Study in Shanghai, China – 2012 / 2013
Chinese Language (Mandarin) Courses
2 Weeks – 3500 RMB / 4 Weeks – 6800 RMB
| (est $595 USD) | (est $1195 USD) |
The Program
Study Mandarin Chinese and experience the culture in Shanghai, China. Shanghai is an exciting metropolis that blends the best of both worlds – oriental and western. Programs are available weekly, with a minimum of 2 weeks. Non-beginners can start on any Monday, while beginners begin on specific dates as mentioned in the Course section. Housing is available in student type apartment, private studio, or stay with a Chinese host family. Minimum age is 16. Program is located in the heart of the city, right off Nanjing Road. Join us!
The Location: Shanghai,China
Courses
All students take four(4) group lessons a day, M-F. Classes are held from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm. Small group classes of less than 12 students (average about 5). Placement test given to determine which course level. Non-beginners can start on any Monday. Absolute beginners must start on one of the designated start dates (see dates and price section). Open to all students and adults.
Courses are “immersion” focus on practical Chinese language skills of speaking, listening, and reading phonetics with emphasis on conversation. Actual course descriptions can be obtained from the instructor upon starting the course.
Academic Credit
2 – 4 credits for 4 week program. This is a private language program, not a university program, but credit is possible. See the “Academic Credit” section of the main menu for details.
Financial Aid
See the “Financial Aid” text of the Main Menu….located in the “Academic Credit”.
Activities
A variety of activities may include: guided visits to Yu Gardens, Qibao Old Town, The Bund, Pudong, Anji, and Zhujiajiao. Learn to make dumplings, play Mah-Jong, and Chinese Calligraphy. See the bustling markets and remnants of old town. Optional attendance. Small fee may be required for entrance fees and transportation. Overall, lot’s of fun things to do!!
Housing: 4 options to choose from
Single Room Shared Apartment: private room with bed, desk, chaor, wardrobe, internet access, telephone and free local calls, bed linens, towels, blanket, TV, Air Conditioning with heating, water, gas, electricity, access to shared kitchen, and shared bathroom….washing machine. Cleaning service weekly. Travel time to school, back and forth, is 5 – 30 minutes by walking or public transportation. No meals.
Costs 3500 RMB (est $595 USD) per 2 weeks. Summer supplement 180 RMB per week extra.
Private Studio Apartment: This option gives you a clean, quiet and comfortable studio apartment – giving you your own private space. Includes all the items listed above in the “shared apartment”…..but with the private studio you do not share anything. You have your own private bathroom and kitchen. Travel time to school, back and forth, is 5 – 30 minutes by walking or public transportation. Meals not included.
Costs 5880 RMB (est $995 USD) per 2 weeks. Summer supplement of 290 RMB per week extra.
Host Family: Single room with bed, plus breakfast and dinner. Includes all the items mentioned above in the “shared apartment”. Travel time to school, back and forth can be: 30 – 60 minutes by local transportation. 2 meals daily included.
Costs 3320 RMB (est $525 USD) per 2 weeks. Summer supplement of 160 RMB per week extra.
* 500 RMB (est $80 USD) housing placement fee added to total (one time fee).
Locate Own Housing: If you prefer, you can arrange your own housing. Please let us know where you will be staying so we can have it on file. Staff there need to know how to reach you.
Dates and Fees
* Non-beginners can start on any Monday.
* Absolute Beginners Start Dates for 2012 / 2013:
Jan 16 / Feb 20 / Mar 19 / Apr 16 / May 14 / Jun 11, 25 / Jul 9, 23 / Aug 06 / Sep 03 / Oct 08 / Nov 05 / Dec 03 / * 2013 – Jan 14 / Feb 18 / Mar 18
FEES – Chinese Yuan Renminbi (RMB)
| 2 weeks | 3500 RMB (est $595 USD) |
| 3 weeks | 5180 RMB (est $895 USD) |
| 4 weeks | 6800 RMB (est $1195 USD) |
| 5 weeks | 8370 RMB (est $1395 USD) |
| 6 weeks | 9890 RMB (est $1595 USD) |
* Addtl week = 1520 RMB (est $250 USD)
Note: 10% surcharge may be added for high season during June, July, and August.
Note: Class materials cost 150 RMB ($25 USD).
Holidays
- Jan 1st – New Years
- Jan 23 to 27 – Spring Festival
- April 4 – Qing Ming Festival
- May 1 – Labor Day
- June 23 – Dragon Boat Festival
- Sept 30th to Oct 5th – National Holiday
Arrival
Plan on arriving the day before classes begin to check-in your housing (1 -2 days prior – weekend). Earlier arrivals will require you to arrange own housing. Airport pick-up (Shanghai) is available for 380 RMB ($65 USD) one way. Let us know in advance (e-mail flight details). School staff person meets you at the Shanghai airport…and escorts you to the school or housing. Otherwise, you can take airport transportation on your own for less (public taxi, or private taxi with English speaking driver – can be hired at airport transport desk). Passport & Visa: Both are required. Use your CSA confirmation to apply for your short-term visitor visa. You need a passport first, before you can apply for a visa. See the “Visa/Passport” section.
Requirements
Minimum age is 16. Open to all students and adults from all countries. Passport and Entry Visa required. All students apply for own passport and visa.
Registration
Register online. CSA Registration Deposit of $45 USD required to be fully registered. Can pay online by credit card. CSA also accepts personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, wire transfer, or direct deposit. Please review the “Register Overview” section for details. We will send an e-mail confirmation receipt and additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you..
