College Study Abroad Blog

Red envelopes, firecrackers, and a feast that puts your college meal plan to shame – Chinese New Year is the celebration of the year, and you don’t want to miss... keep reading

Think you’re fluent in Mandarin just because you’ve mastered “ni hao” and “xie xie”? Not so fast! To truly impress your new friends in Great China, you’ll need more than... keep reading

By ELIZABETH ANNE MEYER, CIEE Shanghai Summer 2024 ACL 大家好！我是Liz，我的中文名字叫马风明。2024年夏天，我来到上海学习中文两个月。我探索了上海的许多地标，我非常感谢在华东师范大学学习！ 很难相信我的旅行快结束了! Studying abroad in Shanghai was an unforgettable experience that deeply enriched my understanding of Chinese language and culture. Immersed... keep reading

Just because you want to study abroad in Asia/Pacific doesn’t mean your plane ticket has to break the bank. There are ways to maneuver through the many travel options available... keep reading

By Christina Li - Open Campus - Spring 2024 CIEE Shanghai When I first landed in Shanghai in February, I was nervous about being part of a new culture, surrounded... keep reading

By Fall 2023: Abena = College of William & Mary ‘25 (International Relations) - ACL Program Angela = Hamilton College ‘25 (Chinese and Sociology) - CGC Program Aside from the... keep reading

By Fall 2023: Abena = College of William & Mary ‘25 (International Relations) - ACL Program Angela = Hamilton College ‘25 (Chinese and Sociology) - CGC Program 大家好! We are... keep reading

Are you fascinated by Chinese language and culture? If so, you’re in the right place! Read on as we list our Top 6 Chinese language study abroad programs: Chinese Language... keep reading

If you’re eager to study abroad in Greater China and are looking for more information on some of the best Chinese cities, look no further than this blog post as... keep reading

Explore Beijing's rich cultural tapestry, blending tradition and modernity. Experience historic sites like the Forbidden City, embrace nature in parks and hills, and savor diverse culinary delights. Amid global reopening, China invites students to contribute to global connections while enjoying the city's vibrancy.

A study abroad adventure awaits in the small but lively country of Taiwan, located off the east coast of China . Known officially as the Republic of China, Taiwan promises... keep reading

In the Fall of 2019 I made the decision to study abroad in Shanghai, China with CIEE’s Business, Language + Culture program. This experience would become one of the best... keep reading

SPRING BLOCK I - Hangzhou Marco Polo described the city of Hangzhou as “the most splendid city in the world.” This is likely due to the city’s stunning natural environment... keep reading

Wow, I can’t believe how fast my time studying abroad has gone. In the last two weeks of my study abroad experience I made it my mission to check all... keep reading

BEST FOOD TO EAT IN BEIJING Peking duck ( shāo yāzi) has been eaten in Beijing since the Imperial Era and is the city’s most famous dish to date. The... keep reading