American Councils (ACTR): Taiwan Intensive Summer Language Program (TISLP)
- Hosted at: National Cheng Kung University
- Location(s): Tainan, Taiwan
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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The Taiwan Intensive Summer and Semester Language Programs (TISLP) enables dedicated students of Mandarin Chinese to make substantial language gains over the course of summer and semester programming. The program is run at three different sites in... read more
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I gained cultural knowledge and engagement, I increased my language skills and my confidence to speak in academic settings and discuss difficult issues. I also improved my study habits, especially for remote learning. Katriya Burkdoll - Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey View Entire Review
I had my doubts that an 8-week online program would enable me to advance an entire year in my language studies, but it did! I worked hard, though I still had time to relax and pursue some other interests over the summer. Even though I wasn’t able to travel to Taiwan, I had a language partner who showed me around Taiwan via vid... A student - Stanford University View Entire Review

I learned a lot about myself personally. It was definitely worthwhile. Anna Lund - Trinity University View Entire Review
Advanced my Chinese communication skills immensely. Angela - Macalester College View Entire Review
Definitely worthwhile! I learned a lot of self-reliance and bravery, living in a place where I can't read the signs (as I don't study traditional characters) and my accent is difficult to understand. A student - Bennington College View Entire Review
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The Taiwan Intensive Summer and Semester Language Programs (TISLP) enables dedicated students of Mandarin Chinese to make substantial language gains over the course of summer and semester programming. The program is run at three different sites in the summer: National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) in Tainan, Taiwan; Tamkang University (TKU) in Taipei, Taiwan; and National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Semester programs are held at National Tsing Hua University in Taipei. As a welcoming, accessible, and convenient society rich in diverse cultures, natural scenery, delicious cuisine, and ancient traditions, Taiwan is an ideal place for students of Mandarin to rapidly strengthen their language skills and cultural understanding. TISLP combines twenty hours of weekly small group and one-on-one language instruction with regular cultural workshops, excursions, interactions with language partners, a weekend homestay, and housing with local student roommates to create a truly immersive learning environment.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Summer
Instruction Language(s):
- Chinese - Mandarin
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Area Studies
- Asian Studies
- East Asian Studies
- Chinese Studies
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- East Asian Languages, Literature
- Chinese Language, Literature
- Global Studies
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