CET Shanghai
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Pursue an internship at a company or organization in Shanghai. Study Chinese language (6 credits in fall/spring; 3 credits in summer). Take electives in a variety of disciplines such as business, economics, history or political science. CET Shangh... read more
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I made life-long friends, boosted my language skills, improved my independence, and expanded my global perspective. So worthwhile. Victoria B - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I had so many meaningful interactions with so many people. I had so many opportunities and so much time to see so much of Shanghai as well as other cities and areas. My language improved so much and I am so grateful for this experience. Sam Schulman - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I think the biggest gain from my experience abroad is independence. I grew to care less about what people thought of me, in other words gained confidence. Now I think I can work and live in almost any country and have the confidence to adapt and build meaningful relationships while there. Maya Iimura - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I improved my Chinese language ability and got to experience Chinese culture Rolonda Donelson - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I made friends in China. improved my speaking ability. And really had a chance to meet people of different backgrounds. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. My language proficiency improved and gained internship experience. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Not only I improved my language skills but also I got to have a glimpse of what Chinese culture looks like. Furthermore, I got to appreciate the culture and atmosphere at my home university. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned about cultures outside of the US and how to live with a local roommate. The cultural exchange was an interesting experience. I think this kind of experience would be more worthwhile to Americans who are completely foreign to eastern Asian culture, as opposed to someone like me who is an ABC and can "blend in" more easi... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Improved language study and interaction with local Chinese culture Hin Hon W - Brandeis University View Entire Review
My chinese improved greatly. I learned how to work in a fast paced international office. It was extremely worth while. A student - Clark University - Worcester View Entire Review
I gained new perspectives, language skills, and friendships. Yes. Jaqueline F - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Learned more about the culture. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned how to live in another culture very different from my own, become more independent, and how to live in a city. It was completely worthwhile. rose.goldich - Clark University - Worcester View Entire Review
Beyond language skills, I learned how to communicate confidently in the face of ambiguity. Simon E - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learnt that I love being abroad and that I want to go back to China longer term. Jane - Vanderbilt University View Entire Review
I know that I would have regretted not studying abroad, but it was not really what I expected. I definitely learned a lot about Chinese culture. China has a lot of cool places to visit, and I'm glad I got the opportunity to go. A student - Vassar College View Entire Review
I improved my language skills and got international work experience. Anna - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Traveled Tyler N - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained a sense of perspective. It was worthwhile for sure. Alice Nam - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Language skills, yes worthwhile Eric Goldberg - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. I was able to get a professional training which is very important in my life right now. I was also able to travel and see parts of the country and culture that I would never had otherwise. Being on the program made me take risks and allowed me to learn many new things. My language improved as a resu... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Learned more Chinese, learned about the culture, met my Chinese family, and interned in a chem lab A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned more about the Chinese language and culture. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I've learned a new language and about a culture different from mine. It was worthwhile. quique.garduno.9 - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I gained different perspectives on how a person lives a life, what I can do with my major, and how I can live up to my university's model of "what start's here changes the world. Tyra S - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
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Pursue an internship at a company or organization in Shanghai. Study Chinese language (6 credits in fall/spring; 3 credits in summer). Take electives in a variety of disciplines such as business, economics, history or political science. CET Shanghai introduces students of all majors and Chinese language levels to the challenges and rewards of working abroad!
Highlights
Highlights
- Internships at corporations, businesses, not-for-profits, retail enterprises, hotels, start-ups
- Electives in: business, economics, history, political science, area studies, film
- 4-day Traveling Seminar to Xi'an (Fall/Spring only)
- Live with a local roommate
- A program-led overnight trip to a rural location (Summer only)
- No language pre-requisite
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadInternship
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
- Custom
Instruction Language(s):
- English
- Chinese - Mandarin
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Asian Studies
- East Asian Studies
- Chinese Studies
- Chinese Language, Literature
- Economics
- Design and Applied Arts
- Business
- Marketing
- History
Minimum GPA:
3.0Website
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CET Academic Programs Scholarships
CET awards $400,000 in scholarship awards each year and supports the Fund for Education Abroad to lessen financial need as a barrier to study abroad. Most CET scholarship decisions are based on financial need, and scholarship awards are intended to encourage study abroad by helping to alleviate financial burden.
up to $3,000
Deadlines:
Check our website for scholarship application deadlines!
Guidelines/Requirements:
When you apply to a CET program, you receive access to the CET Scholarship applications. Apply for as many CET Scholarships as you like! Each application include short answer questions and one essay whose prompt matches the spirit of the award. Scholarships that consider financial need also ask for current financial aid information.
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