Study Abroad
The Department of Asian and Asian American Studies offers many short-term study abroad programs during Summer Session II and the academic year. Applications for these and other CSU-IP study abroad programs must be submitted online through CSULB’s Office of Study Abroad. For the latest information on programs, travel restrictions, and virtual programs and internships, visit the Office of Study Abroad website or email studyabroad@csulb.edu.
New Study Abroad Application Guidelines
- March 8 for fall semester programs and calendar year programs (February 1 for Meiji and Ritsumeikan)
- October 1 for spring semester programs (September 1 for Meiji and Ritsumeikan)
- December 15 for most academic year programs
- Apply to any of our programs
- Study Abroad Scholarships Matrix
- Campus Passport Office
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Travel - Check for health warnings and which vaccines are recommended for the areas you are traveling to.
Short-term Programs
Summer Study Abroad Program in Shanghai, PRC
- Study Abroad Program in China
- Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) (TBD)
- Apply to Study at SISU
In cooperation with the Center for International Education, the Department of Asian and Asian American Studies at California State University, Long Beach, will offer a short-term study abroad program in China (Shanghai). The objectives of the Summer Study Abroad Program in China (Shanghai) are: (1) to provide CSULB students with affordable opportunities for international education; and (2) to enable participants to substantially improve their Chinese proficiency by being immersed in the Chinese language and culture for four weeks at Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) in Shanghai, China. Students will enroll in Chinese 311 Advanced Spoken Chinese and earn 3 units from California State University, Long Beach. Students will also transfer 3 additional units back from SISU in Chinese language and/or culture-related studies.
This unique program (tentative SISU program cost $1000 with free accommodation) will provide an opportunity for CSULB students to experience Chinese culture through field trips and local attractions. Language courses in Mandarin will emphasize the subjects of daily life to train students to develop their intermediate to advanced abilities in listening, speaking, reading and writing. By interacting and practicing in the classroom, with local and international students, and participating in various cultural activities and tours, students will have the opportunity to apply in-class lessons to real-life situations within the community. Cultural components of the program include: Oriental TV Tower, Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Zhujiajiao, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese paper-cutting, shallow boxing (Tai-chi), and Chinese acrobatics show, among others.
Estimated Budget*
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Airfare | $1,300 (variable) |
| CSULB Summer Session Tuition | $969 (3 units) |
| Program Cost in SISU | $1,300 (with additional 3 units from SISU) |
| Mandatory Travel Insurance | $85 |
| Subtotal | $3,654 |
| Scholarship | TBD |
| Total | $3,654 (variable) |
* The estimated budget, based on 15 to 20 participants, does not include meals, personal spending money, or optional field trips. The total cost may change slightly, depending on the fluctuating airfare, exchange rate between the dollar and the Chinese RMB and the amount of funds available for scholarships.
Please submit the following documents along with your applications:
- Copy of passport
- One faculty recommendation form
- Official transcript (unofficial if you are CSULB student)
- Proof of health insurance (students may purchase international health insurance through CSULB after being admitted)
- Vaccination record showing tuberculosis and hepatitis updates
- Two passport size photos
- Blood type (can be obtained from Student Health Services)
**Scholarship amount is subject to change without notice.
Completed applications should be submitted online through the Center for International Education. Questions? (562) 985-4645
More information coming soon!
More information coming soon!
Long-term Programs
- China – Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)
- Nara, Japan – Tenri University
- Osaka, Japan – Osaka Gakuin University
- Chiba, Japan – Josai International University
- Kyoto, Japan & Shiga, Japan – Ritsumeikan University
- Tokyo, Japan – Meiji University
