-Beijing/Shanghai, hotel (4*), meals, tours, trans- plore. (B/L/D)
portation, and English-speaking local tour guide.
DAY 6 Dunhuang-Beijing/Shanghai-Home: Trans-
DAY 1 Beijing-Urumqi: We begin our exciting adven- fer to airport for your flight home or to next destination. (B)
ture to silk road with a flight to the remote Chinese Turke-
stan, now known as Uygur Autonomous Region. Upon arriv-
al in Urumqi, the capital city of Xinjiang, you will be greeted YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES
Tour Fee: $1295/dbl (Jan/Feb/Mar/Nov/Dec)
by a local professional tour guide. Transfer to hotel. Rest of
$1395/dbl (Apr/May/Oct)
the day free at leisure. (B/D)
$1495/dbl (Jun/Jul/Aug/Sep)
DAY 2 Urumqi: Morning excursion to the pristine Lake of
Includes: Round trip air inclusive from Beijing or Shanghai,
Heaven. Located in the shadow of the Tian Shan range, and
to cruise embarkation & disembarkation port cities, Victo-
surrounded by grassy meadows, dense forests and jagged
ria Cruise ship (5*), tours, transportation, meals, one night
mountain, the lake water is as blue as sapphire. Cruise on
hotel in Beijing or Shanghai (4-5*), and English-speaking
the lake and enjoy the coolness of the high altitude and the
local tour guide.
beautiful scenery. Afternoon, visit Xinjiang Museum- known
for its well-preserved mummies and numerous collections
The Yangtze River is China’s longest river (and the third larg-
of ancient artifacts. (B/L/D)
est in the world). The aptly named “River of Heaven” gracefully
winds 4,000 miles through the majestic gorges, the cloud-cov-
DAY 3 Urumqi-Turpan: Follow the steps of Marco Polo
ered mountains, thick green valleys, the Three Gorges Dam and
to arrive in the fascinating Turpan, the oasis known as Fi-
towns of ancient and modern. Cruising the fabled River provides
ery Land. Turpan lies 505 feet below sea level, and produces
a window into the soul and spirit of China.
some of the world’s most spectacular grapes by means of
a vast underground network of canals that are fed by the
melting snow from nearby mountains. Visit the exotic ba- DAY 1 Beijing/Shanghai - Chongqing - Embark
zaar to shop for eye-catching handmade shawls, Cossack Victoria Cruise: Fly to Chongqing and transfer to pier to
board the luxurious Victoria Cruise ship adventuring down
arts and crafts, plentiful delicious sweet treats await you
the mighty Yangtze River for the next three nights.
there. (B/L/D)
DAY 4 Turpan-Urumqi-Dunhuang: Motorcoach re- DAY 2 Yangtze River Cruise: Depends on the local
river conditions, today we either visit Fengdu, or Shibaozhai.
turn to Urumqi and fly to Dunhuang. Located on the edge of
Nicknamed as “Ghost City”, Fengdu has numerous statues
the desert with spectacular sand dunes as street landmarks,
of devils and ghosts that roam the afterworld. Shibaozhai is
Dunhuang has endured more than 2000 years and still holds
famous for its 12-story tall wooden pagoda, which was built
a bright spot in the desert. Take a camel ride around the city
400 years ago without using a single nail. (B/L/D)
and climb up 250- meter high sand dunes of Singing Sand
Mountain, where you can enjoy bird’s eye view of the des-
On board activities include a wide variety of informative lec-
ert and experience the roaring sound of moving sands when
tures, painting demonstrations, acupuncture demonstra-
sliding downhill. (B/L/D)
tions, Tai Chi, Chinese or western massages and facials, as
(RIGHT, BOTTOM) Registan Square in Samarkand, on the ancient

silk road - Uzbekistan.
well as lessons in Mandarin language, calligraphy and silk
kite making. Nightly entertainment includes traditional
fashion shows, colorful cultural presentations, and tradi-
tional Chinese music. Or, enjoy feature films, HBO and BBC
broadcasting in your own cabin.
DAY 3 Yangtze River Cruise: Today we will navigate

through the most exciting journey on Yangtze River: the fa-
mous Three Gorges. First is the shortest, narrowest and yet
most visually dramatic Qutang Gorge. Continue to pass Wu
Gorge, known for its serene beauty. Before passing through
the longest and deepest of the three: Xiling Gorge, take a
detour to beautiful Lesser Gorges via smaller vessels. To-
night we sail through the Three Gorges ship locks. (B/L/D)
DAY 4 Yangtze River Cruise-Yichang-Beijing/

Shanghai: Morning excursion tour to Three Gorges Dam
Site. The Dam construction is the largest of its kind in the
world, and once completed in 2009, will change the land- Tibet prayers praying around a temple in winter morning, taken in Gannan
scape of the Yangtze River Valley forever. Our river jour- Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.
ney ends in Yichang, transfer to airport for flight to Beijing/
Shanghai. Airport to hotel transfer is provided upon arrival. DAY 3 Lhasa: Today is free to explore this holy city. (B)
(B/L)
DAY 4 Lhasa-Hometown: Transfer to airport for flight
DAY 5 Beijing/Shanghai: Transfer to airport for flight home or your next destination. (B)
home or your next destination. (B)
TIBET GUILIN
Tour Fee: $695/person/dbl & up ( Land Only) Tour Fee: $795.00/person/dbl
Includes: Hotel (4*), tours, transportation, meals and Eng- Includes: Round trip air inclusive from Beijing or Shang-
lish-speaking local tour guide. hai, hotel (5*), tours, transportation, meals and English-
speaking local tour guide.
DAY 1 Arrive Lhasa: Fly to Lhasa, the capital city of
mystical Buddhist kingdom of Tibet. The rest of the day is DAY 1 Beijing/Shanghai to Guilin: Fly to pictur-
free to adjust to the altitude of one of the world’s highest esque Guilin from Beijing or Shanghai. Upon arrival, you will
plateaus-about 12,000 ft. above sea level. (D) be greeted by local professional tour guide. Transfer to ho-
tel. Rest of the day free at leisure.
DAY 2 Lhasa: Today’s highlight is the tour of Potala Pal-
ace, former living quarters of the Dalai Lama and the center DAY 2 Guilin: Located on the banks of the Li River, Gui-
of the Tibetan government., Its massive 1,000 room struc- lin is renown for its unique limestone landscape and serene
ture towers over this mountain city. Also visit one of Ti- natural beauty. Take a scenic cruise down the meander-
bet’s oldest shrines, Jokhang Temple and the famous Bark- ing Li River; continue to tour the famous Reed Flute Cave
hor Market where you may shop local authentic items. Af- to see some unusual stalactite and stalagmite formations.
ternoon tour of Summer Palace, built by the seventh Dalai (B/L/D)
Lama in the 18th century. (B/L/D)
DAY 3 Guilin: Transfer to airport for flight to next desti-
nation. (B)
***Land Service Only: $400.00/person/dbl
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beijing
A truly remarkable sight would be to look down at Bei-
jing from the sky above over the last 2,000 years. One would
witness imperial palaces and fortresses being built and de-
stroyed time and time again. In the 15th century and late 17th,
one would see the largest city in the world, its empire reaching
over the entire eastern globe, even sending emissaries to the
Americas. Conquering armies would breach the city walls, first
on horseback and later in tanks, only to be repelled, sometimes
hundreds of years later, by liberating armies waving flags of
yellow, purple, black and eventually a bright red. Looking
slightly north, one would see a wall of stone slowly grow and
expand like a two-headed snake over the mountain ridges, ever
widening beyond the peripheral horizons.
As these visions fade into memory, they are replaced by sky
scrapers dotting the landscape. City walls that repelled invaders
for millennia are demolished, making room for highways. Millions
of bicycles are replaced by taxi cabs, scooters, air-conditioned
double-decker buses, and subway lines. Businessmen, who only
a decade ago dressed in government-issued garb, wear suits
and ties with matching briefcases as they enter corporate office
buildings over 70 stories high.

Tradition meets modernity in China's capital.
Millions of construction workers from other provinces will
engulf the city to prepare for the world’s greatest sporting
event. The entire city will collectively hold its breath in dual
hope and anxiety, as another army of foreigners infiltrates their
city in the summer of 2008, but this time through the gates
of its newly renovated international airport and the largest
terminal in the world. An entire city built for royalty, forbidden
to the general public for centuries, will be flooded by millions of
visitors traipsing through the courtyard. Children will play upon
the stone tortoises and dragons that once stood guard for the
imperial court.
Beijing is big in its politics, its population, its acreage, its projects,
and its reach. It is the great city of Cambuluc written about by
Marco Polo, located along the upper tip of the North China Plain. From Beijing, dynasties have lorded over nations thousands
of miles away in every direction. To live and study in Beijing is to understand a culture and society whose history extends back
into ancient times, flourishing a millennium before Hannibal sacked Rome, Charlemagne united France, or Jesus preached to
crowds in the streets of Jerusalem. To comprehend Beijing is to witness 1.5 billion people on the cusp of international power,
welcoming change with open arms while still cognizant of an illustrious past.
Beijingers will tell you that the city’s true greatness still lies ahead -- hope floats in this city, even higher than the oft-publicized
smog. Only in Beijing can one ride a high-speed subway overlooking an imperial palace, party in a world-class night club
housed in a 17th century traditional Chinese courtyard, or eat a gourmet dinner of Peking duck roasted the same way for
centuries, followed by cappuccino and dessert at a chic lounge designed by the world’s most innovative architects. Beijing is a
city where history meets modernity.
Students and travelers lucky enough to make the journey to Beijing will experience another milestone in a civilization’s great
history. There’s a reason Beijing is our most popular destination -- come and find out why.
Studying in Beijing
Peking University
Peking University is the most renowned and prestigious university
in China. Established in 1898, the university is known within china
as ‘Bei Da’. Each year over two thousand overseas students from
more than sixty countries attend classes at Peking University. While
some enroll in undergraduate and graduate degree programs, most
foreign students come to the university for the Chinese Language
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Development Program. Peking University’s Chinese Language Center

offers twenty levels of instruction from total beginner to advanced.
The curriculum follows standards articulated by the National Committee on the Teaching of Chinese as a Second Language
and offers certification at various levels through the HSK. Upon completing the program, students receive an official transcript
from the University.
Tsinghua University
Tsinghua University is one of the most famous universities in China and was built on the site of “Tsinghua Yuan” -- a former
royal garden of the Qing Dynasty. As a comprehensive multi-disciplinary university, Tsinghua University is recognized as a
world-class institution for both education and research, with strong disciplines in science, engineering, management and
humanities. Tsinghua University welcomes international students who may enroll under various undergraduate, Masters and
Doctoral programs. Many take part in the Chinese language programs offered by the University. As of Autumn of 2005, over
1,700 foreign students were enrolled at Tsinghua University, coming from 75 countries and majoring in science and technology,
humanities, economics, management, law, arts and many other areas.
Beijing Language and Culture University

Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) is the only university in China whose mission statement is to teach the Chinese
language and culture to foreign students. Since its inception in the 1970s it has become the most popular institution for foreign
students wishing to study in China, annually attracting over 9,000 international students from over 110 countries. The university
also attracts the same number of Chinese students a year; this mesh of local and foreign students provides a great atmosphere
in which to learn Mandarin and Chinese culture. The university has also gained the reputation of being a world leader in the
field of teaching Mandarin as a foreign language, providing text books and teaching methods used world-wide.
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SHANGHAI
When riding the blazingly fast maglev train

away from Shanghai’s gleaming Pudong International
Airport, it becomes apparent that China has arrived as a
world superpower, and much like the 267.8 mph train that
opened in 2003, Shanghai is the city that propels China for-
ward. One need only look at the prolific skyscrapers of the
Pudong district with its Oriental Pearl Tower and Jin Mao
Tower, two of the world’s tallest man-made structures, the
busiest cargo port in the world, or Donghai Bridge, the lon-
gest sea-crossing bridge in the world, to know that Shang-
hai is among the world’s most modern cities.
A far cry from the ancient imperial histories of Beijing or Xi’an,

Shanghai is representative of a new China. Located where the
Yangtze River Delta and the Pacific meet, Shanghai, which
literally translates as “on the sea,” was historically a small
fishing village. Today, Shanghai is the most populated city in
the world’s most populated country. The seeds of modern
day China were planted in Shanghai: birthplace of Dr. Sun
Energy, excess, and glamour converge
in China’s most cosmopolitan city.
Yat-Sen, the founder of modern China, location of the
first congress of the Chinese Communist Party in 1921,
and hometown of basketball superstar and China’s
unofficial international ambassador, Yao Ming.
During the late Qing dynasty, Shanghai’s strategic

location as the gateway to the rich interior of the
Yangtze River, an area which produces the vast
amounts of food necessary to feed all of China, made
it the envy of international powers looking to trade
with China. With Beijing’s power weakening in the
mid 19th century, Shanghai became the playground
of foreign imperialists, who brought with them
industry, western finance, and modernization, the
vestiges of which can still be seen in the architecture
of the Bund and the French Concession.
By the time of the Kuomintang Republic, Shanghai was the world’s third greatest financial center behind only
New York and London. With the Communist takeover in 1949, Shanghai became largely impoverished due to
heavy taxation from the central government as well as the purging of “bourgeois elements.” After the economic
reforms ushered in during the late 20th century, Shanghai has led China’s economic resurgence with a GDP
that dwarfs that of every other region except for Hong Kong.
Shanghai is also a center of politics and culture. Former Chinese president Jiang Zemin was first the mayor
of Shanghai, and the city was the breeding ground of the right-leaning “Shanghai-clique” which was fiercely
critical of the Cultural Revolution and highly influential in the recent reforms. And even with its modernist
tendencies, Shanghai is a bastion of traditional culture with its famous schools of the arts such as the Songjiang
School, the Huating School, and the Shanghai School. However, Shanghai’s most famous cultural school still
may be the Chin Woo Athletic School of Wushu created by China’s most famous modern martial arts hero Huo
Yuanjia.
Despite its cosmopolitan character, Shanghai will seduce you with its intimacy. Whether a scenic view of the
historic Bund from a boat ride along the Huangpu river or the flavor explosion of Shanghai’s famous xiao long
bao, (“little dragon buns”), Shanghai will leave a lasting impression.
To live and study in Shanghai is to have your fingers on the pulse of modern China. More than anything, one
comes away with a greater understanding of the nation’s recent past and bright future. As Shanghai races into
the 21st century, the rest of the country is hitching along on her coattails. We hope you come along for the
ride. Don’t blink or you might miss it.
STUDYING IN SHANGHAI
Shanghai Jiaotong University (SJTU)
Founded in 1896, Shanghai Jiaotong University, better known as SJTU, is one of the oldest universities in China.
Throughout its century-long history, SJTU has produced a number of important figures, made significant
contributions to the development of science and technology, and was even once known as the “Eastern
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MIT.” The Chinese language department at SJTU offers a variety of courses for all levels. Located outside of
metropolitan Shanghai, the large and scenic campus is abundant with both greenery and excitement. Due to its
location, number and flexibility of language courses, and large population of foreign students, SJTU is a popular
choice with students looking to learn mandarin in Shanghai.
Fudan University
Named by the father of modern Chinese academics after a line from the Confucian Classics, Fudan University
is regarded as one of the finest learning institutions in all of China. In the 1950s, Fudan became one of the first
Chinese universities to enroll international students. Since that time, Fudan has accepted and trained over 10,000
foreign students from 100 different countries and regions worldwide. Presently there are over 1,800 long-term
international students in Fudan, half of whom are actively pursuing degrees, 600 short-term students attending
each year, and a number of general scholars and visiting scholars. With its rich history of academic excellence and
openness to foreign students, Fudan University is an excellent place to pursue mandarin studies.
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xi’an
One of the oldest and most influential cities in

China, Xi’an is considered the cradle of Chinese civilization.
In its more than 3,100 year history, Xi’an was the capital
of 13 dynasties, the Eastern terminus of the Silk Road, the
earliest link between China and the West, the economic, po-
litical and cultural center of China during the formative Qin,
Han and Tang dynasties, and the focal point of development
for both Chinese Buddhism and Daoism.
Unsurprisingly, Xi’an is home to numerous historical sites

as well as countless cultural and religious artifacts, most
famous of all being Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s legendary Ter-
racotta Warriors, an army of 6,000 life-sized clay warriors
standing watch over the Emperor’s mausoleum. Other must-
sees include: the immense Ming Dynasty city walls, the
most well-preserved ancient city walls in the world, measur-
ing up to 18 meters thick in some places; the Great Mosque,
one of the largest in China, incorporating a fascinating blend
of Chinese and Muslim influences; and the Muslim Quarter,
home to the city’s Muslim minority (the hui), in which one
can find numerous smaller mosques, butchers and even an
Islamic food market.
Outside of these world famous landmarks, Xi’an also has

an impressive collection of royal palaces, national parks,
museums, temples and shrines. Six of the eight Buddhist
Founder’s Temples are located in Xi’an. Hua Shan, one of the
five sacred mountains in Taoism, can be found just south of
the city in the Qinling mountains.
Xi'an is the historic heart of China and the
beginning of the ancient silk road.
Fast forward to the 21st century, in which Xi’an has resurfaced as a cultural, industrial and technological hub, laying claim
to a flourishing software industry, a growing community of cutting edge artists, musicians and architects, a plethora of
shopping malls, not to mention the world’s largest internet bar counting in at more than 3,000 computers.
The birthplace of Qinqiang, the oldest form of Chinese drama which went on to influence many other styles, including
Peking Opera, Xi’an is also a focal point for various new art forms. The Chang’an School, a modern school of Chinese
traditional arts, finds its home here, as does the contemporary art factory Spinning Town. Known for its underground music
scene, Xi’an is also famous for producing Rock Stars.
As a city steeped in a rich historical legacy while simultaneously making its footprint in a modern context, Xi’an appeals
to both the history buff and the techie, the scholar and the tourist, the artist and the business person. Regardless of your
interests, Xi’an is sure to have what you are looking for.
STUDYING IN XI’AN
Xi’an Jiaotong University
Xi’an Jiaotong University is one of the nine leading universities in China directly administered by the Ministry of Education.
The Xi’an Jiaotong School of Chinese Language Study was founded in 1995. It is famous for a beautiful study environment,
advanced teaching facilities, professional academic staff, diversified courses and effective teaching. There have been about
2,000 international students studying Chinese from more than 30 countries since the school was established. After several
years’ improvement, the School of Chinese Language Study has become an independent school offering a combination of
Chinese teaching and cultural education. There are six different level Chinese classes. There are Preliminary A and B classes,
Intermediate A and B classes, and Advanced A and B classes. After one-year study in
Preliminary Class, the students will acquire a command of 1500-2000 Chinese words
and reach the first level required by HSK test.
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is one of China’s leading comprehensive universities. Founded
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in 1902, it is also one of the oldest institutions of learning in Northwest China. The college
CSA STUDENT PROGRAM
offers a wide range of Mandarin language courses suitable for all levels. The university
stresses international academic and personnel exchanges. Since the start of China’s
opening and reform in 1978, Northwestern University has established cooperation
and exchange relations with nearly 30 institutions of higher education and scientific
research in the United states, Japan, Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Russia,
(left)bottom)
Canada, Australia, Switzerland, and Hong Kong and Taiwan regions, received more than
5,000 visiting scholars and experts, enrolled over 1,000 international students, held
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more than 20 international academic conferences, and sent abroad more than 500
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scholars to pursue advanced studies, give lectures, collaborate in scientific researches,

or participate in international conferences. These exchanges have contributed to the rise
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of the university’s academic level and international renown.

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kunming

The "City of Eternal Spring" is the ideal
place to explore the countryside of
southern China.
The people of Yunnan Province have a saying: “The
mountains are high and the emperor far away.” Tucked away in the
southwest frontier of China, Yunnan was long considered a center
of lawlessness and incivility. However, today Yunnan is renowned
as one of China’s premier tourist destinations, especially for
those who enjoy outdoor activities.
Located on the Yunnan plateau, the province boasts colossal

mountains to the north and dense jungle in the south. The capital of
Yunnan Province, Kunming has been laid siege by sultans from the
west, Mongols from the north, and Japanese bombers from above.
With Burma, Laos, and Vietnam directly south, and Tibet to the west,
Yunnan is home to 25 different ethnic minorities, making Kunming
one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. Yunnan’s
unique topography, plethora of natural beauty, and its rich melting
pot of cultures makes it unlike any other place in China. In fact, the
only thing that remains relatively homogeneous in Kunming is the
weather. Often called the “City of Eternal Spring,” Kunming’s yearly
temperature ranges from 10ºC (50ºF) to 21ºC (69ºF).
Kunming is, and always has been, a major transportation hub. In

1913, the French completed the Indochina Rail line which connected
Kunming all the way to Hanoi in order to exploit Yunnan’s copper
resources. The line is still in use today. During World War II, it was
the terminus for the famed Burma Road, through which allied forces
sent supplies to the Chinese to aid in the fight against Japan. Once
the road was blocked by Japanese forces, pilots flew over the peaks
of Nepal to airdrop supplies into Kunming. Today, there are direct highways from Kunming to its southern neighbors
Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Burma, as well as to its northwest neighbor Tibet. Moreover, renovation of the Stillwell Road
is underway, which will be a highway that connects Kunming to India. Needless to say, Kunming is a great jumping off
point for world travelers.
As a smaller city, further away from the well-populated coast, Kunming is very popular with students looking to study
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in an environment with very little western influence. While Kunming does boast a large international population, most
foreign students studying in Yunnan are actually from the Indian Sub-continent and Southeast Asia. Students hoping
to mingle with mostly Chinese-speakers are encouraged to study in Kunming. In addition, Kunming’s status as a smaller
city further away from more developed areas results in a significantly lower cost of living than in big cities such as
Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing.
Because of its beautiful scenery, fantastic weather, and small western expatriate community, Kunming is CSA’s third most
popular destination behind Shanghai and Beijing. Students looking for something more adventurous should consider
studying in Yunnan Province, China’s original “Wild West.”
Studying in Yunnan
Yunnan University
Yunnan University was founded in December 1922. Currently, Yunnan University is among the “National Key Universities”
under special development by the Chinese government. Yunnan University has also been included on the list of the
universities essential to the “China Western Development” program.
The campus of Yunnan University is covered with the green shades of ginkgo and cherry trees under which grow patches
of fragrant orchids and narcissuses. The teaching buildings, libraries, and laboratories stand out among a riot of colors
from the countless blooming flowers. The beautiful campus was recently featured in acclaimed Chinese director Zhang
Yimou’s latest film, “Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles.” Such picturesque surroundings in a salubrious climate are ideal
for Mandarin study and other academic pursuits.
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qingdao
Imagine an entire afternoon spent studying
Mandarin after a full morning’s worth of class. Now, add a
sandy beach, a cool ocean breeze, and an icy, fresh-brewed
German Lager. Sound appealing? If it does, Qingdao is the
place for you!
Located on the tip of the Shandong peninsula, due west of

the Korean peninsula, Qingdao is northern China’s premier
ocean resort. The name of this fair city literally translates
as “green” or “lush” (qing) island (dao). Students may be
more familiar with its western postal name: Tsingtao, which
shares the name of city’s most famous export, Tsingtao Beer.
Qingdao has come a long way since it was a small fishing
port only 100 years ago. Today, the city boasts a booming
economy, one of Asia’s busiest seaports with daily ferry
crossings to Korea and Japan, a fascinating modern history
and cultural background, and of course, great beaches.
Like most of China’s northeastern seaboard, Shandong province was the subject of territorial disputes
and foreign occupation during the late 19th century. In fact, Shandong’s occupation played a key role
in the genesis of modern China. Fearing foreign imperialists, the Qing Dynasty deemed Qingdao a key
strategic location and made the fishing town into a fortified naval base. However, before these plans
came to fruition, the area was ceded to Germany in 1897. Thus, much of the city’s development was
the result of German occupation, which is reflected in the city’s architecture even today. Qingdao’s first
streets, many of its standing institutions, the beginnings of the modern harbor, and the world famous
brewery were all constructed during the German occupation.
Retreating from the Allied Powers, German forces deserted Qingdao at the onset of WWI. Soon after,
Japan occupied the territory and remained there after Germany’s defeat, despite promises by the
Allied Powers that Shandong would be returned if China joined the Allied Forces. The Chinese citizenry
were further incensed when The Treaty of Versailles in 1919 transferred all the German concessions in
Shandong directly to Japan. This sparked enormous nationalistic fervor, leading directly to countrywide
protests known as the May 4th Movement.

Qingdao is northern China’s
premier ocean resort.
Largely considered modern China’s political
awakening, the mass revolt and student
organizations involved in the movement
sowed the seeds of Marxism in China. The
May 4th Movement marked the downfall
of the feudal Confucian era that had lasted
over three thousand years and germinated
a new political and cultural ideology that
evolved into the China we see today.
With Qingdao’s legacy cemented in

modern Chinese history, the city is
paving its own path into the future. In
the past decade, Qingdao has become a
manufacturing powerhouse, and with a
recently opened special economic zone,
multinational companies have flocked to
the area, especially from neighboring Japan
and Korea. Qingdao has also experienced
similar growth in tourism, as the city’s
seaside location has made it ideal for large
events such as several 2008 Olympic
events and the International Beer Festival.
Qingdao has it all: an emerging economy,
great history, great beer and beaches
galore.
STUDYING IN
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QINGDAO
Qingdao University
Qingdao University (QU), the largest
university in Shandong faces the Yellow Sea to its south with Mount Fushan as its background, creating a beautiful academic
setting. Yearly, over 700 foreign students come to study at QU, which provides comprehensive Mandarin language courses for
students at all levels. QU leads the country in research conducted on Luxun’s works, Pre-Qing Dynasty literature, non-linear
excitation computer control systems, super low temperature cornea freezing, nutrition and immunity, and natural pigment
extraction. The university also has cooperation with many provincial and municipal enterprises and has established specialty
research institutes with electronics companies Haier, Hisense, Blue Goose and Double Star.
Ocean University
Ocean University of China (OUC) is a comprehensive
university under the direct administration of the State
Ministry of Education, which offers courses in Science,
Engineering, Agronomy (Fisheries), Economics, Liberal
Arts, Pharmaceutics, Management, Law, Education and
History, etc. OUC is especially renowned for its disciplines in
Oceanography and Fisheries and has been honored as one of
China’s “National Key Universities”.
Ocean University has language courses running throughout

the year and also offers first rate business courses, which
are taught in English. OUC offers the unique opportunity for
beginning Mandarin students to take language and business
classes while living in China.
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tianjin
With its history of foreign concessions, international

trade and European style architecture, Tianjin is fast be-
coming one of the more popular student destinations in
China. Tianjin’s urban center is located along the Hai He
River, which leads directly to the Pacific. As the historic
port linking the capital Beijing to the open sea, Tianjin
earned its name which means “the place where the Em-
peror crossed the river”. Tianjin’s key status as a port city
is not the only thing that recommends this growing city.
Although often overshadowed by Beijing, which is a mere
100 kilometers away, Tianjin is returning to international
prominence.
From the forced entry of foreign interests to the complex
internal conflicts of China, Tianjin has been at the hub of
many a dispute. In 1856, Chinese Imperial soldiers boarded
a British Ship anchored in Tianjin Harbor and arrested
12 sailors suspected of piracy and opium smuggling. In
response, British and French gunships were sent to bombard
a garrison near Tianjin, leading to the Second Opium War.
After humiliating defeat at the hands of western powers,
the Chinese government signed the Tianjin Treaties which
opened Tianjin to international trade in 1860 and allowed
Tianjin has a cosmopolitan yet intimate
atmosphere.
wholly foreign concessions to operate within the city.
European imperialism and a Chinese fiscal crisis incited

an uprising in the late 19th century, led by the Society of
Righteous and Harmonious Fists, better known as the
Boxers. Backed by the Chinese government, the Boxers
seized control of Tianjin in 1900, but were defeated by
the Eight Nation United Army, concretizing a foreign
presence that would remain until the end of World War
II. Since China was reintroduced to the world in 1978,
Tianjin has undergone many changes. While not at the
same rate as its large neighbor Beijing, Tianjin is in the
midst of rapid development.
Tianjin is a special municipality and does not belong

to any province. Set at the northern end of the Grand
Canal of China, Tianjin has direct access to both the
Yellow and Yangtze Rivers. As the biggest trading port
in Northern China, Tianjin has a thriving population
of over 10 million people. While not yet a major
metropolis, Tianjin still affords many of the comforts an
international city.
Home to the first modern university in China, and the oldest newspaper, Tianjin has a thriving intellectual and cultural
scene. Some of the first museums, theatres and art galleries in China were founded here, and the heavy presence of foreign
concessions strongly influenced the music, art and architecture of the area. Take a stroll down Ancient Culture Street to see
reconstructions of traditional Tianjin homes, or through Wudadao to look at turn of the century European villas. There are also
plenty of venues for shopping, including the Antiques Market with its wide variety of relics from the cultural revolution.
While well known for its seafood dishes, Tianjin is best known for three culinary specialties: Guobuli, the local version of
steamed buns famous all around China; dough twists, known as Mahua; and rice cakes filled with red bean known as Erduoyan.
For those looking for a heartier meal, sampling the Eight Great Bowls will satiate even the most demanding palate.
Only an hour from Beijing, Tianjin has the positive attributes of a big city, yet retains a small city intimacy. With a relatively
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small foreign presence, there are ample opportunities for immersion and language practice without distraction. Despite its
xenophobic history, residents are famous for being both extremely friendly and patient with foreigners, and openly proffer
help and friendship, making Tianjin an ideal place to learn Mandarin.
Studying in Tianjin
Tianjin University
Tianjin University (TU), known as Peiyang University in its early days, was founded on October 2, 1895. It was the first
institution of higher learning in the history of modern Chinese education. Peiyang University changed its name to Tianjin
University in 1951. In its century long history the university has seen more than a hundred thousand students come
through its doors. The university began accepting foreign students in 1954. Since then more than 2,000 students from over
60 countries have studied at TU. In recent years the University has focused on attracting more students from abroad and
has seen an average rise of 15% a year over the last 5 five years in its foreign student population. The Chinese language
program at present attracts around 200 students a year. The program has become well established and is offered to all
levels. The University also offers short term programs during the winter and summer.
Nankai University
Nankai University was founded in 1919 by the famous educators of Chinese modern history, Mr. Zhang Boling and Mr. Yan
Xiu. Along with Peking University and Tsinghua University, Nankai is sometimes referred to as one of China’s “Ivy league”
schools. Nankai provides comprehensive Mandarin language programs for students at all levels, but is better known as
a comprehensive university with a complete curriculum that includes the humanities, natural sciences, technology, life
sciences, medical sciences and the arts. Nankai offers 68 undergraduate specialties, 158 Masters programs, 98 Doctoral
programs, 17 Post-Doctoral research stations and 12 authorized basic specialties. Nankai has been active in structuring
disciplines to meet the demands of producing economic development and social progress in the 21st century.
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hangzhou
when Sipping a cup of the locally
grown Longjing (Dragon Well) tea and
admiring the scenery on a sunny day, it is easy
to see why Hangzhou has the reputation as the
most beautiful city in China. It is a title that
Hangzhou more than lives up to with its tran-
quil mix of hills and lakes, including the famous
Xi Hu (West Lake) which attracts thousands of
tourists every year from all over China.

"The sky has the heavens, the Earth
has Hangzhou."
A popular Chinese phrase states, “shang
you tian tang, xia you su hang,’ which
means “the sky has the heavens, and the
Earth has Suzhou and Hangzhou.” With
its natural majesty and grace, Hangzhou
has been muse to many scholars and
artists of old. Yet Hangzhou is more than
just a pretty face, it is a city with a long
and dynamic history stretching back
over 2,200 years. Once the capital of the
Wuyue Kingdom and the Southern Song
Dynasty, Hangzhou has witnessed China
evolve from its infancy into the modern
day powerhouse that it has become.
As one of the seven ancient capitals of
China (the others being Beijing, Nanjing, Luoyang, Xi’an, Kaifeng, and Anyang), Hangzhou has earned
a special place in the hearts of Chinese people for its contribution to Chinese culture and history.
Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang province, located on the fertile Yangtze River Delta about 180
kilometers south of Shanghai. With its relatively smaller population and awe inspiring natural beauty,
its little wonder that many people favor Hangzhou over its densely populated northern neighbor.
It is reputed that Chinese rice was first cultivated only 100 kilometers from the city in the nearby town
of Yuyao. Hangzhou is also the birthplace of silk in China. According to legend, one of the emperor’s
concubines Yang Gui Hui discovered how to make silk and taught it to the people of Hangzhou. She
is also credited with being one of the
most beautiful women in ancient China
and had an appetite for consuming
over 300 lychees a day!
Hangzhou is also the economic centre

of the region, growing year by year.
The electronics giant Toshiba has set
up its sole overseas production plant
here, and the Wahaha drinks company
is headquartered in the city alongside
traditional Hangzhou industries such
as textiles and silk. From 2004-2006,
Hangzhou was voted the number one
city in China to do business according to
Forbes magazine.
Studying in Hangzhou offers a unique

experience like no other in China, encompassing centuries of culture and history, stunning scenery,
and a thriving economy. Students choosing to study here would be hard-pressed to find another city
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offering as many delights as Hangzhou.
STUDYING IN HANGZHOU
Zhejiang University
Under the direct administration of China‘s Ministry of Education, Zhejiang University is a key
comprehensive university whose fields of study cover eleven branches of learning, including philosophy,
literature, history, education, science, economics, law, management, engineering, agriculture and
medicine. Founded in 1897, Zhejiang University is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in
China. Long reputed as the “Eastern Cambridge,” Zhejiang University has always been ranked among
the top universities in China due to its broad academic strengths in teaching, research and social
service. Zhejiang University provides a comprehensive range of Mandarin language courses for all
levels, and there are currently over 1,200 foreign students enrolled at the university.
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dalian
When it comes to Dalian, take every negative stereotype you have about China and throw it out the window. This is
Dalian – the cleanest, friendliest, most comfortable city in all of China. Don’t just take our word for it, every year Dalian
is voted as China’s number one most “livable city” in the China Daily News. Often called the “Hong Kong of the North,”
Dalian is widely considered an exemplar of quality city-planning. Many cities throughout China have used Dalian’s “city
model” to make over their own cities with the newfound wealth and investment in infrastructure resultant of China’s
explosive economic growth. With Dalian’s urban population of only 3 million, reputation for cleanliness, sky-rocketing
economy, clear blue skies, and the friendliest and safest city traffic you’ll find this side of Tokyo, we’re sure you’ll agree.
Dalian is the capital city of Liaoning, a province that makes up what was once known as Manchuria. Through the last
few 200 years, this area in particular has been through quite an ordeal. Manchuria was the ancestral homeland of the
Qing monarchs, China’s last imperial dynasty, and thus was held in high regard. Towards the end of their reign, Dalian
was annexed multiple times through wars of aggression by
both Russia and Japan. As the northernmost ice-free harbor
on the continent, Dalian has long been an area of strategic
importance for all the superpowers of the region, and the
area around the city was the battleground for many bloody
battles during the early 20th century. During World War
II, the Japanese set up a puppet government in Liaoning
called Manchukuo to govern over China, with Pu Yi, the last
Emperor of China, at its helm. After Japan’s defeat, the area
was occupied by Soviet Russia for ten years before being
returned to China.
From the city’s architecture to its industry, tangible traces

of foreign influence can still be felt throughout the city.
Dalian was once the terminus of the Orient Express, which
ran from Moscow across Siberia, and was also Russia’s
most important port-city in Asia. In fact, the city’s name
is a transliteration of its original Russian name, Dalny.
Clean, friendly, & comfortable, Dalian is consistently
ranked the most "livable city" in all of China.
Today, both Russian and Japanese architecture is featured throughout
the city, and keywords from Russia and Japan have made their way into
the vernacular of the local dialect. However, the most lasting influence by
these occupying powers has been in commercial industry.
Under Russian and Japanese rule, Dalian was a major center for ship-
building and locomotive industries. Its history as an important port for
international trade continues today, as it is now China’s largest petroleum
port, the terminus for the oil pipelines of northern China, and its seaside
areas are dotted with vital chemical, diesel, and oil refineries. With the
opening of the northern Dagushan harbor, Dalian is one of the most
important energy hubs in all of northern Asia. However, Dalian’s economic
might is not limited to its heavy and light industries, as there has been significant foreign investment once it was declared
a “special economic zone,” making it ideal for investment by foreign manufacturing companies. Because of Dalian’s special
economic status and its location as a worldwide transportation hub, major international companies such as Intel, Samsung,
Sanyo, Canon, Pfizer and Toshiba have all opened factories and processing plants in the area.
Nonetheless, the heavy economic growth has not brought ruin to this idyllic city, with its broad avenues, armies of street
sweepers, wide grassy parks, and sandy beaches. Areas of heavy industry are located far away from the city center, and the
mild weather and constant breezes from the nearby water keep Dalian pleasant year-round. Come find out for yourself;
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you’ll soon agree that Dalian is the most livable city in all of China.
Studying in Dalian
Dalian University of Foreign Languages
Dalian University of Foreign Languages (DUFL), located in the center of the city proper, was founded in 1964. It is the only
tertiary institution of foreign language studies in the northeast of China. DUFL is an international university with enrollment
exceeding 800 international students of various levels and different durations. It has established exchange and cooperative
ties with over 60 universities and research institutions. One of the first institutions to offer a BA degree in Chinese, DUFL’s
School of Chinese Studies (SCS) is renowned for the quality of its Chinese language programs designed for international
students in China. DUFL is also a National HSK Testing Centre.
Dalian University of Technology

Dalian University of Technology (DUT) is among the universities authorized by the State Ministry of Education in China to
enroll overseas students. The university has set up a School of International Cultural Exchanges to take the responsibility
for enrollment, education and management of international students. In order to further develop international friendships
and promote the cultural and academic exchanges between people all over the world, DUT enrolls overseas students from
numerous parts of the globe. There are currently overseas students from more than 20 countries enrolled at DUT, pursuing
bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, or enrolled in Chinese language programs.
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nanjing
Modern buildings overlooking ancient ruins

provide a startling and thoughtful juxtaposition in the
historical city of Nanjing. The capital of Jiangsu, Nanjing
houses 5.29 million people yet still manages to provide
a sense of openness and space with its many parks and
lakes. Its balmy weather and chic neighborhoods make
this a perfect city to explore on foot.
Nanjing is perhaps most well known for the atrocities suffered

at the hands of the Japanese during WWII, when over
300,000 of the city’s populace were killed in a systematic,
brutal and appalling massacre. Yet this city has played a key
role in the history of China, both as its occasional capital and
the center of numerous conflicts.
First established as the capital in AD 229, Nanjing was

later razed to the ground by the Sui Dynasty in a power bid.
The Tang Dynasty began the reconstruction of the city and
renewed its status as the capital, but it was the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty who finished the reconstruction, capping it
off with the world’s longest city wall. When the Qing Dynasty took the city in 1864, over 100,000 people died in mass suicide
and fighting, yet the infrastructure of the city suffered very little damage. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen would be the last to name this great
city capital of China when the Republic of China came to power, though it was a short-lived return to prominence. No longer
the capital in name, Nanjing is still a center of culture, commerce and beauty in China.
Despite Nanjing’s bloody history, it is an architecturally beautiful city, with much of its ancient sites still standing beside
newer counterparts. Located on the Yangtze River Delta basin, there is a natural abundance of resources, from proximity to
water sources to a wealth of naturally occurring minerals in Nanjing’s outlying areas. In addition, there are several hot springs
located near the city. The wide avenues, lush vegetation and relative abundance of parks, trees and plants within the city give
China's bustling intersection of
commerce and cultural heritage.
off a sense of pleasant abundance. Many of
the more popular sites, such as the Sun Yat-
Sen Mausoleum and the Lingyi temple are
located on the looming Zijin mountain, but
there are also many interesting sites hidden
throughout the city and its surrounding
suburbs. Not to be overlooked, some of
China’s leading art, theatre and dance
groups are based in this city. Be sure to
check out the Qianxian dance company, or
see a performance of Kunqu, China’s oldest
stage art.
The de jure capital, Nanjing is one of the

largest cities in the East China Region, second only to neighboring Shanghai. A hub for academic and
artistic pursuits, Nanjing is also a popular tourist destination and has a growing financial district. The
numerous universities and large student body engender a lively night life, but its three hour proximity to
Shanghai allows for convenient weekend getaways when looking for a change of venue. For the culturally
inclined, the government hosts a series of festivals throughout the year, the most famous being the
International Plum Blossom Festival, to which thousands of tourists flock each year to see the largest
collection of plum blossoms in the world.
Studying in NANJING
Nanjing University
Nanjing University consists of two campuses, one in Gulou and the other in Pukou with a total area of
more than 600 acres. It is one of the top universities in China, with beautiful campuses and modern
teaching and research facilities. The university offers a comprehensive Chinese language program
for overseas students. As one of the most active universities in China in its international academic
exchanges, NU accepts students of all Mandarin levels. Since 1979, it has established links with more
than 180 universities and institutions in nearly 30 countries. In the meantime, more than 6,000
international students have studied at this university. Nobel Prize laureates, such as Professors Chen
Ning Yang, Tsung Dao Lee, Ilya Prigogine, Sheldon Glashow and Robert Mandel have been conferred
Honorary Doctorates, or Honorary Professorship by the university.
Nanjing Normal University

Nanjing Normal University (NJNU), on the threshold of its 100th anniversary, is one of the “National Key
Universities” under the “211 Project” and is also a provincially renowned institution of higher learning.
NJNU is among the earliest universities authorized by the Ministry of Education to open up to the
outside world. Since 1978, NJNU has established ties of academic exchange and cooperation with 44
overseas universities and institutes. Since then, over 6,000 overseas students have studied or received
in-service training at NJNU, which provides a comprehensive range of Mandarin language courses for
students of all levels.
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Guilin
Former U.S. President Richard Nixon once said,

“I have visited more than 80 countries and over 100 cit-
ies. I have found that no city can surpass the beauty of
Guilin. Guilin is really a bright pearl in China.” A distant
cry from the concrete jungles of Beijing and Shanghai,
Guilin is a breathtaking city to behold. With its beauti-
ful natural scenery and picturesque landscapes, Guilin
has served as a muse for Chinese poets and painters for
thousands of years, long before it inspired such praise
from President Nixon.
Guilin, formerly known as Guizhou is situated on the west
bank of the Li River in southern China’s Guangxi province.
Its name means ‘Forest of Sweet Osmanthus’ due to the
abundant Sweet Osmanthus trees that grow throughout
the city. In 1981, this ancient city was one of four Chinese
cites chosen by the State Council to be designated for
preservation of natural scenery, as well as historical and
cultural heritage.
four lakes. Strolling down the city centre at night during
Guilin is a tourist city, home to 1.34 million people and the summer months is a must-see experience. The city
several of China’s ethnic minority tribes such as the Miao, refuses to sleep with its night markets selling all kinds
Zhuang, and Dong. It is much less crowded than the big of trinkets, gifts and food to tourists and locals alike set
cities, but Guilin really comes alive during the summer against the shadowy backdrop of the hills, mountains
months with the buzz of tourists from all over the world and shimmering lakes. The side street food vendors and
clamoring for a glimpse of Guilin’s magnificent scenery. restaurants all sell their take on the renowned Guilin
The town centre itself is surrounded by two rivers and rice noodles traditionally eaten with horse meat or the
Guilin inspires
the mind and
fires the soul.
Studying in Guilin
Guanxi Normal University
Guangxi Normal University (GXNU) was
established on October 12, 1932, as a teachers’
college and has grown to become a fully-accredited,
comprehensive university. GXNU offers many
basic and applied disciplines of liberal arts, natural
sciences and teacher education programs. GXNU is
divided into two campuses: Wang Cheng Campus,
in the center of the city at the former site of Jingjiang
Princes’ Mansion of the Ming Dynasty, and Yu Cai
Campus, in the Qixing Hi-Tech Development Zone.
Currently, the university consists of 14 colleges
and schools, six teaching departments, five
instructional centers, an educational technology
center, 20 research institutes, two affiliated
high schools, and an experimental kindergarten.
The university offers over 60 junior college and
undergraduate programs, 25 higher vocational
programs, and 33 Master’s degree programs. GXNU
combines academic excellence with a welcoming
atmosphere. Its strong commitment to teaching
and learning methods encourages students to
develop independence and self-direction while still
receiving abundant support from faculty and staff.
zhong zi dumplings made with mung bean

and glutinous rice bound in a banana or
bamboo leaf.
The city is also the starting point for cruises

on the Li River, usually headed toward the
once sleepy fishing town of Yangshuo,
which now derives much of its income from
tourists there to see cormorant fishing; an
old technique in which trained cormorant
birds tied to boats dive into lakes to bring
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fish for their masters. It is also here that

the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill - the scenic
image which appears on the back of the 20
Yuan note - Can be found.
Guilin has served as inspiration to

countless scholars, artists and romantics.
Follow in their footsteps and see China
through their eyes. What better way to
study than with Mother Nature on your
doorstep? Be awestruck by one of the
most beautiful places in China. From
breathtaking mountains, hills, and rivers to
caves and miles of unspoiled scenery, let
Guilin inspire the mind and fire the soul.
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GUANGZHOU
With a myriad of names such as The Flower City, Five Rams City, or China’s Southern Gateway, Guangzhou is more
commonly known as Canton in the West. The capital of Guangdong province, Guangzhou is where Cantonese and Man-
darin culture, language and foods converge. Located on the Pearl River, this port city bustling with life and full of energy
is an excellent introduction to mainland China.
Guangzhou’s history dates as far back as 214 BC, when the small city of Panyu was built where Guangzhou now stands.
Archaeological discoveries suggest that Panyu was involved in international sea trade as early as 206 BC, when Panyu
became the capital of the kingdom of Nanyue. It remained a major trade destination throughout all the imperial dynasties, and
Guangzhou is where Cantonese & Mandarin
culture, language, and foods converge.
was the starting point for the Silk Road of the Sea during the Tang Dynasty. Even when
China shut its doors to all outside contact under Mao Zedong, Guangzhou still held its
famous, invitation only, Canton Trade Fair. During the 16th century, Guangzhou hosted a
Portuguese settlement and later expelled them to the island of Macao. Despite this, the
city maintained a thriving trade with the Portuguese, and by the end of the 17th century,
had a port commerce bustling with Dutch, Spanish, Indian and British traders. In the
18th century, Guangzhou was named one of the world’s great trading ports, leading to
its distinction as one of the top three cities in the world until the outbreak of the Opium
Wars. Guangzhou has also been host to numerous revolutionary movements, including
housing the first president of the Republic of China, Sun Yat-Sen during his battles with
warlords, and fostering the fledgling Communist movement and its prominent leaders
in their early stages.
Located only 1 ½ hours by train from Hong Kong, this city’s prime location has made
it one of mainland China’s top ranking commercial and manufacturing regions. As one
of China’s most affluent cities, Guangzho’s development and public services are new,
well funded and convenient. Beneath this veneer of a new and westernizing city lies
a commitment and appreciation of the magnificent history to which locals lay claim.
Visit the Temple of Six Banyan Trees and stand where the famous poet Su Shi of the Song Dynasty once wrote, or explore the
Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, said to rival the Ming tombs of Beijing. For a break from the crowded streets of downtown,
visit the island of Shamian, once the foreign concession of Guangzhou, or for a deeper understanding of Western repression,
visit the Guangzhou City Museum located in verdant Yuexi park.
Guangzhou has a population reaching roughly 8.5 million, making it the third most populated city in China. With so many
mouths to feed, Guangzhou is known for its excellent cuisine. Most famous of all is its legendary dim sum, known as yam cha,
which can be found throughout the city. The Guangzhou cuisine is not limited to Cantonese food, also offering a veritable
smorgasbord of different Chinese, Asian and European restaurants. However, it would be ill advised to stick to restaurants, as
the street food is also delicious and provides a wonderful opportunity to chat with the locals.
Studying in Guangzhou
Guangzhou University
Guangzhou University (GU) was founded as a multi-disciplinary institution on July 11, 2000 by merging several tertiary
institutions. While the undergraduate program remains the dominant part of its operation, GU is fully committed to
consolidating and expanding its postgraduate programs and international students program. GU has so far established
cooperative relationships with a wide range of universities and academic institutions in such countries as the USA, Australia,
France, Russia, South Korea, Japan, and regions like Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macao. GU is now fully committed to the mission
of developing itself into a modern, comprehensive and well-known university with a focus on teaching and research. With
that in mind, GU has created several language programs, from short term courses to full degree programs.
South China Normal University

South China Normal University (SCNU) is active in
international cultural and academic exchange, with its
advantage of being close to Hong Kong and Macao as
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well as its strength in teacher education. Links have been

established with over 50 universities in over 20 countries
such as the United States, the UK, France, and Japan. Joint
research projects are conducted with many companies,
government sectors, and the army. Great achievements
have been made in cooperation with universities and
research institutions in Hong Kong , Macao and Taiwan.
SCNU is a renowned location for teaching Chinese as a
foreign language. It is also a national base for the training of
teachers in high schools and primary schools in Hong Kong
and Macao. An astounding 70% of the teachers in the high
schools, primary schools and kindergartens of Macao were
educated and trained at SCNU.
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Chengdu
In a country advancing towards moderni-

ty while holding on to a millennia’s worth of tradition,
Chengdu may be the most prototypical Chinese city of
all. The capital city of Sichuan Province, Chengdu offers
far more than just its well-known panda inhabitants. The
province was named Sichuan, which means “four rivers,”
because China’s four most important rivers flow through
the province’s landscape. Like a bridge connecting the
future and past, Chengdu comfortably straddles the two
competing forces of tradition and modernity.
With a population reaching towards 13 million, Chengdu

is the nation’s 4th largest city but still a step behind the
more economically advanced coastal cities. However, this
landlocked city is emerging as the financial capital of western
China with significant investment from HSBC, Citigroup,
Standard Chartered, and more. Chengdu is not immune
Chengdu is an exciting blend of China's
past and present.
to signs of westernization, such as neon-lit malls and
skyscrapers. Yet, Chengdu houses more teahouses than
any other city in China, double that of Shanghai despite
having half the population. Nonetheless, this beautifully
forested city, often shrouded in mist, allows students
to experience a traditional Chinese township with the
comforts of a major metropolitan city. This factor is not
lost on the Chinese, who regularly rank Chengdu among
China’s top four most “livable cities.”
While the Sichuan Province is held in high regard for its

contributions to Chinese culture -- Marco Polo went so
far as to call Chengdu “China’s Paris” -- its most famous
export is its fiery cuisine. One would be hard pressed
to find a major boulevard in any of China’s major cities
lacking a Sichuan restaurant. A common saying among
the Chinese is, “Shi zai Zhongguo, wei zai Sichuan,” which
translates as, “China is the place for food, but Sichuan is the place for flavor.” As the progenitor of the ubiquitous “la” and
“ma” Chinese flavors (spicy and numb), Sichuan’s famous dishes include: “gong bao ji ding” (imperial chicken), “hui guo
rou” (returned to the wok meat), “ma po dou fu” (pock-marked Grandmother Chen’s spicy tofu), “huo guo” (fiery hot pot
soup), “dan dan mien” (carrying pole noodles), and “mayi shang su” (ants climbing a tree noodles). If you think the names
are interesting, wait until you try the food!
For those less inclined to setting their tongues aflame,

Chengdu still has much to offer. Its most famous residents
are China’s celebrated Giant Pandas, which inhabit the
mountain ranges of Sichuan. Located 10 kilometers north
of the city limits, the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base
holds nearly 50 pandas and works tirelessly at increasing
the nearly extinct population. The center’s recent success
was much publicized on YouTube when a record 12 baby
pandas were born in 2006. Once in a blue moon, visitors
willing to pay extortionate rates are even allowed to take
photographs with the lovable giants. Students in the CSA
program sometimes travel to Chengdu with the sole
purpose of seeing the pandas up close and personal.
Studying in Chengdu allows a unique opportunity to see

a Chinese city that comfortably integrates modernity
with tradition. While Chengdu’s High-tech Industrial
Development Zone is highlighted by companies such as Intel, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia, and IBM, on every street one can
still find traditional wooden houses, hundreds of bicycles, mahjong tables, roosters running wild, temples galore, and not a
McDonald’s in sight. Whenever their Eastern neighbors unfairly stereotype them as lazy, the Sichuanese argue that they just
enjoy life more in the land of the four rivers.
Studying in Chengdu
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Sichuan University
Sichuan University (SCU) has the widest coverage of disciplines and the largest operating scale in western China. The
university enjoys a long history, with glorious traditions, and was one of the earliest institutes of higher learning in China,
dating back to its origins as the Sichuan Chinese and Western School, established in 1896. This school’s tradition is directly
descended from Jinjiang Shuyuan and Zunjing Shuyuan, both centers of classical learning and set up in 1704 and 1875
respectively.
SCU is also a pioneer of modern Chinese higher education. Through the nationwide adjustment of colleges and departments,
SCU grew out to be a dominant comprehensive university in literature, historiography, religion, math, biology, etc after the
People’s Republic of China was set up. In 1958, it was the only university outside of Beijing that was identified by the Central
Government as a university directly under State administration to be used as a model for others.
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lhasa, tibet
Lhasa, the provincial and ancient capitAl of Tibet, is one

of the most storied cities in all of China. It is the traditional home of
Tibetan Buddhism, and called home by wandering Tibetan nomads
who have survived millennia traipsing across the “roof of the world”
-- the Tibetan Plateau. As the highest region in the world, the aver-
age elevation of the plateau is 16,000 feet (4,900 meters). Lhasa
itself is nestled at the basin of the Nyainqentanglha Mountains. At
3,650 meters (11,975 feet) above sea level, the capital city of the Ti-
betan Autonomous Region is one of the highest cities on the planet.
Considered the holy center of Tibet, thousands of Buddhist pilgrims
each year find their way to the city to circumambulate the sacred
temples, make countless prostrations, light special yak butter can-
dles, and pray.
With towering mountains and rocky valleys, sparkling lakes and muddy
rivers, and glaciers hovering above grasslands dotted by yurts, the
Lhasa is the spiritual center of Tibetan
Buddhism.
Tibetan plateau offers some of the world’s most breathtaking views. Until
recently, the scenery was exclusively reserved for Tibetan nomads and the
few willing to brave icy mountain passes. With the completion of the Qinghai-
Tibet railway in July 2006, Tibet has been opened up for tourism and economic
expansion. The railway itself is a monumental feat of engineering, recording the
highest track in the world, the highest railway tunnel, and over half of its track
is laid out on permafrost, which must be painstakingly temperature controlled
for safety. With its highest point reaching 16,440 feet (5,072 meters), the train
is equipped with oxygen masks and its cabins are specially protected from UV
rays. For precaution, all passengers must submit health registration cards.
Throughout history, various governing entities have vied for power over Tibet.
As a result, Lhasa has become a rich repository of religious, political and
cultural heritage. At the heart of the city lies the iconic Potala Palace. Once the
traditional home of the Dalai Lama, it is now a destination for both pilgrims and
tourists. Dating from the 17th century, this magnificent structure rises out of
the Marpo Ri Hill overlooking the city. The now partially-converted museum of
Tibetan Buddhist shrines, statues and artifacts also offers a spectacular view
of the city and surrounding mountains. The nearby Johkang Temple sits at the
heart of the Old City. The temple commemorates the first Tibetan Emperor
to convert to Buddhism and is surrounded by the narrow, winding path of the
Barkhor, a colorful and busy street that passes through the Old City.
Just a short trip outside the city reveals more wonders. The nearby Nam-tso Lake (“Heavenly Lake”) is the highest saltwater
lake in the world at 4500 meters. A beautiful sight in and of itself, visitors may also ride a yak or explore nearby Buddhist
shrines. Several monasteries are within a day’s trip or less from Lhasa, including the famous Drepung Monastery, considered
one of the most important monasteries in Tibetan Buddhism and once housing as many as 7,700 monks.
More than just a location for those interested in Tibetan history and culture, Lhasa is also a city for those interested in
learning Chinese in an environment of change and excitement. Students at Tibet University are also offered the unique
opportunity of enrolling in Tibetan language and culture classes. With the large influx of Chinese immigrants and the
increased tourism of the last several years, Lhasa is a city in transition – the possibilities for learning and research increase
with each moment. Students interested in studying in Tibet must apply far in advance as there are special restrictions and
tourists visas must be prepared. Program availability is highly variable; please inquire for current status.
Studying in Tibet
Tibet University
Tibet University (TU) has been actively involved in the
scientific research programs of both China and the Tibet
Autonomous Region. Many prizes have been rewarded for
scientific achievements in the field of Tibetan research,
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including the collating of folk music, developments in

Tibetan Arts, the observation and research of cosmic rays,
the development and use of natural resources, and Tibetan
demography.
The school has had excellent results in developing relations

with the outside world. TU has ongoing relations with 10
foreign institutes of higher education. Many teachers have
been sent for training abroad and foreign experts and
academics have been invited to teach at the school. Foreign
students have been admitted for enrollment since 1993.
Because of its unique location and commitment to higher learning, TU has excellent conditions for the study of Tibetan
language training and customs, available since 1999. Foreign students are also accepted for study in the Tibetan Music
and Tibetan Art programs.
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Fees For the up to date prices and deadlines for all cities and programs, please check the China Study Abroad
website at www.chinastudyabroad.org, or inquire at info chinastudyabroad.org for more information.
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TSINGHUA UNIVERSITY 1 semester 1 semester 1 year 1 year
Program Type Standard Intensive Standard Intensive

Campus Dorms - Econo Double $4,410 $5,550 $9,350 $11,400
Campus Dorms - Single $6,595 $7,665 $11,790 $13,930
Campus Dorms - Double $5,230 $6,300 $9,335 $11,475
Luxury Apartments - Private $9,705 $10,775 $17,385 $19,525
Luxury Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $7,920 $8,990 $14,185 $16,325
Luxury Apartments - 3 BR $7,275 $8,345 $13,020 $15,160
Standard Apartments - Private $8,170 $9,240 $14,625 $16,765
Standard Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $6,650 $7,720 $11,790 $13,930
Standard Apartments - 3 BR $5,995 $7,065 $10,745 $12,885
Hotel - Single $10,900 $11,970 $19,540 $21,680
Hotel - Double $8,905 $9,975 $15,945 $18,085
Homestay $6,610 $7,680 $11,810 $13,950
Apartment with Chinese Roommate $7,535 $8,605 $13,480 $15,620
Peking University 1 Semester 1 Semester 1 Year 1 Year
Program Type Standard Intensive Standard Intensive

Campus Dorms - Econo Double $4,550 $5,690 $7,960 $10,040
Campus Dorms - Single $7,045 $8,115 $12,690 $14,830
Campus Dorms - Double $5,680 $6,750 $10,235 $12,375
Luxury Apartments - Private $10,155 $11,225 $18,285 $20,425
Luxury Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $8,370 $9,440 $15,085 $17,225
Luxury Apartments - 3 BR $7,725 $8,795 $13,920 $16,060
Standard Apartments - Private $8,620 $9,690 $15,525 $17,665
Standard Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $7,095 $8,165 $12,690 $14,830
Standard Apartments - 3 BR $6,465 $7,535 $11,645 $13,785
Hotel - Single $11,350 $12,420 $20,340 $22,480
Hotel - Double $9,355 $10,425 $16,485 $18,985
Homestay $7,050 $8,120 $12,695 $14,835
Apartment with Chinese Roommate $7,985 $9,055 $14,380 $16,520
BLCU 4 Week 4 Week 5 Week 5 Week 6 Week 6 Week 8 Week 8 Week
Program Type Standard Intensive Standard Intensive Standard Intensive Standard Intensive
Campus Dorms - Econo Double $2,015 $2,230 $2,150 $2,400 $2,410 $2,710 $3,120 $3,520
Campus Dorms - Single $2,365 $2,580 $2,685 $2,955 $2,935 $3,255 $4,095 $4,525
Campus Dorms - Double $2,025 $2,240 $2,235 $2,505 $2,415 $2,735 $3,400 $3,830
Luxury Apartments - Private N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $5,295 $5,825
Luxury Apartments - 2 BR or Suite N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $4,505 $5,170
Luxury Apartments - 3 BR N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $4,270 $4,850
Standard Apartments - Private $3,495 $3,710 $3,695 $3,965 $3,795 $4,115 $4,685 $5,115
Standard Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $3,095 $3,310 $3,245 $3,515 $3,345 $3,665 $3,945 $4,375
Standard Apartments - 3 BR $2,795 $3,010 $2,995 $3,265 $3,095 $3,415 $3,640 $4,170
Hotel - Single $3,525 $3,740 $4,095 $4,365 $4,395 $4,715 $6,255 $6,685
Hotel - Double $3,475 $3,690 $3,895 $4,165 $4,195 $4,515 $5,915 $6,345
Homestay $2,465 $2,680 $2,785 $3,055 $3,085 $3,405 $4,585 $5,015
Apartment with Chinese Roommate $3,445 $3,660 $3,545 $3,815 $3,395 $3,715 $4,900 $5,330

BLCU 12 Week 12 Week Semester Semester Year Year
Program Type Standard Intensive Standard Intensive Standard Intensive

Campus Dorms - Econo Double $3,490 $4,070 $4,540 $5,680 $7,900 $10,000
Campus Dorms - Single $4,375 $5,020 $5,995 $7,025 $10,555 $12,695
Campus Dorms - Double $3,525 $4,170 $4,655 $5,725 $8,915 $11,055
Luxury Apartments - Private $7,295 $7,940 $9,260 $10,330 $16,585 $18,725
Luxury Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $5,795 $6,440 $7,560 $8,630 $13,535 $15,675
Luxury Apartments - 3 BR $5,095 $5,740 $6,945 $8,015 $12,425 $14,565
Standard Apartments - Private $5,670 $6,315 $7,795 $8,865 $13,955 $16,095
Standard Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $4,795 $5,440 $6,295 $7,365 $11,255 $13,395
Standard Apartments - 3 BR $4,340 $4,985 $5,745 $6,815 $10,265 $12,405
Hotel - Single $7,665 $8,310 $10,395 $11,465 $18,635 $20,775
Hotel - Double $6,395 $7,040 $8,495 $9,565 $15,215 $17,355
Homestay $4,685 $5,330 $6,295 $7,365 $11,255 $13,395
Apartment with Chinese Roommate $5,880 $6,525 $7,190 $8,260 $12,865 $15,005
Fudan UNIVERSITY 1 Semester 1 Semester 4 Weeks 4 Weeks 1 Year 1 Year

Campus Dorms - Econo Double $4,160 $5,300 $2,015 $2,150 $7,650 $9,850
Campus Dorms - Double $4,245 $5,315 $2,025 $2,240 $7.745 $9,885
Luxury Apartments - Private $7,660 $8,730 N/A N/A $14,750 $16,890
Luxury Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $6,390 $7,460 N/A N/A $12,200 $14,340
Luxury Apartments - 3 BR $6,240 $7,310 N/A N/A $11,995 $14,135
Standard Apartments - Private $6,480 $7,550 $3,150 $3,365 $12,,225 $14,365
Standard Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $5,425 $6,495 $2,730 $2,945 $10.500 $12,640
Hotel - Single $9,490 $10,560 $3,265 $3,480 $18,230 $20,370
Hotel - Double $7,980 $9,050 $3,175 $3,390 $15,365 $17,505
Homestay $5,865 $6,935 $2,365 $2,580 $11,340 $13.480
JIAOTONG UNIVERSITY 1 Semester 1 Semester 5 Weeks 5 Weeks 1 Year 1 Year

Campus Dorms - Econo Double $4,165 $5,705 N/A N/A $7,950 $9,950
Campus Dorms - Double $4,430 $5,500 $2,860 $3,130 $8,610 $10,750
Luxury Apartments - Private $7,950 $9,050 N/A N/A $15,300 $17,440
Luxury Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $6,525 $7,595 N/A N/A $12,590 $14,730
Luxury Apartments - 3 BR $6,320 $7,390 N/A N/A $12,100 $14,240
Standard Apartments - Private $6,640 $7,710 $3,490 $3,760 $12,810 $14,950
Standard Apartments - 2 BR or Suite $5,710 $6,780 $3,290 $3,560 $11,040 $13,180
Hotel - Single $9,790 $10,860 $3,970 $4,240 $18,800 $20,940
Hotel - Double $8,185 $9,255 $3,560 $3,830 $15,750 $17,890
Homestay $6,570 $7,640 $3,330 $3,600 $12,680 $14,820
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Dates
Semester Starting Dates Semester Ending Dates Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Tsinghua University Early September Mid January May 30th June 6th
Early February Late June December 30th January 7th
Peking Univerity Early September Mid January April 1st April 8th
Early February Late June November 1st December 8th
BLCU Late February Early July January 31st January 31st
Early September Mid July June 30th July 7th
4 Week Starting Dates 4 Week Ending Dates Application Deadline Payment Deadline
BLCU Late February Late March February 10th February 15th

Late June Late July May 10th May 17th
Late July Late August June 15th June 22nd
Early August Late August June 30th July 7th
BLCU Early July Late August May 31st June 7th
BLCU Late March Mid June February 10th February 17th

Early September Late November June 30th July 7th
Year Starting Dates Year Ending Dates Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Tsinghua University Early September Late June May 30th June 6th
Early February Mid January December 30th January 7th
Peking Univerity Early September Late June April 1st April 8th
Early February Mid January November 1st December 8th
BLCU Late February Early January January 31st January 31st

Early September Early July June 30th July 7th
BLCU Mid July Late August June 15th June 22nd
Early December Mid January October 28th November 4th
BLCU Late June Late August May 10th May 17th
Semester Starting Dates Semester Ending Dates Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Fudan University Mid February Mid July December 20th December 30th
Early September Mid January May 10th May 18th
Jiaotong University Late February Mid July January 31st January 31st
Early September Mid January May 10th May 18th
Year Starting Dates Year Ending Dates Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Fudan University Late February Mid January December 20th December 30th
Early September Mid June May 10th May 18th
Jiaotong University Late February Mid January January 31st January 31st
Early September Late June May 10th May 18th
Fudan University Early July Early August June 4th June 12th
Early August Late August July 1st July 8th
5 Week Starting Date 5 Week Ending Date Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Jiaotong University Mid July Late August June 10th June 18th

EXPLANATION OF FEES
China Study Abroad’s all inclusive programs offer a wide range of services. Your one time program fee pays for all of the
services that extend throughout your stay. Below is a detailed explanation of how your program fees are used by CSA.
(For an itemized list of inclusions, please see the “All-Inclusive Programs” on page 5.)
Personalized dental and emergency services. For the participant’s city of study, but rest
Predeparture Advising more information please see: www. assured, that all places of interest in the
Your CSA program advisor will personally chinastudyabroad.org/insurance.aspx. surrounding area will be included as well
attend to your needs as soon as we have as exhibitions such as the Peking Opera
received your application. Each one of Program Orientation or Chinese Acrobatics. On top of these
our advisors has lengthy experience Upon arrival in their city of study, all tours, there will also be social events
studying and traveling in China and is students on the CSA program will including banquets, bar nights, karaoke
adequately prepared to deal with all of receive a detailed orientation, airport nights, and much more. Besides these
your questions. Moreover, our advisors pick up, a welcome pack and a welcome fun events, there will also be educational
are in constant communication with our dinner. Included in the welcome pack is lectures and workshops on different
staff in China in order to gather specific a local guidebook, local map, orientation aspects of Chinese life and culture.
information regarding your more detailed packet, mobile phone, and directions
questions. Our program advisors are in case of emergency. Participants will Returning Home
also capable of addressing any academic benefit from the considerable knowledge All program participants are guaranteed
requests, including financial aid, credit of the CSA staff. a final airport drop-off, but CSA services
transfer, and transcripts. do not end there. CSA alumni still benefit
24-hour Service from advising about credit transfers,
Visa Advising Staff members are available 24 hours- transcripts, and future studying abroad
The cost of a visa to China is approximately a-day to attend to your personal needs. opportunities. Moreover, CSA alumni
$100 USD. This fee is not included in your CSA will be your “eyes and ears” in have access to the many benefits of
total program fee because the amount is China, smoothing your transition into the www.chinastudyabroad.org website
directly paid to the government of the this foreign country and allowing your including forums, blogs, interactive
People’s Republic of China, however, attention to be focused on your studies. language learning software, and
your CSA program advisor will provide These services include internship, networking. Also, CSA gladly provides
step-by-step instructions to ensure your volunteer, and teaching placement, any necessary referrals for a participant’s
entrance into China. Also, our CSA staff as well as access to the CSA student future opportunities in China.
in China will address and assist with any lounge where available. Also, if you
visa extensions or changes that must be decide to do any additional touring while
dealt with during your length of stay. in China, CSA staff will be happy to help
you arrange your travel and help you
Tuition and Fees purchase any necessary tickets or find
Once you have paid your program accommodations.
fee, CSA takes care of all necessary
registration, tuition, and campus fees. Pre-arranged Housing
CSA even pays for your textbooks. Weeks before you even arrive in China,
Dealing with big university bureaucracy your housing will be prepared for your
is difficult enough in English, let alone in immediate habitation as soon as you
a foreign language. CSA takes the hassle arrive at the airport. Rest assured that
out of applying and paying for school. you will have a comfortable bed waiting
You just have to attend class and start for you after your flight, which will be your
learning! bed for your remaining time in China.
Moreover, your living arrangements
Health Insurance will match the exact specifications of
All major universities in China require your chosen accommodation while also
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proof of medical coverage. Participants being a reasonable distance from your

in all CSA programs longer than 4 school of study.
weeks are insured by the internationally
recognized InterGlobal “Student Care” Activities
Health and Travel Insurance. This wide- Program participants will be regularly
ranging service includes travel insurance invited to fun activities, at no additional
in case of losses during travel such as costs, including excursions to local
money, luggage, and documents, as well spots of cultural and historic value.
as diverse medical coverage including These excursions vary based upon
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scholarship information
One of the primary functions at China Study Abroad is to provide an opportunity for students
from all over the world to study and live in China. We understand that studying abroad can
sometimes be an experience bestowed mainly upon the more privileged, which is why we
guarantee the lowest rates and the same, or typically higher, level of service as our competitors.
However, financial difficulties may still arise for some of our potential students. In fear that
we may be neglecting those that are academically deserving of this experience but lacking
the financial means, China Study Abroad offers a “need-based” scholarship. This grant of
$1000 for Summer and Semester programs or $2000 for yearlong programs is available
only to applicants of the China Study Abroad program who have excelled academically in
the face of financial limitations. To further offset financial burden, China Study Abroad also
offers free teacher placement to any scholarship student wishing to find employment.
To apply for the China Study Abroad scholarship, one must apply to the China Study Abroad
program, pay the program application fee AND fill out the attached scholarship form including
the Statement of Intent and Personal Essay. (Please send email submissions to admission@
chinastudyabroad.org). Alongside this application, we request that you have your most recent
official academic transcript, be it high school or college, mailed by your institution to:
CHINA STUDY ABROAD BEIJING OFFICE

Hua Qing Gardens, Bldg. #18, 2-201
Cheng Fu Road, Wu Dao Kou
Haidian District, Beijing, China 100083
Scholarships are highly competitive and will be accepted on a rolling basis. Applications will not
be considered until all forms are received. If the student demonstrates sufficient financial need,
he/she may request an application fee waiver.

scholarship application
Name: _____________________________________________________________ Date of Birth: ____________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Phone No.: ____________________________________ E-mail: _______________________________________
Most Recent Academic Institution: __________________________________________________________________
Institution Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
Field of Study: __________________________________ Dates Attended (Month and Year): ___________________
Level of Education Completed: ____________________________________________ Cumulative GPA: __________
Languages Spoken:
1. ___________________ (Native, Fluent, Conversational) 2. ___________________ (Native, Fluent, Conversational)
3. ___________________ (Native, Fluent, Conversational) 4. ___________________ (Native, Fluent, Conversational)
Please answer both essay prompts and attach them alongside your application.
1. Statement of Intent (900 – 1,000 words)

What are your specific reasons for wanting to study in China? How have your past experiences helped shape this decision? And,
how do you plan to make the most of this experience if you do receive this grant?
For students more creatively inclined, China Study Abroad also encourages original video submissions that address the prompt
of the statement of intent. These videos should be under ten minutes and uploaded to a video sharing site such as YouTube or
Google Video, to which the student can send an online link to the admissions panel.
2. Personal Essay (500 – 600 words)

Please describe in detail any financial or personal difficulties you have faced in your lifetime that have been a hindrance to your
academic and/or social development.
I, __________________________________________, do hereby confirm any and all statements provided in the attached
essays and above-answered questions to be true. If at a later date, any falsifications are found, I revoke my right to the scholarship
and all application fees.
Signature: __________________________________________________________ Date:___________________

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Giving back
China Study Abroad is committed to providing educational opportunities for Chinese students as well as international
students. Each year CSA allocates a portion of its budget and resources to improving education in rural China. CSA’s
efforts fall into three major categories: donations, volunteer work, and development.
Donations needs remain facility upgrades and School in Golog, which promotes
The largest problem when it comes to education supplies. Due to its location community and cultural awareness.
global education is a lack of funding. To on the frigid Tibetan Plateau, one As an area of ongoing ethnic and
combat this, CSA sends a percentage of the orphanage’s most egregious religious tension between the Hui
of its yearly profits directly to rural expenses is heating costs. people, Tibetans and Han Chinese,
schools and orphanages in China. Golog is in desperate need of such
The most recent beneficiaries of the Other schools that have benefitted a community center. Founded and
charity was the Golog Orphanage in from the CSA volunteer and charity overseen by famed human rights
Qinghai Province. trips include the Zixing Elementary activist Wenzhou Hou, the school
School in Hunan Province as well as is in its opening stages. Funded
Recently founded in 2004, the the Shilin Boarding School of Yunnan entirely by donations from CSA, the
orphanage takes in children regardless Province. For photographs, videos community school admits students
of ethnicity, gender, and religious and more information please see the regardless of age, gender, ethnicity,
affiliation. Because of its location on CSA website. and religion. The school teaches
the Tibetan Plateau, the vast majority basic classes in literacy, hygiene, and
of students are Tibetan who were Volunteering arts while also promoting ideas of
either abandoned by their parents or CSA also works with various cross-cultural collaboration entirely
had parents unable to care for them. organizations to send volunteers to free of charge. The goals of the
The Golog Orphanage was founded rural schools throughout China. All community school are to promote
by a Tibetan from the region who CSA students have the opportunity community awareness and provide
was also an orphan who raised funds to volunteer in rural schools on the upward mobility for community
after immigrating to Europe. Children CSA Bi-annual Volunteer Trip. (For members lacking fundamental life
of the orphanage are guaranteed more information see “Volunteering” and working skills.
college funding if admitted, which is on page 26). CSA staff members
not an easy task for children in this also work with these schools to CSA hopes that the Golog Community
poverty-stricken area. develop their volunteering programs, School is the first of many community
infrastructure, and publicity. centers initiated by the efforts of CSA
CSA has made multiple donations and its constituents, galvanizing its
to the orphanage, including school Development lofty ideals of a truly global education.
supplies, clothing, toys, and sporting CSA’s primary charitable focus is its For more information on the school
goods. While the orphanage is development of community schools and updates from the headmaster
currently building bigger and better in impoverished areas. Our current Wenzhou Hou, please check the CSA
facilities, the orphanage’s largest project is the CSA Community website for her blog.
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student feedback
Anna Maitland & Abigail Ko Liana Sun & Connie Chen
Noah Meyerson Rebecca Wirakesuma
Ye-mong To Mike Antoniuk
Matthew T. McDonald Lynn Nguy & Jessica Martin Arielle Sadan

“To the China Study Abroad Staff: Thanks for assisting me and helping me adjust to the way of life in Beijing. I really ap-
preciate all your effort to make the students of your program feel comfortable during their stay here.”
— Abigail Ko, 22 • Undergraduate • Manila, Philippines • Semester Mandarin Studies
“Before starting the CSA program, I had already come to Beijing once for a shorter, month long program organized by an-
other company. My experience up until now with CSA has been much better than my previous one. From the responsive-
ness and professionalism of CSA staff to the variety of interesting programs that CSA offers, I have been very impressed
with the program and would certainly recommend CSA to anyone wanting to optimize their time here in Beijing.”
— Noah Meyerson, 24 • Professional • San Diego, U.S.A. • Tsinghua University M.B.A. Program
“My experience with CSA was super amazing! Overall I thoroughly enjoyed myself. The coordinators did a wonderful
job of making sure new participants felt included and at home. After we got the ball rolling we had no trouble at all at
making friends and enjoying ourselves, while learning basics in the Chinese Language.”
— Liana Sun, 19 • Santa Monica, California • Summer Study and Travel Program
“Of all the different places that I have traveled to and lived in, I was most nervous about coming to China. The combina-
tion of not being confident in my Chinese abilities and my concerns about the logistics of life in a foreign country with a
foreign bureaucracy was very daunting (not to mention my parents’ enthusiasm about expressing their many concerns
about my stay here). So, when my Chinese professor at university told me about how CSA takes care of many of the
overwhelming tasks involved with coming to China, I was both excited and relieved. I still think that working with CSA
to come to China was the best decision I could have made.”
— Rebecca Wirakesuma, 22 • Surabaya, Indonesia
“Leaving CSA to take care of finding an apartment, university enrollment, and much of the visa application process
allowed me to focus on enjoying my experience in China and improving my Chinese. On top of that, I have met so many
friends through CSA’s social gatherings and outings (which include but are not limited to going to the Great Wall,
Summer Palace, Chinese Opera, and riding dangerously fast and unsteady rickshaws through Beijing’s alleyways).
Probably the biggest advantage of signing up with CSA is the peace of mind that I have—I know that if I get sick, or am
in an accident, or there is a problem with school or my visa, the wonderful people at CSA know what to do and will help
me to resolve the problem quickly and painlessly!”
— Ye-mong To, 24 • Eastbourne, England • Intensive Mandarin Study
“I am sad to be leaving China, as the last two weeks passed quickly and there is so much more to see and learn. The
CSA staff worked hard at helping me learn Mandarin Chinese, setting up tours, helping me with day-to-day living, but
especially with making me feel welcome and seeing the authentic China! My biggest regret is not having more time
to learn and visit. Having a one-on-one tutor was priceless as they worked on my phonetics and grammar structure. I
would recommend learning and visiting China with CSA to others!”
— Mike Antoniuk, 48 Alberta, Canada, Short Term Mandarin Study
“The service was great. I always felt that I was a phone call away from the staff. They consistently responded to my
needs and questions with haste and the utmost courtesy.”
— Matthew T. McDonald, 30 • Graduate Student • Knoxville, U.S.A. • Summer Program
“The accommodations were really great, thanks for sorting out duvets, sheets etc., in the apartment, which was in
an awesome location, better than I’d expected. Even the hotels along the way traveling through China were so every
choice of accommodation throughout had a perfect location, with lots of do locally, and it’s also nice that you position
the students in the same or nearby apartment complexes, which made meeting easier and it gives you something to
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do if you’re bored.”
— Jessica Martin, 20 • Undergraduate • London, United Kingdom • Summer Study and Travel Program
“My third day, right before school started, I was on the phone with my parents at the welcome dinner, begging them
to let me go home, but when they refused over and over again, I insisted I would find a way out of China. Then, Laura,
a CSA representative, took me aside and gave me her number. It was all I needed to convince me to stay. That, and of
course a big hug from someone I had never met before. That someone turned out to be one of the nicest people I have
ever met, and he represented another diverse culture that CSA was able to attract. My summer with CSA was the best
of my life, and I hope to come back soon!”
— Arielle Sadan, 17 • High School • New York, U.S.A. • High School Program
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application procedure
1. Select your city 6. Pay program deposit and application fee

China Study Abroad offers study abroad programs in 13 Bank transfer, credit card, check, Google Checkout, or PayPal
of China’s most dynamic cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an, -- it’s up to you! Combining our online application with our
Kunming, Qingdao, Tianjin, Hangzhou, Dalian, Nanjing, convenient payment options, applicants can provide all of
Guilin, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Lhasa. No matter where their information and program fees at once, without the
you choose to study, CSA will provide everything you need need to mail or fax a single document.
to have an enjoyable and educational experience in China.
7. Send us your documentation
2. Select your program Depending upon your university of choice, we will require
With over 12 programs to choose from, you can find the study that you scan and email, or fax several documents to us
abroad experience that fits you perfectly. Study Mandarin for your university registration. These documents include
full time, combine your language studies with an internship, a passport-sized photograph, proof that you are a high
prepare for a career doing business in China, teach English, school graduate (such as a college transcript, high school
volunteer your time to help those less fortunate, train in or university diploma), a copy of your passport, and in some
martial arts, or customize your own program. No matter cases a teacher recommendation.
which you choose, you’re guaranteed CSA’s all-inclusive
services. 8. Apply for your Chinese Visa
Go to your local Chinese Embassy or Consulate (listed at
3. Select your university www.chinastudyabroad.org/consulates.aspx) and apply
With a selection of over 20 universities and private schools for a student or tourist visa. CSA will send your university
you are sure to find one that matches your needs and admission documents to you and advise you on all visa
interests. For more information, please see the university preparation. It is possible to have your tourist visa changed
descriptions in each city page and/or contact us at info@ to a student visa upon arrival in China. Alternatively, if you
chinastudyabroad.org for help finding the school most are unable to visit the embassy in person, visa services are
befitting your language learning needs. available. For more information check out our online visa
information page at www.chinastudyabroad.org/visaapp.
4. Select your accommodation aspx.
From a shared university dorm to private luxury apartments,
CSA can accommodate every need and taste. We also offer 9. Pay the remainder of your program cost
the option of homestay to maximize your language learning (if you haven’t already)
24 hours a day. Or, if you prefer not to live with a family, This should be the point where you make sure you have paid
you can choose our young Chinese professional homestay us the full cost of your program. This can be done via bank
option. Rest assured that all of our apartments, families and transfer, credit card, check, Google checkout, or PayPal.
individual roommates are pre-screened for suitability.
10. Purchase your ticket
5. Apply online or by fax The final step is to purchase your ticket. Please make sure
It takes only minutes to fill out our online application at you inform CSA of your travel details, so we can make sure
www.chinastudyabroad.org. Once received, we can secure to have someone to meet you at the airport and make certain
your place at the school of your choice and reserve your all other arrangements are in order. For more information
housing. If you’d like to send it through fax, please send the about finding a ticket to China see our online airfare page at
completed application form to 1-888-219-8597. Make sure (www.chinastudyabroad.org/airfare.aspx).
to include your contact information so that we can continue
the application process! Welcome to China!

China study abroad application
NAME
Last: (Surname) _____________________________ First: (Given) _________________________________________
Middle: ___________________________________ Title: __________________ Gender (circle one): Male or Female
CHINESE NAME (If you have one. If not, we will assign one to you.)
Characters:_________________________________ Pin Yin: ____________________________________________
PROGRAM
City: ______________________________________ University Applying for: ________________________________
Program Selection: ______________________________________________________________________________
Program Duration: ______________________________________________________________________________
Program Start Date: ___________________________ Program End Date: ____________________________________
Program Hours: ______________________________ Standard Intensive: ___________________________________
Program Code: (details) ___________________________________________________________________________
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation Choice: ________________________ Accommodation Start Date: _____________________________
Accommodation End Date: ______________________ Do You Smoke? (circle one): Yes or No
Do you prefer to live in a non-smoking room? (circle one): Yes or No or Doesn't Matter
CURRENT ADDRESS
Street/Apt.#: ____________________________________________________________ District:________________
City: ______________________________________ State/Province: ________________ Country: _______________
Zip/Postal Code: _____________________________
PERMANENT ADDRESS: Check if same as CURRENT ADDRESS
Street/Apt.#: ____________________________________________________________ District:________________
City: ______________________________________ State/Province: ________________ Country: _______________
Zip/Postal Code: _____________________________
TELEPHONE / FAX / E-MAIL:
Home Telephone (with country code): ___________________________ Work Telephone: _________________________
Fax: _________________________ Cell Phone: _________________ E-mail: ________________________________

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PERSONAL INFORMATION: (All information will be kept confidential. For more info see our privacy policy.)
Date of Birth: __________________ Age Range (circle one): Under 18 | 18-65 | Over 65
City of Birth: ___________________ Marital Status (circle one): Single or Married
Native Language: _________________________________________ Nationality (Passport Country): _______________
Country of Birth: Same as Nationality or, if not the same, please fill in: _________________________________________
Passport #: ____________________ Expiration Date: __________________________
ACADEMIC INFORMATION:
Educational Level: ________________________________ Current or Last School: _____________________________
Date you attended/completed most recent academic institution: _____________________________________________
EMPLOYMENT:
Occupation: ____________________________________ Current or Last Employer: ____________________________
Date you worked for most recent employer: _____________
MEDICAL CONDITIONS / DIETARY REQUIREMENTS:
Please tell us about any allergies, medications, chronic conditions etc.: ________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Please tell us about any special dietary requirements: Vegetarian, Vegan, Kosher, Muslim, etc.: _______________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT:
First Name (Given): ________________________________ Last Name (Surname): _____________________________
Relationship to Applicant: ________________ Occupation: ________________ Home Telephone: __________________
Employer: ____________________________ Work Telephone: __________________ Fax: _____________________
E-mail: ______________________________ Address: _________________________________________________
City: ___________________ State/Province: ___________ Country: __________________ Zip/Postal Code: ________
Will this person also serve as your financial guarantor in China (circle one): Yes or No
Name of Financial Guarantor, if different from Emergency Contact: ___________________________________________
Relationship to Applicant: ________________________________ Occupation: _______________________________
Home Telephone: ______________________________________ Employer: _________________________________
Work Telephone: ______________________________________ Fax: _____________________________________
E-mail: ___________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________
City: __________________ State/Province: _____________ Country: _______________ Zip/Postal Code: __________

CURRENT LEVEL OF MANDARIN CHINESE:
Have you previously studied the Chinese Mandarin language? (circle one): Yes or No
If yes, please state the name of the institution/school: ____________________________________________________
Hours Studied Per Week: _______ Level: _______ Approximately how many Simplified Characters do you know?: ________
Traditional Characters:________________ Other Chinese Dialects Known (circle one): Cantonese | Shanghainese | Other
Do you require an official Transcript for credit? (circle one): Yes or No
Are you receiving credit for this course from your university? (circle one): Yes or No
If yes, how many credit hours? _______
FOR MARTIAL ARTS ONLY:
List Preference of form(s) or style(s): _________________________________________________________________
Level and Years of Experience: _____________________________________________________________________
HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US:
Method: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Detail: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Have you participated in another China Study Abroad program before? (circle one): Yes or No
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
Please include any additional information you feel we should be aware of (i.e. Joint Application-state name of joint applicant;
special needs; other requests regarding accommodation etc.): _______________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT SIGNATURE:
I declare that: The above information provided and documents given in support of my Application are complete, true and correct. I
agree to abide by the laws of the People's Republic of China and agree not to engage in any illegal activities during my academic
pursuit in China. I have read and I accept China Study Abroad's Terms and Conditions for Program Participants. I agree to observe
and accept all Rules, Regulations and Conditions of the host schools / institutes / organizations. I have read and I accept the
Terms and Conditions for Insurance and Medical Membership.
Applicant signature Date of signature
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT OR PARENT (for ages 17 and under)
I agree with the declarations stated above (circle one): Yes or No
Applicant signature Date of signature
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Photos and Video Choosing where to study is a

big decision, and it’s hard to know what you’re getting
until you’ve arrived. At chinastudyabroad.org you can
see what we’re all about without leaving home! Check
out thousands of photos and videos of our current and
past students to see what life is like in China and the
kind of experiences you can expect if you join one of
our programs.
Community Join our Facebook group, read

student blogs and post questions to our forum. At
CSA we believe in the value of creating a community
of students, but we don’t wait until you’re in China.
Join Facebook to meet future classmates or find
people to room with, pose any questions you may
have to students and staff on our forum, and read the
blogs of past participants to get a better idea of what
life will be like in China through the experiences of
previous students. We also strive to create an alumni
network of past students in case you want to chat with
someone directly or forgot to get someone’s contact
info before heading home!
Payment Methods PayPal, Google Checkout,

Bank Transfer, Credit Card, Check, Money Order,
Western Union. If the payment method exists, we
probably accept it...
Interactivity Did you camp out at the Great

Wall, eat a scorpion on a stick, or have an amazing
night out and want to share it? You can win prizes like
and iPod Mini or Flip video camera by uploading your
pictures and videos to our website, while at the same
time proving to everyone at home that you really did
try eating snake on a stick.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I would like to travel to other parts of China while I’m studying, can CSA help?
A: Absolutely, we have a travel section on this website and we would be happy to help you to make arrangements for travel
within China. At CSA we pride ourselves on offering our students a wide range of services and help, which we hope will
make their time in China an unforgettable one. As always please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Q: What are your admission requirements?

A: The general requirements are:
• Aged between 18-60 (except for specific programs such as the youth adventure, high school or group/tailor programs)
• Have completed high school or equivalent (exceptions are sometimes granted)
Q: Can I receive university/college credit for course work completed in your program?
A: China Study Abroad program participants can transfer the credits earned in China to their home institutions. All the
universities & academies in CSA’s programs are preeminent in their fields, and have cooperative arrangements with
numerous universities and research institutions around the world. The universities that program participants attend are
internationally accredited; therefore most international universities accept credit received from these schools. Many of
our students in the past have received credit for their coursework completed here. CSA assists students in obtaining any
information and documentation required supporting their request for course credit. Of course, the final decision to offer
academic credit is up to your university. Program participants are encouraged to check with their home institution’s credit
transfer requirements.
Q: Do I receive a diploma or transcript for courses completed?

A: Yes. Diplomas and transcripts are available; however, this is dependent on the university and course you choose.
Q: What is the best school to study at? Which city should I study in?
A: Each city and school has its unique advantages. Students seeking a cosmopolitan feel, with large student populations,
and the most CSA activities would be best served attending programs in Beijing or Shanghai. Those looking for a
completely immersive experience in which they rarely hear any English at all often choose to go to smaller cities such as
Kunming or Xi’an.
Q: What happens when I arrive at the airport?

A: All students who come to China through our programs are met at the airport by a CSA representative. Once you have
booked your course, CSA takes care of all your needs, including an airport pick up and drop off. Just inform us of your arrival
details and we will be there. More information and detailed orientations are provided during the application process, but
please always feel free to contact us at any time with you questions.
Q: My course is booked in a city for which I cannot get a direct flight too, what should I do?
A: This is not a problem. Once you book a course, CSA will work closely with you to make sure you arrive at the proper
destination and in good time. Most students, if they are unable to find a direct flight to their chosen city, arrive in Beijing or
Shanghai and book connections from there. CSA will be happy to help you with travel arrangements should the need arise,
prices vary depending on mode of transport and destination.
Q: What kind of visa do I need and where do I apply for one?

A: Students coming to China will require a visa. The type of visa will be dependent on the length of your stay in China:
Students studying in China for less than 6 months require an F visa, which is also known as a business visa. Students
studying in China for more than 6 months require an X visa, also known as a student visa. X visas require a medical
check-up. Students who don’t have time or are unable to apply for and F or X visa, may apply for an L visa or tourist visa.
Once the student has arrived in China, CSA will help the student convert the visa to one that is more suitable to their
requirements whilst in China.
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asia study abroad
Starting in Fall 2010, China Study Abroad is proud to present several study abroad programs throughout Asia with its part-
ner Asia Study Abroad. As the world’s largest continent, Asia contains more than 60% of the world’s population and yet
most of it remains unknown to those living in the West. In this increasingly globalized world, several of these countries
have become necessary cogs in the world economy and trading systems. These regions will undoubtedly shape the 21st
century. Studying and living in Asia is an invaluable experience, providing insight and life skills that will prepare any stu-
dent for a future in any field. Language and university courses are offered in many of these countries and locations. These
inclusive study abroad programs come with the same high level of professionalism and customer service found in CSA.
Please see www.asiastudyabroad.org for more details.
HONG KONG taiwan south korea
Government: Chief Executive Capital: Taipei Capital: Seoul

Official Languages: English, Chinese Government: Presidential Republic Government: Presidential Republic
Population: 6,921,700 Official Language: Mandarin Chinese Official Language: Korean
Density: 6,352 people square km Population: 22,911,292 Population: 49,024,737
Area: 1,104 square km Area: 36,188 square km Area: 99,646 square km
GDP: US $203.0 billion GDP: US $364,563 billion GDP: US $897.4 billion
Currency: Hong Kong dollar (HKD) Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (NT$) Currency: Won (KRW)
Recently returned to the People’s Once known solely as a “banana Another member of the “Four Asian
Republic of China in 1997 after 100 years republic,” Taiwan experienced an Tigers,” South Korea didn’t win its
of British colonial rule, Hong Kong is one economic transformation during the complete independence until 1945,
of the most cosmopolitan cities on the late 20th century becoming one of when the peninsula was liberated
planet and a travel hub for all of Asia. the “Four Asian Tigers,” alongside from 35 years of Japanese occupation.
With almost 7 million people packed into Singapore, Hong Kong and South Despite previous assurances that the
one city, Hong Kong boasts the highest Korea. Known as the “Taiwan Economic peninsula would remain united, the
effective population density on the Miracle,” the rapid annual growth Cold War powers divided the country
planet. It is a global hub of cultural and rate between 1952 to 1982 averaged roughly along the 38th parallel. After a
economic exchange. In fact, to get a job 8.7%. When the Kuomingtang (KMT) brutal civil war that claimed hundreds
at a convenience store in Hong Kong, an government of mainland China fled of thousands of lives, South Korea has
employee must speak English, Cantonese to Taiwan in 1949, they brought along risen from the ashes of centuries of
and Mandarin. The city’s dramatic the mainland’s reserves of gold as well abuse by foreign powers to become one
financial turnaround after WWII made as the intellectual and business elites, of the world’s great economic powers,
it one of the economic miracles of Asia creating an effective brain drain on including numerous wars against
and is included as one of the “Four China that would prove very valuable the Chinese and Japan. Despite the
Asian Tigers” for its dramatic economic in economic growth later on. Because influence of its imperialist neighbors,
growth rate in the latter 20th century. Taiwan was spared the effects of the South Korea has a unique culture that
Hong Kong also boasts some of the best cultural revolution on mainland China, is still seen as the great trendsetter
universities in Asia, including Hong Kong it is a bastion of traditional Chinese throughout Asia today. One of Korea’s
University, Chinese University of Hong culture including calligraphy, painting, greatest innovations is its phonetic
Kong, and the Hong Kong University of folk art and Chinese opera. Also, written script, Hangul, created by King
Science and Technology. The city boasts traditional written Chinese characters Sejong the Great in 1446 to increase
the highest GDP in all of China as well as are still used and taught there today. literacy among the common people
the most efficient transportation system What often goes unsaid about Taiwan and to promote an independent Korean
in the world, while also serving as the is that it is a beautiful tropical island, identity. Hangul script is among the
entertainment capital for the rest of flushed with verdant forests and world’s most modern and easiest to
Asia. mountains to the interior. learn.
Japan vietnam india
Capital: Hanoi
Government: Socialist Republic
Official Language: Vietnamese
Population: 87,375,000 Capital: New Delhi
Area: 331,690 square km Government: Parliamentary Democracy
GDP: US $60,995 million Official Languages: Hindi, English
Currency: Dong (VND) Population: 1.12 billion
Area: 3,287,590 km
With an economic growth rate second GDP: US $4.164 trillion
Capital: Tokyo only to China in East Asia, Vietnam Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Government: Constitutional Monarchy followed its northern neighbor’s free-
and Parliamentary Democracy market economic reforms with great Despite the Indian sub-continent being
Official Language: Japanese success and now finds itself listed the home of ancient civilizations and the
Population: 127,433,494 by Goldman Sachs investment bank origin of 4 of the world’s major religions,
Area: 377,873 square km in 2005 among the “Next Eleven” India as an inclusive ethnic and cultural
GDP: US $4.911 trillion nations prime for investment and future identity has only existed since the time
Currency: Yen (JPY) growth. Mostly known to Westerners of British colonization beginning in 1856.
for being the only nation to defeat the This is relatively recent compared to
There is not much left to be said about United States in modern military battle, the history of civilization on the sub-
the “land of the rising sun” that has not Vietnam will soon be better known for continent, which began over 9000
already been meticulously detailed. This its economic prowess and domination years ago. Before Western colonization,
island nation dominated the Pacific and of the Southeast Asian economy. That India was a series of separate kingdoms
Asia throughout the early 20th century, is not to say that the Vietnamese are with distinct languages, cultures,
was at the mercy of western powers not proud of their military prowess—the and civilizations. However, since the
after its defeat in WWII, was the victim nation’s two greatest heroes Ngô Quyen independence movement spearheaded
of the world’s only nuclear bombings, and Ho Chi Minh successfully gained by Mahatma Ghandi, a distinctive
and ultimately resurrected itself to independence by expelling foreign Indian national identity took root, and
become the second strongest economy powers in the face of overwhelming upon gaining sovereignty in 1947, India
on the globe with an annual GDP of odds. After a millennium of subjugation was proud to declare itself the world’s
4.911 trillion dollars. Japan is arguably by the Chinese, the Vietnamese gained largest democracy. Ethnic and religious
the backbone of the Asian economy and independence in 938 AD after defeating tension as well as rampant poverty still
was the first economic “miracle” of Asia. the Chinese in the battle of Bach Dang abound in modern India. However, an
After nearly colonizing all of Asia in the River. Ngô predicted that the Chinese increasingly optimistic view is shared
early 20th century, Japan now leads would send its navy down the river by the nation’s denizens as they look
Asia by economic example through and ambushed the armada by hiding towards a bright future, harbingered
its technological innovation and high thousands of wooden pikes below by one of the world’s fastest economic
quality products. The country’s leading the high tide of the river and baiting growth rates and the world’s 12th largest
export may actually be its celebrated the Chinese ships into the deathtrap, economy. India is also the new home of
culture which includes ninja, samurai, which immobilized the entire flotilla and technology, as corporations around the
sumo, karaoke, video games, manga, resulted in overwhelming Vietnamese world continually outsource their work
and sushi! Japan was also the first victory. Similarly, in 1954 the Viet to the capable and educated Indian work
Asian nation to break into the modern Minh communist revolutionary forces force. Aside from it’s bright economic
Western art world with its great film defeated the French army at the battle of outlook, India is also home to several of
directors Akira Kurosawa, Yasujiro Ozu, Dien Bien Phu by dragging heavy artillery the world’s oldest and richest cultures.
and Kenji Mizoguchi who paved the over mountain crests to bombard the This bastion of civilization is among the
way for a flourishing national cinema French base below, effectively ending world’s most interesting and diverse
considered among the world’s finest. over a century of colonial rule. places.
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Experience Matters
China Study Abroad Cities
BEIJING LHASA, TIBET

CHENGDU NANJING XI'AN
Terracotta Warrior
DALIAN QINGDAO
GUANGZHOU SHANGHAI
GUILIN TIANJIN
HANGZHOU XI’AN
KUNMING
Chengdu
Wolong Conservation Area
Lhasa, Tibet
Tibetian prayer flags
Kunming
Kunming Flower Market
Guilin
Banyan Lake Pagodas

Tianjin
Women's World Cup
Dalian
Russian Street Market
Beijing
The Forbidden City
Qingdao
Beach Resorts
photo credits: (Dalian) Paul Johns, www.flickr.com/photos/snoshuu/354502696 | (qingdao) erase rewind, www.flickr.com/photos/utterlyutter/2424046387/in/pool-qingdao | (SHANGHAI & TIANJIN) CSA STUDENT PROGRAM
NANJING Shanghai
Water Townships Dancing on the Bund
HANGZHOU
Lingyin Temple
GUANGZHOU
Fishing on the Pearl River
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China Study Abroad ®

CSA Overview Programs, CON’T. Fees and Dates

TRANSPARENCY LOCAL KNOWLEDGE,

provide free basic education to those in need, regardless

China Study Abroad Provides Four Essential Services

1. Accommodations sights around your city, providing an English-speaking guide

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Academic Support Activities

Parent / Family Support Returning Home

✓ Welcome Pack including: Mobile Phone with local

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basic china facts

university attendance by % national origin

type of housing level of education

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POSTCARD living & Stud

Photo: Anna in Tibet

Manuel Aguilar living & St

been with the CSA pro has

Photo: Manuel at the

Amy Gardner living & St

Photo: Amy at the CSA

Cultural Excursions While it would be impossible to describe all of the activities

For example, the CSA hutong tour first takes students

Actual Activities Itinerary for Fall Beijing Program

Luxury Apartments the option of living with a Chinese family to maximize

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for those who wish to take advantage of total language

What Students are saying...

“The strongest point of the service, for

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Several universities offer summer programs, that last

Beijing - 7 Weeks simultaneous courses in intensive Mandarin

Starting Chinese Accomo- Placement Application

Jiaotong Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, Sept. 3, Aug. 15,

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Teaching positions range from part-time one-

Those applying to the teaching program

4 months All (For students in teaching-only programs,

4 months All (For students in teaching-only programs,

Martial Arts Beijing, Shanghai

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Chinese Accomo- Placement Application

1 week, 2 weeks, 3 weeks,

Fudan University 1 week, 2 weeks, 3 weeks,

Starting Chinese Accomo- Placement Application

Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, June 3,

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Courses and Degree Programs

Starting Chinese Accomo- Placement Application

Northwestern Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, Sept. 3, Aug. 15,

Daily 4 hrs. Mandarin, Sept. 3, Aug. 15,

Language China Study Abroad’s corporate program gives clients

For more traditional language learning, China Study

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The course teaches both pinyin and characters, introduces functional

entering China’s top universities or finding employment with Chinese companies.

Course curriculum emphasizes phonetics, listening comprehension, conversation,

Golog Community School

Our featured volunteer program is at the CSA Community School in

Volunteers in the Golog

commit a minimum of three months. Their responsibilities will include

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