Study Abroad in China
China is the most populous state in the world with over 1.3 billion people. Approximately 15,000 American students will study abroad in China each year. China is a single-party state governed by the Communist Party of China and has become the second largest economy in the world, as well as a leader in net exports. Its large geography ranges from extremely rural to highly metropolitan giving students plenty of choices to study abroad.
Top Cities to Study Abroad
1. Shanghai | 700 reviews | |
2. Beijing | 649 reviews | |
3. Xi'an | 232 reviews | |
4. Kunming | 155 reviews | |
5. Hangzhou | 134 reviews |
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Study Abroad in China - Featured Programs
Go to class while sailing the sea, watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean or stare up at the Mediterranean stars. Whether in class, studying, or e...
The Chengdu program is ideal for students who are interested in experiencing life in one of the most ancient, culturally fascinating, and authenti...
The launch of Marco Polo Culture Exchange Program was inspired from the world-famous traveler's fascination with Chinese and Oriental culture. Our...
Study Abroad in China - All Programs
Each year, a group of freshman engineering and business students will conduct a two-week field study in China. The field study includes company visits, sightseeing, and le...
Hangzhou, known as the Garden City for the unusual quantity and quality of its parks and greenery, is the capital of Zhejiang province. Located just over 100 miles from Sh...
Located in Southwest China and close to several countries in Southeast Asia, Kunming is known as the “City of Eternal Spring”.Kunming’s parks—combined with the temperate c...
As China's capital, Beijing is a large and vibrant city particularly marked by rapid economic growth. The city itself has grown tremendously and visitors and residents ali...
Shanghai is the epicenter of China’s booming growth and development and offers visitors glimpses into the ultramodern and moments frozen in time. Fudan University provides...
Stand out from the crowd and join The Beijing Center for a Semester or Full Year immersion in the heart of...
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Semester at Sea is the only study abroad program of its kind in the world. Using a ship as our floating campus, Semester at Sea's around-the-world and regional itineraries...
Study abroad with the Institute for Study Abroad in Shanghai, China! Pursue your academic interests and earn 15 credits in international business and economic development ...
Summer China seminar is packed with incredible opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students looking to expand their international business education outside ...
Shanghai literally means “upon-the-sea” and water features heavily in life here, from the delicious fresh seafood served up in hundreds of restaurants, to the activities i...