Study Abroad in Beijing: Academics

This program is open to students in good standing (2.5 minimum GPA).

Course load Between 12 and 18 credits are available. All students take beginner, intermediate or advanced Mandarin (6 credits) and at least 2 of the 4 other courses.

Assessment/transcripts Students take exams in all courses. Transcripts are issued by Beijing Language and Culture University..

Grades No AIFS participant is permitted to take a course without receiving a letter grade. Pass/fail grade options are not available.

Classes meet for approximately 14 weeks.

Student advising The AIFS Resident Director and staff in the International Education Center are available for student academic advising.

Attendance is mandatory. Students absent from class without prior authorization may receive lower or failing grades.