Office of International Programs

Office of International Programs
UNCP
One University Drive
Pembroke, NC 28372-1510

Phone: 910.775.4095
Fax: 910.521.6864
Email: ip@uncp.edu

Location: International Programs
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UNCP Program in China
Faculty-Led
12 May - 3 June
Summer 2010

Application Deadline:
February 5, 2010

Academics

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has partnered with CCIEE and Xi'an University of Posts and Telecommunications (XUPT) in China to offer a 3-week study abroad program focusing on Chinese history and culture.

Chinese History and Culture (3 credits). Taught by a XUPT faculty member, this
course is intended to enhance students’ knowledge of China in relation to language, art, history, and politics. In addition to class time, students will participate in cultural events in and around Xi'an that enhance their learning experience.

WLS 3300 Study Abroad- Students who successfully study abroad in a University-approved program will be required to prepare a substantive report regarding their experiences while abroad or report on a particular point of interest they may have researched while in a foreign country.

Please note: Due to the program structure passport deadlines and payment deadlines are firm. Please see below for more details.

China Schedule

11-May

Tuesday

Hotel in Raleigh

Optional

12-May	Wednesday	Travel from USA	Early AM
13-May	Thursday	Arrival/Beijing
14-May	Friday	Beijing	Forbidden City and Great Wall Visits
15-May	Saturday	Beijing	Summer Palace / Show
16-May	Sunday	Travel to Xi'an
17-May	Monday	XUPT	Orientation
18-May	Tuesday	XUPT	Class
19-May	Wednesday	XUPT	Class
20-May	Thursday	XUPT	Class
21-May	Friday	XUPT	Class
22-May	Saturday	Excursion	Terracotta Warriors
23-May	Sunday	Free Day
24-May	Monday	XUPT	Class
25-May	Tuesday	XUPT	Class
26-May	Wednesday	XUPT	Class
27-May	Thursday	XUPT	Class
28-May	Friday	XUPT	Class
29-May	Saturday	Excursion	Fa Men Temple
30-May	Sunday	Free Day
31-May	Monday	Travel/ Shanghai	Tang Dynasty Show
1-June	Tuesday	Shanghai	City Tour
2-June	Wednesday	Shanghai	Free Time
3-June	Thursday	Travel to USA	Arrive USA

**Please note. Schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the faculty leader.

Great Wall of China

Study Abroad Includes:

■ Round trip airport transportation on May 11 and June 3. (USA)
■ Round-trip airport shuttle. (China)
■ Round-trip airfare (USA to Beijing/from Shanghai).
■ Meals in Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai.

■ Housing (2 students per room).

■ Chinese History and Culture class (XUPT)-3 credits.

■ Visa (Required for entry in to China).

■ International Health Insurance (Required).

Study Abroad Does NOT Include:

■ Tuition/fees for WLS 3300-Study Abroad.

■ Hotel room at RDU on May 11. Due to the early flight departure, students may want to consider a room at LaQuinta Inn at RDU Airport.

■ Cost for US Passport.

Cost: $2,950 (approximate)

You must have approval from the Study Abroad Coordinator. You must be registered for WLS 3300-Study Abroad (3 credits). Tuition and fees for UNCP Maymester course are not included in cost of faculty-led study abroad to China.

Financial Aid

This is an approved study abroad program through the Center for International Programs and may qualify for financial aid. In order to qualify for financial aid a student must be registered for full-time studies (6-credits) in the summer. Most grants, loans, or scholarships should apply to this approved program. Please direct all questions about student financial aid eligibility to the Director of Financial Aid, Bruce Blackmon.

Additional Information:

You will need to have a valid US Passport (not included in cost of program) to participate in this study abroad. Please visit the Department of State website for a US Passport application: http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

China requires a visa for entry. The Center for International Programs will collect all student passports and process your visa as a group. You must have your US passport or have applied for your passport by January 15, 2010. The cost of your visa is included.

Payment Plan:
February 5, 2010- $1,500 deposit due.

March 5, 2010- $1450 balance is due.

Please note that all deposits/payments are non-refundable.

Visa: Students will be required to attend one of the visa application workshops at the IP office. Dates TBD.

Eligibility

All students at UNC Pembroke are eligible to participate in this Study Abroad, provided that they meet the following minimum requirements:

Completion of 15 credits in residence, minimum, at time of departure, and a completed UNCP Study Abroad Application.
Approved programme of study.
Minimum 2.50 GPA at time of application.
Register for 3-credit course at UNCP. Not included in the cost of study abroad.
Conduct report. Applicants must be in Good Academic Standing and have no outstanding debt at UNCP.

Application - Contact Robyn Deemer, Study Abroad Coordinator, to apply for the China program. E-mail: robyn.deemer@uncp.edu, 910.521.6573, or stop by the Center for International Programs office (physical address: 902 Dogwood Lane).