
I took my own personal excursion to a nearby city. I spoke Chinese during the whole trip and made all the arrangements myself. Every single aspect was up to my discretion. Having only studied Mandarin for few months, but being able to make such a large step into the unknown was the most amazing feeling I've ever had.
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 an overnight trip to Shanghai and Beijing with an optional trip to Xi’an.
Housing and meals: Live in Zhejiang University's international college residence hall with a meal stipend included.
Program dates: Fall semester, late August – mid-December. Spring semester, mid-February – early June.
Average program size: 6 students
Staff to student ratio: 1:3