
The academic portion in Hangzhou was very challenging and motivating. It pushed me to do my best. The trip as a whole gave me insights that I never would have had if I had not studied abroad.
Location: Hangzhou, China
Affiliated university: Zhejiang University
Central College Abroad course work: Yes
Language prerequisite: None
Language of instruction: English and Chinese
Service-learning options: Yes
Internships: Yes
Recent excursions: Historical and cultural sites in the West Lake area as well as a three-day trip to Shanghai, a five-day trip to Beijing and a visit to the nearby “canal town” of Shaoxing.
Housing and meals: Live in Zhejiang University's international college residence hall with a meal stipend included.
Program dates: Fall semester, early September – mid-December. Spring semester, mid-February – early July.
Average program size: 6 students
Staff to student ratio: 1:6