Study Abroad in Nanjing: Overview
Program at a glance
- Fall or spring semester
- Open to college freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
- 2.5 minimum GPA required
- Program fees include tuition, housing, meals, excursions and cultural activities, airfare if selected, visit to Beijing and Xian, and more
- Special program in Mandarin language study for beginners and intermediate levels taught in Mandarin by University professors for 5 credits
- Courses taught in English on Chinese Cultural History, Economic and Business Development in China, and Chinese Philosophy and Religion (3 to 4 credits)
- Students are enrolled in the Nanjing University Institute for International Students and live in on-campus student housing with University cafeteria meal allowance and access to the social and cultural life of the University
- The local AIFS Resident Director and staff organize cultural activities and housing, act as a liaison between students and the university, and are available 24/7 in case of emergencies
- Transcripts issued by Nanjing University
- Student visa must be obtained from the Chinese consulate before departure from the U.S.
Application and scholarship deadlines
- Applications must be postmarked by May 1 for academic year or fall semester; November 15 for spring semester. Applications postmarked after this date are subject to a late fee of $250. Apply online now!
- AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships available. The scholarship application deadlines are April 15 for academic year or fall semester; October 1 for spring semester.


