Saint Louis University - Study Abroad

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General Information

Beijing began as a small trading town back in 1000 B.C. but now is host to centuries of Chinese history and culture. Located in the northeast region of the country, Beijing has a population of 12 million, and is growing to be a powerhouse of international trade.

Beijing, is not only the capital of China but is also the cultural, economic and transportation center of the country. Home to the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square and many more sites, Beijing offers the opportunity to really experience China.

Beijing Study Center

The Beijing program is offered through the Beijing Center for Chinese Studies (TBC), which is made up of a consortium of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The center is housed at the University of International Business & Economics, close to many of the main attractions.

The program offers morning language classes with afternoon and evening seminars in English. You can take introductory business courses as well as courses covering the Chinese culture, ranging from Chinese Religion to the Martial Arts.

Chinese language courses are available and range from beginner to advanced. The courses consist of 10 hours of class time, class sizes ranging from 3 to 12 students, and 2 hours of language labs per week. Also, students are assigned a Chinese university student as a private tutor to help prepare for class and assignments.

Courses Available

The list of courses, which are taught in English, can be found here.

Housing

Students are housed in the International Student Residence on UIBE’s campus. This is a six story residence hall where students are assigned living quarters on floors 2-6. Standard rooms are double occupancy.

Each student room is furnished with the following: beds with pillows, sheets, towels, blankets and comforters (students exchange linens twice a month) desks with lamps and chairs, and one bookcase per student. In addition each room has one night table, one small table with two chairs, one phone, one hot water thermos, two built-in closets and one rented refrigerator. Each room is heated in the winter and air-conditioned in the summer. Each room has a private bath with toilet (western), sink and shower. Hot water is provided daily between the hours of 6:00 - 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 – 11:00 p.m. The Assistant to the Director of Student Development and two Residence Assistants live in the International dormitory.

Roommates are assigned by TBC or students may request a specific roommate. Rooms and roommates may be switched only after seeing the Director of Student Development.

Program Fees

The total cost of the program fees, including tuition, room (no meals) and some excursions is $18,000 per semester for the 2008-2009 academic year. All SLU financial aid and scholarships, with the exception of those geared specifically towards housing, will go with the student. In addition, a mandatory $250 international insurance fee per semester will be added to the student's account.

Academic Calendar

Fall Semester: August 24 - December 19, 2008
Spring Semester: TBA
Summer Program: N/A

Requirements

In order to obtain admission, which is not guaranteed, a student must meet the following requirement(s):

2.8 GPA
Not be in academic or disciplinary probation

Application

To apply, please submit the following documents: (Applications will not be reviewed until all documents have been received)

Application (with essay & recommendations)
$50 application fee payable to "Loyola University Chicago"
Official transcripts in a SEALED ENVELOPE from all colleges/universities attended