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Studying abroad is a transformative cornerstone of a liberal arts education, challenging students to communicate in a foreign language, navigate unfamiliar environments, and build the resilience, independence, and cultural adaptability necessary for global leadership.

By using the local language to connect with people, students gain a deep, lived understanding of the cultural, social, economic, and political forces that shape our world. For Chinese Studies students and East Asian Studies students, living in East Asia allows students to move beyond textbooks to quickly advance their language skills and experience the region first-hand. 

Chinese Studies majors are required to study abroad in an approved program in a Chinese-speaking country for a full academic semester, or at least eight weeks during the summer. 

Chinese Studies minors are required to participate in an international experience in a Chinese-speaking country for at least four weeks, but the department strongly recommends that Chinese Studies minors study abroad for a full semester in an approved program in a Chinese-speaking country. 

East Asian Studies majors are required to study abroad in an approved program in East Asia for a full academic semester, or participate in a faculty-approved independent research project, internship, or study abroad program in East Asia for at least six weeks during the summer.

East Asian Studies minors are required to participate in an international experience in East Asia for at least four weeks, but the department strongly recommends that East Asian Studies minors study abroad for a full semester in an approved program in East Asia.

The Office of Education Abroad offers access to over 140 approved programs across six continents, including numerous high-quality options in East Asia. We encourage all students to meet with an education abroad advisor to explore these diverse opportunities, discuss financial aid and grant options, and tailor a global experience that aligns with their academic and professional goals.