CIEE: Shanghai - Business, Language, and Culture
- Hosted at: East China Normal University
- Location(s): Shanghai, China
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Known as China’s most populated city and the country’s commercial and financial center, Shanghai is a modern metropolis with a rich history that integrates a wide variety of cultures with the traditional elements of old China. Immerse yourself in ... read more
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Although I gained internship experience while on the program, the experience in itself was not what I had expected it to be. I worked for a startup whose mission was very compelling to me, but because my boss was not very receptive of what I wanted to gain out of the internship, I was left doing busy work most of the time. I fee... A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Language and Culture wise it was! I definitely needed that exposure to learn more and understand more! julianalizeth.salinasrios - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned a lot of the Chinese culture, got to travel to SO many different place, and my Chinese improved a lot even if it was with the locals that I practiced it the most. Sherry R - Trinity University View Entire Review
The Chinese culture is completely opposite of the American culture so it was great to see the differences and adapt to those differences to try to locally fit in. I learned so much about Chinese people and their traditions it was an amazing experience that made me apply for a summer program in Shanghai this summer so I can expe... Zachary T - Bryant University View Entire Review
Allowed me to experience a new culture. Yes, it was worthwhile. Paul I - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I made a lot of connections in the advertising industry. cody.hammack.23 - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I gained a lot of new friends, Chinese, American, and friends from all over the world. I gained a lot more confidence in myself. Every experience I had, the good times and bad were all worth it. Every experience is a good experience! A student - Roger Williams University View Entire Review
About
Students take classes in English at CIEE Shanghai across a wide range of subject areas, including business, communications, and political science. Students can also opt for a for-credit internship to gain practical real-world work experience and firsthand insight into Chinese business culture. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- English
- Chinese - Mandarin
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- Education
- Engineering
- English Language and Literature
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Science, Technology and Society
- Cultural Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Economics
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Business
- Accounting
- Finance, Financial Services
- Marketing
- History
Minimum GPA:
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CIEE Scholarships
Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs that offer research opportunities. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
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