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WHAT'S INCLUDED in our Study in China Full Program Fee

Below are the highlights. We couldn't cram everything onto one page, see this page for the full listing.

• Total Peace of Mind + The Best Learning Experience

  From the moment of application until your departure from China we are here for you to guide and support you.  Our packages start with the pre-departure guide and include everything you need to have a safe and carefree trip: 24 hour hotline, and an experienced staff with years of experience.

• Information and Advice; Help and Assistance

  The EAST-WEST CONNECTION is composed of an experienced international staff mostly from US, Philippines and China which is fluent in English and has long experience in Beijing. The office is conveniently located in the universities area of Beijing and ensure you an easy access from the residence and the classes. We will provide you reliable information and professional assistance during your stay in China to make it a complete positive experience.

• Tuition and Materials

  Our tuition fees are detailed on this page for each program.  All fees, books, and materials are included in the full package.

• After Class Tuition OR 1 ON 1 TUITION

  Learning Mandarin program: Language teachers proficient in English and selected for their professionalism are available after class on afternoons especially for language coaching, homework assistance and to help you to improve your Chinese speaking skills. Coordinated with class teachers, they are trained to efficiently explain specificities of the language.

• Accommodations

  East-West Connection has selected the appropriate accommodation to provide a good learning environment. We understand a safe, clean and comfortable accommodation is important for you then we’ve selected customized double or single room with our partner. Accommodation reservations and arrangements are taken care of by EWC staff before the participants arrive in China. Early applications are advised as accommodations are placed on a first come first served basis.

• Language Exchange Partner Program

  As we want to provide you a global learning experience including understanding China, we’ll help you to meet and spend time with dynamic and open minded locals from Beijing. Participants and their language exchange partners will be able to share their cultures, discuss about their habits in both languages outside language classrooms.

• Electives

  Various electives are repeated throughout the year and may include calligraphy, painting, tai chi, Chinese massage or Chinese cooking.

• Friendship Program

  EAST-WEST CONNECTION can connect you to a network of dynamic students in local universities willing to share time and help you to experience the best out of Beijing life.

  

• Tours and Excursions

  Experienced English and Chinese speaking guides will guide you to the best local attractions such as Tian'anmen Square, the Great Wall, the Summer Palace and the Forbidden City. Admission and transport are provided. Our guides will also help you to practice your Chinese with locals and bringing you to local markets, experiencing your first bargaining in Chinese.

• Orientation Day

  Held on the first day of the program. Includes information briefing (about course, banking services, medical aspects, etc.) and a tour of the classrooms, teaching facilities, student facilities, offices, and surroundings. A special Chinese welcome diner is held followed by a meeting with Chinese students for Friendship and Language partner participants.

• Student Center

  Our institute gives access to an easily accessible Student Lounge, where students can access internet for free and all our resources such as magazines or books covering Chinese teaching to Martial Arts.

• Resources

  We will provide you with all necessary textbooks and Chinese learning materials as you continue your Chinese language learning at the University in Beijing.

• Free Internet

  Free wireless access is available in our offices and students can use internet facilities in the accommodation center.

• Visa

  Once your application is accepted and your enrollment is finalized, we will transmit you documents to obtain a Visa in the People’s Republic of China. The Admission letter and JW202 form will be part of this Visa application support package if required.

• Airport Reception

  Our warm welcome staff will pick you up at the airport and bring you to the accommodation, avoiding you potential hazards and difficulties of your first steps in the program.

• Welcome Packet

  After your arrival in Beijing, you will be provided a welcome bag including prepaid long distance card, magazines, Beijing attractions and tourist guides, Beijing maps (English / Chinese), information about Beijing nightlife, Chinese-English reference menu, some snacks, water, towels and shower shoes. It will also include a guide and emergency contact information (US Embassy in Beijing and Consulates in China as well as EWC emergency contact information).

• Internship and Work-Study Experience

  We provide assistance to connect you with local and foreign companies where you will have the occasion to acquire a work experience and interact with Chinese. The selection process is depending on the matching of your abilities (based on your resume) with the requirements of companies who will enroll you and agree with you on characteristics of the contract.

• Monthly Travel Packages

  Students willing to explore more in depth the greatness of China can take part in discounted customized travel packages to the top national attractions (from Inner Mongolia to Tibet).

• Social Events

  We will propose various social events to discover more the local culture and enjoy Beijing life with your classmates. Events generally include the traditional Beijing Duck dinner, outings to popular Karaoke and local movie theater.

• Airfare

  EAST-WEST CONNECTION program doesn’t include flight tickets from and to China. Though, it is recommended to book in advance to get fares to China starting from 600$.

Study in China Program Options

We offer you four major study in China programs below:

• Option 1: Beginners --1 MONTH MANDARIN^TM
• Option 2: All levels -- COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM: STUDY AT A UNIVERSITY IN CHINA
• Option 3: Beginners -- JOINT PROGRAM (1 MONTH MANDARIN^TM + COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM)
• Option 4: All levels -- MARTIAL ARTS PROGRAMS

See sections below for further details

OPTION 1: 1 MONTH MANDARIN^TM

CHINESE CRASH COURSE FOR BEGINNERS

Students may choose one of the following options:

• Core classes - fee provides for core class tuition only
• Class extra - fee provides for core language course classes, after class tutorials, language and exchange partner program
• Total Program - fee provides for core language course classes, after class tutorials,  language and exchange partner program, accommodations in Beijing, Airport pickup and send off, student Center and Internet access, certificate, orientation and assistance, visa support documents,  free electives social events and free guided tours and much more (as listed above).

1 Month Mandarin^TM: 2010 Dates

1 Month Mandarin^TM: 2010 Fees

NOTE: All prices in US Dollar

• Core Classes Only: Intensive Class
  Core Language Classes only

• Core Classes Extra: Intensive Class
  Core Classes, After-Class Tutorials and Language Exchange Program Only

• Housing Only

• Total Program without Accommodations
  Same as Total Program, but no housing (See "What's Included" at the top of the page for all services included)

• 1 Month Mandarin^TM Total Program with PERSONAL 1-TO-1 TUTOR

  • 8 hours of study per day*
  • (6 in class + 2 hours dedicated tutor*)

  • Included:Optional Quality Palm Pilot, Chinese learning software, Private tutor for every student (2 Hrs per day!!)*, Chinese Learning Books & Proprietary Materials, Access to Internet from Classroom Computers, (See "What's Included" at the top of the page for all services included)

  • *(1 to 1 tutor provided if more than 3 students in the class)

OPTION 2: COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM

Study in China at a University in China + After Class Tutorial & Other Training

ALL LEVELS WELCOME - SHORT TERM to LONG TERM

Fees: Include Accommodation in Beijing, After Class Tuition, Books and Materials, Software, Resource Training and many other services (see the study in China programs page for full list).

Comprehensive Program 2010 Dates

Fees

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OPTION 3: JOINT PROGRAM

1 MONTH MANDARIN^TM CRASH COURSE + COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM), Beginners Only

1 MONTH MANDARIN^TM + Continued Study in China at a University in China

• Program includes: Accommodation in Beijing, Personal Tuition/Assistant 2 hours per class day (for the first month during the 1 Month Mandarin™ portion), After-class tutorials for the duration of your study, Books and Materials and many other services (see the study in China programs page for a full listing.)

• Dates: Dates can coincide with any start date for the 1 Month Mandarin^TM study in China program.

  Durations of this Chinese language program are available from six weeks to 13 months. Durations depend upon the University in China selected and the time of year.

• Fees: Fees depend upon whether or not to a full semester plus the 1 Month Mandarin^TM program or whether or not complete do one semester study in China or other time.

If you are interested in this program, please contact us for more information.

OPTION 4: MARTIAL ARTS PROGRAMS

Martial Arts & Chinese - all levels welcome - start anytime

Interested in both martial arts and Chinese? We have partnered with Chinese martial arts studios to offer instruction in Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Wu Shu, and Ving Tsun (Wing Chun) while you take Chinese classes. The language program is less intense than our 1 Month Mandarin program and is meant to give beginners basic Chinese speaking skills. More advanced students can increase their proficiency through a variety of options.

Martial Arts Only - all levels welcome - start anytime

Study Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Wu Shu, and Ving Tsun (Wing Chun).

If you are interested in this program, please contact us for more information.

OTHER STUDY IN CHINA OPTIONS:

• CORPORATE MANDARIN CHINESE LANGUAGE TRAINING PROGRAMS
• GROUP MANDARIN CHINESE LANGUAGE TRAINING PROGRAMS
• Customized Mandarin Chinese training programs IN CHINA for corporations, organizations, universities and schools, AND GOVERNMENT.

Our custom programs can be well adapted to meet your specific Chinese learning requirements and can also incorporate tours and other support services.

If you are interested in this program, please contact us for more information.

Prices are subject to change.