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Why Go To China?

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Top Attractions

  • Visit the Forbidden City in Beijing
  • Walk along the Great Wall of China
  • Discover the ancient Terracotta Army in Xi'an
  • Find the pandas in Chengdu
  • Travel to the Li River for some breathtaking views
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Internships & Jobs

  • If you are interested in an internship in Chengdu or Shanghai through USAC make sure to send in your application forms prior to the start of the program specifying your field of interest.
  • For more info check the Internship Opportunities and Application document on your Student Gateway.
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Food

  • Tofu! Yes....tofu, while a common food to eat elsewhere in the world, China is home to some of the tastiest and most succulent tofu.
  • Hong Chang. If you have the opportunity to visit Heilongjiang, try this Post Russian Revolution gem of art, a pork sausage with a history!
  • If you are fortunate to be in China during the summer try a delicious Yang Mei (Chinese Bayberry), best for those with a palate for the tart. 
For specific sites, hover over above regions.
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Budget

  •  Currency: Renminbi
  • Tipping: Not common
  • Meal Range: Anywhere from 3-12.5 US Dollars for a Lunch/Dinner meal. Breakfast is generally cheaper that is around .5-3 US dollars. 
  • Average hostel bed price: $10
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Visa Info

  • Most countries will require that you obtain a student visa prior to your departure for that country.
  • A student visa is a document issued by the government of the host country, giving you permission to live and study there. In most cases, when you apply for this visa, you must submit your official U.S. Passport so that the appropriate agency can place an official stamp/sticker in it.
  • Visa requirements vary greatly from country-to-country. The fees and regulations will also vary.
  • For further information, refer to: http://www.china-embassy.org/eng/hzqz/zgqz/t84243.htm
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Language: Mandarin Chinese

  • "Hello" : Hāi
  • "How Much?" : Duōshǎo
  • "How are you?" : Nǐ hǎo ma​
  • "I don't speak Modern Chinese": Wǒ bù huì shuō zhōngwén
  • "Please" : Qǐng
  • "Thank you" : Xièxiè​
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