Here is a list of US universities that offer Chinese immersion programs over the summer.
Looking for overseas programs? Go here. From outside the US but your country has a great immersion program? Let me know and I'll add a section.
Updated June 2021. This is only intended to be a reference -- please check program pages for the most up-to-date information!
Program | Host University | Program Location | Program Length | Program Cost* | Levels Taught** |
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Chinese Flagship Immersion Program | University of Rhode Island | Kingston, Rhode Island | 8 weeks | $5200 | Beginner |
Flagship Chinese Institute (FCI) | Indiana University | Bloomington, Indiana | 8 weeks | $5300 | Novice, Beginner, Intermediate |
Intensive Chinese Summer Program | Middlebury College | Middlebury, Vermont | 8 weeks | $9100 | Novice, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
* Program cost includes tuition and room and board. It does not include personal, travel, dining, or other expenses.
** How many years of college-level study are recommended for each class level (I came up with this scale myself to help people find programs more easily -- check individual program pages for more specific information):
Novice = none
Beginner = one year
Intermediate = two years
Advanced = three years
Advanced high = four or more years
Heritage = growing up speaking Chinese at home