Overview
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This program is not running in summer 2020. Please view a list of your alternative summer program options.
Study abroad in China’s largest city this summer. Choose from three sessions and courses on social sciences, humanities, technology and other fields.
Unique Experiences
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Explore
sites showcasing Chinese history, development, and politics during field trips.
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Take part
in unique cultural experiences such as a traditional tea ceremony.
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Learn
firsthand about China’s rise to a world super-power.
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population of Shanghai
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height (in feet) of the Shanghai Tower, the second tallest building in the world
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length of Shanghai’s metro - the longest rapid-transit system in the world
400 miles
Location & Culture
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The Destination
Shanghai, home to more than 24 million people, has seen massive development over the last two decades. For example, the new financial district of Pudong is now home to some of the tallest skyscrapers in the world. Boasting the fastest-growing rapid transit system in the world, Shanghai’s urban centers are easily accessible by elevated light rails, the world’s first commercial high-speed Maglev train.
Excursions & Activities
- Day trip to “the Venice of Shanghai” the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao
- Study tour of Chongming Island, on the Yangtze River
- Explore the Shanghai Film Museum and the Jewish Museum
- Visit the Site of the First Communist Party Congress
- Take a river cruise along Huangpu Jiang by the Bund
Projects, Volunteer Opportunities, or Internships
- Get involved in volunteer programs in hospitals, parks, schools, after school programs, homes for the elderly
- Work with local environmental groups to help maintain public parks and learn about cultural nuances in the process
- Volunteer to coach sports and games for local youths
Daily Life
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Housing
The campus residence hall is located on the north end of East China Normal University campus.
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Meals
The residence hall is close to the main cafeteria on campus. Most students choose to eat in a variety of Chinese fast food restaurants and cafeterias within walking distance of the Global Institute - Shanghai.
Shanghai, China Where You'll Study
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CIEE Global Institute - Shanghai
On the downtown Putuo campus at East China Normal University
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East China Normal University Campus
Downtown Putuo campus
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The Bund
Historic 1,500-meter-long waterside promenade
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Program Details
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The program detailsStudents choose one, two, or three 4-week sessions and, depending on the session, the curriculum covers Chinese history, culture, politics, business or technology, and more. Content courses are taught in English and all courses are taught by faculty drawn from a variety of higher education institutions in China and worldwide. In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural and business institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
Academics
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Overall GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.5
Courses
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Program Credit
Total credit: 3-4 U.S. semester/4.5-6 quarter credits per session
Course Credit
- CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours per session
- CIEE Communicative Language course: 1 U.S. semester/1.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours
Language of Instruction
English
Requirements
All students must enroll in one 3-credit CIEE course per session
Course Notes
- Students studying in Shanghai for multiple sessions may only take Communicative Chinese once.
- “(GI)” denotes courses that originated at CIEE’s Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple Global Institutes and CIEE Centers.
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.
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in 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:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
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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.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport pick-up
- Multi-day on-site orientation – introducing students to Shanghai civic and culture, and the CIEE academic program.
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Field trips and cultural activities
- Overnight study tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
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, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
Program |
Application Due |
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End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Summer Session I 2020 4 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 18, 2020 | Jun 15, 2020 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,921 ** Housing = $550 Insurance = $167 Visa Fees = $212 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $300 International Airfare = $1,300 † Local Transportation = $100 Books & Supplies = $15 †† Personal expenses = $300 Round trip airfare between locations = $1,200 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $3,215Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† language books and area studies readers are free ††† Average cost |
| Summer Session I and II 2020 8 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 18, 2020 | Jul 13, 2020 |
$7,470
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $5,691 ** Housing = $1,100 Insurance = $167 Visa Fees = $212 Total Fees = $7,470Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $600 International Airfare = $1,300 † Local Transportation = $200 Books & Supplies = $30 †† Personal expenses = $600 Round trip airfare between locations = $2,400 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $5,130Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† language books and area studies readers are free ††† Average cost |
| Summer Sessions I, II and III 2020 12 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 18, 2020 | Aug 9, 2020 |
$10,790
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $8,461 ** Housing = $1,650 Insurance = $167 Visa Fees = $212 Total Fees = $10,790Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $900 International Airfare = $1,300 † Local Transportation = $300 Books & Supplies = $45 †† Personal expenses = $900 Round trip airfare between locations = $2,400 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $5,845Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† language books and area studies readers are free ††† Average cost |
| Summer Session II 2020 4 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jun 15, 2020 | Jul 13, 2020 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,921 ** Housing = $550 Insurance = $167 Visa Fees = $212 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $300 International Airfare = $1,300 † Local Transportation = $100 Books & Supplies = $15 †† Personal expenses = $300 Round trip airfare between locations = $1,200 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $3,215Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† language books and area studies readers are free ††† Average cost |
| Summer Session II and III 2020 8 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jun 15, 2020 | Aug 9, 2020 |
$7,470
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $5,691 ** Housing = $1,100 Insurance = $167 Visa Fees = $212 Total Fees = $7,470Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $600 International Airfare = $1,300 † Local Transportation = $200 Books & Supplies = $30 †† Personal expenses = $600 Round trip airfare between locations = $2,400 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $5,130Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† language books and area studies readers are free ††† Average cost |
| Summer Session III 2020 4 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jul 13, 2020 | Aug 9, 2020 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,921 ** Housing = $550 Insurance = $167 Visa Fees = $212 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $300 International Airfare = $1,300 † Local Transportation = $100 Books & Supplies = $15 †† Personal expenses = $300 Round trip airfare between locations = $1,200 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $3,215Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† language books and area studies readers are free ††† Average cost |
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