Program Summary
USAC China Program students can choose between two academic tracks. You can enroll in the 912 credit intensive Chinese language tracks and take one or two elective area studies courses, or you can choose to take a single four credit course in elementary Chinese and up to four area studies courses, selecting from Chinese history, literature in translation, government and politics, economics, culture and society, and anthropology, all taught in English. China is an enormously exciting country, and the transformation of its social, political and economic dimensions has brought a new openness and interest in foreigners. USAC classes are held at Sichuan University in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, one of the most scenic areas in all of China. Included in the program are field trips to regional areas of interest. The Chinese Studies Program offers intensive language study up to two years of university language requirements may be met in one semester.
Application Steps
- Complete Module I of Global Engagement with Education Abroad Canvas course, including Education Abroad 101 and attending a Planning Meeting with your Education Advisor.
- Complete the SU-Sponsored/SU-Exchange Program Application in Module II of the Canvas course by February 1 for selected program.
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Scholarships
The following are scholarships that are associated with this particular program. Scholarship application dates can vary, please check accordingly.
Credits
- Credit Range: 12-18
- Credit System: U.S. Semester Credits
- Credit Conversion Rate: 1 U.S. Semester Credit = 1.5 SU Quarter Credits
- Quarter Range: 18-27
- Credit Per Course: 3
- Average Courseload: 4-6
