Yu Garden in Shanghai, China
Shanghai, China

Chinese Language & Culture

Program Full - Session 2 Waitlist Open

Language & Culture

Dates

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4 weeks

Costs

$7,050

Highlights

College credit option

Daily cultural activities

Immersion with a host family

Weekend excursions

Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

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Dates

-

4 weeks

Costs

$7,050

Highlights

College credit option

Daily cultural activities

Immersion with a host family

Weekend excursions

Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

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Overview
Ready to advance your Mandarin skills? Make strides in fast-paced Shanghai!

Take your Mandarin to new heights with four weeks of language immersion in China슬롯사이트™s largest city, Shanghai. After language classes, hit the city슬롯사이트™s trendy and ancient streets to practice your language skills with locals. Take a stroll along the Huangpu River, where you can admire the diverse architectural styles that define Shanghai's skyline. Wander among traditional Chinese temples, taste food from family-owned restaurants, and meet local teens. Enjoy traditional dance, sports, and calligraphy workshops and Chinese trivia nights.

Living with a host family, you슬롯사이트™ll grow your Mandarin language and cultural knowledge even further as you prepare and share Chinese meals. On excursions, explore the water village of Qingpu and travel to the ancient city Wuxi. Along with forging new friendships, you슬롯사이트™ll rapidly improve your Mandarin skills in an authentic setting, full of stunning scenery, historical sites, and multicultural influences.

A Summer for Fun, Friends, and Your Future

Live the Language

Have fun experiencing authentic immersion in the Chinese language and culture.

Network

Meet new friends and gain a new family. Make lasting memories and connections.

Get Inspired

Launch your future today! Jump up a level in Mandarin Chinese. Shine on college applications.

Destination
  • Tower in Shanghai, China
  • The Bund in Shanghai, China
  • Students in Shanghai, China

The Destination

Welcome to Shanghai, known as the 슬롯사이트œParis of the East.슬롯사이트 

The dynamic and modern city of Shanghai is located in east-central China. The Huangpu River divides Shanghai into two distinctive areas, the Puxi (West bank), marked by its varied western architecture, and Pudong (East bank), with its towering, cutting-edge buildings. Cruising down the river, you can enjoy breathtaking scenery on both sides, such as the Yangpu Bridge, the Nanpu Bridge, and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, gracing the sky. Shanghai슬롯사이트™s mix of old architecture and gleaming skyscrapers is truly a sight to see. As the country슬롯사이트™s largest and most populous city슬롯사이트”boasting over 26 million residents슬롯사이트”it stands as a bustling symbol of China슬롯사이트™s modern transformation and variety. 

Around town, visit famous sites, like the Yu Garden, the colonial buildings in The Bund, the City God Temple, the shopping district of Nanjing Road, and dozens of specialty museums. Don슬롯사이트™t leave Shanghai without tasting delicious dumplings, like xiaolongbao and dim sum, and dan bing (egg pancakes)! 

Cultural Awareness 

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Itinerary

Sample Itinerary

Objective

You will explore how to express your identity in Chinese (Levels 1 & 2) or learn about Chinese culture, key places, and history in Shanghai (Level 3). You will meet new people, visit new places, and practice communicating in culturally appropriate ways. By the end of the week, Levels 1 & 2 will complete a project about themselves in Shanghai, while Level 3 will create a project about Shanghai and Chinese culture.

Your language level is determined through a language proficiency test before you arrive on program.

Highlights*

  • Basics of martial arts with Kung Fu Masters
  • Tour of old Shanghai
  • Chinese Fan workshop
  • Kayaking

*Based on prior year itinerary and subject to change.

Objective

You will explore the theme of community (Level 1) or creativity (Levels 2 and 3). 

By the end of the week, Level 1 will complete a project on community life in Shanghai while Levels 2 and 3 will create a slideshow on various aspects of Chinese culture.

Highlights*

  • Bamboo wind chimes workshop
  • Face mask workshop
  • Tea house visit to learn about Chinese tea culture
  • Abacus calculation activity

*Based on prior year itinerary and subject to change.

Objective

You will explore Shanghai and China while learning different vocabulary, structures, and functions. 

By the end of the week, Level 1 will create a Travel Flyer, Level 2 will produce a Virtual Tour of a Shanghai neighborhood, and Level 3 will write a WeChat subscription article for a Public Awareness Campaign.

Highlights*

  • Ceramic artwork workshop
  • Chinese dancing class
  • Charity store volunteer opportunity 
  • Chinese culinary competition
  • Wuxi Nianhuawan for ecological education
  • Huishan Ancient Town tour
  • Hui Mountain Clay Dolls workshop

*Based on prior year itinerary and subject to change.

Objective

You will reflect on your personal growth while focusing on different vocabulary and language structures. You will explore the benefits of travel, learn to adapt to new cultures, express future plans, interview peers about study abroad, and describe your own experience. At the end of the week, you will participate in a panel discussion on the impact of study abroad and present a project documenting your journey.

Highlights*

  • Lotus crafts workshop
  • Karaoke contest 
  • Huangpu River

*Based on prior year itinerary and subject to change.

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Each day offers a balance between interactive instruction and cultural activities with time on your own, too. Morning classes and afternoon activities may swap places.

  • Breakfast at your homestay
  • Engaging Mandarin classes with expert language instructors, all native speakers
  • Lunch in the community with your fellow Global Navigators
  • Out and about for authentic conversations in the community and a cultural activity
  • Dinner and evening discussions at your homestay

Weekends슬롯사이트¯

  • Overnight or day excursions to top sites
  • Quality time with friends and your host family

Housing 

Carefully-screened homestay

*Based on prior year itinerary and subject to change.

Activities

Sample Activities

Martial Arts in Shanghai

Just imagine all the fun you슬롯사이트™ll have!

  • Catch a glimpse of how the city of Shanghai was planned and developed at the Shanghai Urban Planning Museum. 
  • Take a day trip to the tranquil water village of Qingpu, located just outside of Shanghai. Kayak along its scenic waterways, experience the unique water town lifestyle, and participate in environmental efforts that help preserve its natural beauty.
  • Visit the intricate Buddha statues at the Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai슬롯사이트™s most famous Buddhist Temple, located in the city슬롯사이트™s downtown area. 
  • Experience China슬롯사이트™s ancient tea culture with a local expert. In the midst of summer슬롯사이트™s heat, enjoy a refreshing tea ceremony that brings both a sense of peace and coolness, while learning about the deep connection tea has with Chinese life and philosophy.
  • Pack your bags for a trip to Wuxi, a city rich in history and surrounded by lush landscapes. Explore the picturesque Taihu Lake, visit ancient temples, and enjoy the stunning combination of nature and cultural heritage.

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

Testimonials
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Country Life in the City: Day Trip to Qingpu!

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Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Participants must be 14 years old and above.
  • All proficiency levels
  • Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
  • For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page

For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

Application Fee 

$25

Optional College Credit Fee 

$150슬롯사이트¯&²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Learn more about how to get college credit for your future college degree 

Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what슬롯사이트™s included with your tuition.   

Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what슬롯사이트™s included with your tuition.   

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Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Costs

Program Summer Session I 2025 4 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Costs $7,050
Program Summer Session II 2025 4 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Costs $7,050

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What's Included

Interactive Classes

Housing

3 Meals/Day

(Dietary Needs Accommodated)

All Ground Transportation

(Once In-country)

Optional Flight Chaperone

(Flight Cost Not Included)

Pre-departure Advice and Orientation

Access to WIFI

(No international data plan or SIM card included)

All Cultural Activities and Excursions

Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection

24/7 Emergency On-site Support

Staff

Our Staff

Jia Ma

Center Director

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

Program Leaders guide and support our High 슬롯 게임 Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.

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