Centre-in-China

Fall 2012

In the fall of 2012, the fifth group of Centre students will travel to China to study at the University of Shanghai—located in a city containing more people than everyone living in Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi. They will study Chinese Conversation (Mandarin), Chinese Culture, and Asian Economics, and they live on Shanghai University's spacious Yanchang campus in modern, single rooms with air conditioning, TV, telephone, and a shared bath. Find out more about the Centre-in-China experience here.

Eligibility. This program is open to all Centre students. It will be of particular interest to students interested in international studies, financial economics, modern languages, history, or anthropology—or who are thinking about future careers in areas where spoken Chinese would be extraordinarily helpful, such as government, business, public relations, commerce, marketing, travel, etc.

Coursework. The courses taken while in Shanghai are Chinese Conversation (Mandarin), Chinese History & Culture, and Asian Economics.

Housing. Students live on Shanghai University’s spacious Yanchang campus in housing for international students.

Cost. The cost is the same as studying in Danville, with the exception of a $350 non-refundable deposit/surcharge and a portion of the airfare. Centre subsidizes the airfare for this program so that students going on it pay no more than if they were studying in England. In addition, students with low EFC’s (Expected Families Contributions) and large “gaps” may qualify for additional help from the Davidson Fund.

Program Dates for 2012. Students taking part in the fall 2012 program will fly out of the States on Sept. 1 (arriving in Shanghai on Sept. 2) and will fly home on Dec. 22.

Learn more about this program at a meeting on January 10, 2012, at 6:45 p.m. in the Davidson room of Carnegie. Students who have previously studied in Shanghai will be there to answer questions. Meanwhile, check out the travel journals of Centre students who recently studied abroad in China.

How to Apply. Application and faculty recommendation forms can be picked up from the bookshelf in the Center for Global Citizenship or at one of the study-abroad meetings on November 21, 29, or January 5. You should give the recommendation forms to your faculty recommenders early in January. Turn in your completed application at the Study-Abroad office no later than noon on Wednesday, February 8. You may not email your application in. The selection committee may interview all applicants. You will learn of your status by e-mail on February 24.

$350 Deposit by NOON, Tuesday, March 6th. In order to hold your slot, you must pay the nonrefundable $350 deposit at the Cashier's Office in Boles Hall by noon on Tuesday, March 6th. If you later decide to withdraw from the program, the $350 non-refundable deposit is, as its name implies, not refundable.

Medical Insurance. Students studying abroad through any Centre program receive travel and accident insurance at no additional cost. Centre's Study Abroad Insurance, while provided through EIIA (Educational & Institutional Insurance Administrators), is administered through AIG Assist. Every student studying abroad with Centre College receives an AIG Assist contact and information card as well as a passport sticker. Each has the Centre insurance policy number, which is the only information needed to receive services. The categories of coverage provided are: accident and sickness ($100,000 limit with a $250 deductible); emergency medical evacuation and emergency family travel ($100,000 limit); accidental death and disability ($200,000 limit); and repatriation of remains ($100,000 limit). For specific questions, please contact the International Programs office at 859.238.5285 or leigh.cocanougher@centre.edu.

Book Air Tickets Early to Save Money. Students in the past have generally been able to find economical round-trip air tickets. Some have found studentuniverse.com, statravel.com, or hipmunk.com helpful sites. Book early for the lowest prices.

Passport. If you do not currently have a passport that will remain valid for at least three months after your return, begin the process of obtaining one as soon as you are selected. In the recent past, some students have waited three months to receive a passport, even though the passport agency has stated that it will take six to eight weeks. Do it now!

To see photos from recent Centre-in-China experiences, click here.

 

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