CET Beijing: Intensive Language
CET Beijing, in operation since 1982, has Chinese language learning down to a science. Intensive Chinese language classes are taught by outstanding, seasoned instructors. Chinese language excursions get you out the door and into the city. A full-time Chinese language pledge keeps language learning going around the clock. And Chinese roommates share every part of the experience. You'll make exceptional gains in your language skills over the course of the term. This program is open to all language levels, from beginners to heritage learners.
Your Chinese Will Improve by Leaps and Bounds.
- A full load of intensive, integrated Chinese language classes that cover at least one year of Chinese in a term.
- Full-time Chinese language pledge.
- Chinese roommates.
- No language prerequisite for the fall, spring, and summer terms.
- The four-week January Term is a perfect warm-up to any spring China program. It is open to students with at least 3 previous semesters of Chinese.
Visit the CET website to apply and learn more about this program.
Mental Health & Wellness Resources
To ensure a successful study abroad experience, it is important to research the mental health and wellness resources provided by the study abroad program to determine if they offer appropriate support for your particular needs.
CET provides 24/7 emergency contact (800-225-4262) and publishes health alerts related to their programs. Mental health counseling is available to students at international clinics in Beijing, and is fully covered by the included GeoBlue insurance plan. In addition, there are a variety of health facilities available to students in Beijing. We urge you to explore these resources via the links that CET has provided below to determine if your needs will be met.
Requirements for Vassar students
Vassar students must have completed two years of college-level Chinese or the equivalent in order to apply. Students are expected to enroll in a Chinese language course at the appropriate level while studying with CET.
