For students currently in grades 6–8
Eligible for 8th grade*
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
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Travel abroad to China this summer and immerse yourself in the Mandarin language and culture of China. On this language program for high school students, take Mandarin classes in Beijing and explore the historic hutong neighborhoods. Enjoy a one-week homestay with a family in Chengde, camp alongside herders on the Inner Mongolian steppe, and take part in workshops with Chengdu’s avant-garde artists. Sample the Sichuan Province’s renowned cuisine and end your program in the diverse metropolis of Shanghai.

• Take daily Mandarin classes as you explore historic Beijing
• Spend a week living with a Chinese family in Chengde
• Ride horses and sleep in yurts on the Mongolian steppe
• Explore the diversity of Chinese cuisine, tasting dishes from over six regions

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

What to Expect

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What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

A Day in the Life: Chengde​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day during your homestay in our host community.

A Day in the Life:
Chengde​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day during your homestay in our host community.
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This Program is Directed by

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If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

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This Program is Directed by

Sylvie Littledale

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

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Eligible for 8th grade*​
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
Grades 7&8​
Grades 7&8​
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8​
China

2024 Dates

Duration
21 days

Tuition
$ + airfare

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
14–16 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from Los Angeles


 

Additional Info

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

 

2024 Dates

Duration
21 days

Tuition
$ + airfare


 

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
14–16 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from Los Angeles

 

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

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