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Shanghai, China

Open Campus Block

Study Program Part-Time Internship

Study here for a full term, or visit up to 2 additional locations within the same term. Use our program builder tool to discover your options!

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Dates

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6 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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Application Deadline

The May 1, 2026 deadline for Fall Block I 2026 has passed.

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Dates

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18 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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The May 1, 2026 deadline for Fall Blocks I, II, III 2026 has passed.

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Dates

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12 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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Dates

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6 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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Application Deadline

The May 1, 2026 deadline for Fall Block II 2026 has passed.

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Dates

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12 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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Dates

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6 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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Application Deadline

The May 1, 2026 deadline for Fall Block III 2026 has passed.

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Dates

TBD

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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The May 1, 2026 deadline for OC Academic Year 2026-2027 has passed.

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6 weeks

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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12 weeks

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

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Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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6 weeks

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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12 weeks

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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6 weeks

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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6 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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18 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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12 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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12 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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6 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

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6 weeks

Costs

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Tentative Dates

-

18 weeks

Credit

6 - 7 per Block semester hours

9 - 10.5 per Block quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Overview

Your Open Campus Block in Shanghai puts you in a global metropolis defined by rapid growth, innovation, and a striking blend of historic and ultra-modern environments, with the ability to tailor your experience to your academic interests and personal goals. You’ll enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Adding to the experience, co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities might include exploring the historic Bund and its skyline views, wandering through Yuyuan Garden and its surrounding markets, and cruising along the Huangpu River to see the city skyline from a different perspective. Shanghai’s energy comes from its constant movement, global connections, and the way past and future coexist throughout the city. 

Unique Experiences

Discover Shanghai’s east-meets-west character

by exploring its historic lanes, futuristic skyline, and the vibrant mix of cultures that makes the city one of a kind 

Get hands-on cultural experience

by learning Chinese cooking, dancing, calligraphy, martial arts, music, or mahjong

Step back in time

with visits to traditional Chinese areas like Qingpu District or Songjiang District

Experience
  • temple opening arc shanghai student group

Your Destination

Shanghai is China’s innovative, eco-friendly capital, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. Spend 6-, 12-, or 18-weeks exploring Shanghai’s cutting-edge sustainability initiatives, thriving startup scene, and historic landmarks like The Bund and Yu Garden. Whether you’re studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Shanghai is the perfect place to study abroad.  

student with shanghai skyline

Program Highlights

  • Unmatched Flexibility: Spend one, two, or three consecutive 6-week blocks in the same host city or travel between cities for a comparative cultural experience. 
  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major. 
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes. 
  • Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience. 
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. 
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Shanghai will open doors for you to explore China's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.     

Samples of excursions and activities: 

  • Take a Huangpu river cruise and enjoy Shanghai’s skyline from the water while learning about the city’s history and modern development 
  • Travel to beautiful cities or places such as Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town, Songjiang District of Shanghai, or other parts of China  
  • Visit Jiangxi, famous for its beautiful mountain landscapes, porcelain heritage in Jingdezhen, and deep cultural traditions  

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.     

Program Blogs

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Housing
Academics

Academics

CIEE Shanghai: Study on the campus of East China Normal University (ECNU), CIEE's esteemed partner institution, CIEE Shanghai features a library, a student life office, and an academic advising office.  Students are encouraged to use ECNU's library and outdoor facilities as needed.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar. 

Courses

Course Information

Course Notes

Academic Projects 

  • Students who wish to complete an internship are required to apply for authorization to do an internship after arriving in China. As this process takes time, only students who will be in China for all three blocks are eligible to do an internship. Internships cannot be scheduled during Block I and due to internship host reluctance to take on interns for only 6 weeks, students should expect that their internship placement will be 10 to 12 weeks and will span Block II and Block III. The student is responsible for all associated application fees (approximately US$150). Please note that recipients of internship authorization are not allowed to leave and re-enter the mainland of China without obtaining a new visa. 
  • Prior Chinese language study may improve Internship placement opportunities 
  • Each Academic Project (Internship, Service-Learning/Community Engagement, and Directed Independent Research) placement will be designed based on the student’s project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. The process is highly individualized and goal oriented. Students enrolled in an Academic Project will receive additional academic support that informs and enhances the placement experience. 
  • Students applying for an Academic Project are required to submit additional materials during the course selection process. 

Language Classes 

  • During course selection, students interested in a non-introductory Chinese language course will take a Chinese language assessment to determine their proficiency level. Enrollment will be finalized on site and is based on assessment outcomes. 

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.

Internships

Discover Internship Opportunities

Browse the range of internship opportunities available and find the experience that aligns with your academic and career goals with CIEE Study Abroad. 

Explore Industry Options

Shanghai boasts a vibrant, fast-paced work scene that seamlessly blends traditional values with its modern corporate culture. This dynamic city is the ideal hub for finance, technology, and manufacturing professionals, with a growing focus on innovation and collaboration. 

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Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.

Business Management and Administration Internships

Business Management and Administration

Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics.

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Education and Training

Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around the globe.

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Health Science

Immerse yourself in global healthcare systems to study cross-border medical practices and address public health challenges.

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Information Technology

Explore diverse tech environments, cutting-edge innovation, and emerging technologies in global cities.

Marketing interns pose at a Loki premiere event

Marketing, Sales and Service

Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.

Browse Internship Opportunities

Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.

Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.

Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

  • Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
  • Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
  • Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
  • McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing, and Public Health Merit Scholarships
  • Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
  • CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant

To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.

Learn more about scholarships

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing

Program Fall Block I 2026 6 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $5,500
Program Fall Blocks I, II, III 2026 18 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $16,500
Program Fall Blocks I, II 2026 12 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $11,000
Program Fall Block II 2026 6 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $5,500
Program Fall Blocks II, III 2026 12 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $11,000
Program Fall Block III 2026 6 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $5,500
Program OC Academic Year 2026-2027 Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date * End Date TBD*
Program Fall Block III 2027 6 weeks Start Date * End Date *
Program Fall Blocks II, III 2027 12 weeks Start Date * End Date *
Program Fall Block II 2027 6 weeks Start Date * End Date *
Program Fall Blocks I, II 2027 12 weeks Start Date * End Date *
Program Fall Block I 2027 6 weeks Start Date * End Date *
Program Spring Block III 2027 6 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $6,450
Program Spring Blocks I, II, III 2027 18 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $19,350
Program Spring Blocks II, III 2027 12 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $12,900
Program Spring Blocks I, II 2027 12 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $12,900
Program Spring Block II 2027 6 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $6,450
Program Spring Block I 2027 6 weeks Start Date * End Date * Fees & Housing $6,450
Program Fall Blocks I, II, III 2027 18 weeks Start Date * End Date *

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $2,787 **
Housing $2,000 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $5,500

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $660
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $75
Books & Supplies $10 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $190 †††††
Total Costs $2,420

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $9,787 **
Housing $6,000 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $16,500

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $1,980
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $225
Books & Supplies $30 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $370 †††††
Total Costs $4,090

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $6,287 **
Housing $4,000 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $11,000

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $1,320
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $150
Books & Supplies $20 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $280 †††††
Total Costs $3,255

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $2,787 **
Housing $2,000 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $5,500

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $660
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $75
Books & Supplies $10 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $190 †††††
Total Costs $2,420

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $6,287 **
Housing $4,000 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $11,000

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $1,320
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $150
Books & Supplies $20 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $280 †††††
Total Costs $3,255

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $2,787 **
Housing $2,000 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $5,500

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $660
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $75
Books & Supplies $10 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $190 †††††
Total Costs $2,420

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $500 *
Educational Costs $3,587 **
Housing $1,950 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $6,450

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $750
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $75
Books & Supplies $10 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $990 †††††
Total Costs $3,310

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

The listed estimated cost is for groceries if you plan on making your own meals ($440/month) and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($90/block). Budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $500 *
Educational Costs $12,587 **
Housing $5,850 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $19,350

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $2,250
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $225
Books & Supplies $30 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $1,170 †††††
Total Costs $5,160

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

The listed estimated cost is for groceries if you plan on making your own meals ($440/month) and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($90/block). Budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $500 *
Educational Costs $8,087 **
Housing $3,900 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $12,900

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $1,500
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $150
Books & Supplies $20 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $1,080 †††††
Total Costs $4,235

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

The listed estimated cost is for groceries if you plan on making your own meals ($440/month) and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($90/block). Budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $500 *
Educational Costs $8,087 **
Housing $3,900 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $12,900

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $1,500
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $150
Books & Supplies $20 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $1,080 †††††
Total Costs $4,235

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

The listed estimated cost is for groceries if you plan on making your own meals ($440/month) and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($90/block). Budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $500 *
Educational Costs $3,587 **
Housing $1,950 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $6,450

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $750
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $75
Books & Supplies $10 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $990 †††††
Total Costs $3,310

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

The listed estimated cost is for groceries if you plan on making your own meals ($440/month) and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($90/block). Budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $500 *
Educational Costs $3,587 **
Housing $1,950 ***
Insurance $194
Visa Fees $219
Total Fees $6,450

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $750
International Airfare $1,300 ††
Local Transportation $75
Books & Supplies $10 †††
Visa Fees $185 ††††
Personal expenses $990 †††††
Total Costs $3,310

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

The listed estimated cost is for groceries if you plan on making your own meals ($440/month) and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($90/block). Budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.

††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

†††language books and area studies readers are free

††††For students who must change their student visa on site because of internship course or extend the duration to cover the whole semester, an additional $150 is required.

†††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

CIEE iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Jia Ma

Center Director

With more than a decade of service at CIEE Shanghai, Ma Jia oversees the operations of the Shanghai center, providing a strong foundation for your experiences.

Sonya Zhao

Academic Director

Sonya holds a master's degree in communication management from Emerson College, Boston, and another master’s degree in international development studies from George Washington University in D.C. Before joining CIEE, Sonya...

Qianrong Tang

Student Life Director

Qianrong Tang is responsible for all aspects of student service and student activity administration, health, safety, and security.

Get Started Steps

Get Started

Here’s what you need to do to take the next steps:

1

Start an Application

You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!

2

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad. 

3

Contact CIEE

We're here to help! Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.

4

Interested in an optional internship?

After being accepted to this program and submitting the required internship documents, work with CIEE staff on your internship goals and select which positions to interview for. CIEE will reach out to companies that would be a good fit for you, your interests, and your qualifications. Finalize your internship placement upon arrival!

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