Central College Abroad - Hangzhou, China

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It's great to get a perspective on life and living from an Eastern point of view. I was also forced to leave my 'comfort zone' and try a totally different approach to daily life. As a result, I grew immeasurably.

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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