Chinese Immersion Summer Program

Start any MondayNo fixed summer term One week to one yearChoose the time you have Three instructorsA teaching team built around you Housing includedSeveral living arrangements 夏Summer at CLI A summer program with no fixed summer term CLI's Chinese immersion summer program is a summer entry point to the same Immersion Program that runs throughout the year. There is no single arrival date and no predetermined number of weeks. You choose the Monday that works for you and stay for as much of the summer as your schedule allows. Each weekday includes four hours of one-on-one Chinese with a team of three instructors. Lessons begin at your current level and follow your goals. Outside class, Guilin gives you daily reasons to use what you have learned, whether you are ordering lunch, talking with a driver, visiting a market, or spending time with a local language partner. Because students arrive on different dates, the community changes gradually through the summer. You will meet people staying for a week, a month, an academic break, or much longer. CLI has taught Chinese in Guilin since 2009. Students have come from more than 50 countries and over 400 institutions. 4.96/5Go Overseas rating 5,000+students since 2009 50+countries represented 400+institutions represented 期Choose your dates Use the part of summer you have A short stay can restart a stalled study routine. A longer stay gives new vocabulary and habits more time to settle. The examples below show how the class hours add up. 2weeks A focused reset Useful when work, university, or other travel limits your time. Your teachers can concentrate on a specific problem such as pronunciation, conversation, or an upcoming exam. 40 hours of one-on-one class Other lengths are priced on request Most chosen 4weeks A full month in Guilin Four weeks gives you time to establish a routine, work across several language skills, and use new Chinese repeatedly outside the classroom. 80 hours of one-on-one class $2,870 with a private room at CLI 8weeks A longer learning plan Eight weeks supports a broader learning plan and gives your teachers more time to assess, adjust, and revisit material as your Chinese changes. 160 hours of one-on-one class $5,590 with a private room at CLI Tuition examples include a private room at CLI. Housing choices and program length affect the total. Review current dates and fees. Plan your dates Pick a Monday. Choose how long you stay. Every Monday on this page is a real start date. Choose one, set your length, and see exactly what your summer looks like before you write to admissions. Choose a start Monday Summer dates CLI starts every other Monday of the year too. If your summer sits outside these months, tell admissions your dates. Choose how many weeks Longer stays are welcome 4weeks in Guilin 1 week12 weeks 2 weeks 4 weeks 6 weeks 8 weeks A full summer Three teachers, one plan. Your instructors coordinate reading and writing, listening and speaking, and review. 日A weekday at CLI Four hours in class, then the rest of the day in Guilin CLI runs four two-hour class blocks each weekday. You attend two of them and use the remaining time for review, errands, activities, meals, and life around Guilin. Morning Class or guided preparationYour assigned sessions may begin at 8:20 or 10:30. If class comes later, use the morning for homework and daily errands. 12:30 PM Lunch and a breakEat near CLI, join the optional weekday meal plan, or practice ordering somewhere new. Afternoon Class or city practiceAfternoon sessions begin at 2:00 and 4:10. Students who finish class earlier have time for self-study and exploration. Evening Dinner, review, and communityReview the day's material, meet other students, or join an activity at CLI. Weekend Excursions or independent travelStudents often use weekends for Yangshuo, the Longsheng rice terraces, hiking, rest, and travel elsewhere in China. This is an example rather than a fixed timetable. Each student attends two of CLI's four daily class blocks, for four total hours each weekday. 择How CLI is different A flexible alternative to a fixed summer term University summer programs and language-school group courses can be a good fit when their calendar and curriculum match yours. CLI takes a different approach. Program featureTypical fixed summer termCLI Immersion Program Start dateOne or two scheduled arrivalsAny Monday of the year LengthSet by the institutionOne week to one year Class formatUsually group instruction20 one-on-one hours each week CurriculumShared syllabus and class paceAdjusted to your level and goals PlacementBroad level bandsIndividual assessment and planning CommunityOne cohort arrives togetherStudents arrive and depart throughout summer HousingOften arranged separatelyIncluded, with several options 桂Your summer in Guilin A city where Chinese stays part of the day Guilin is large enough to give students plenty to do, but it remains easy to navigate. English is less common in daily life than in China's largest international cities, so ordinary routines become useful language practice. The city's karst mountains, rivers, parks, markets, and neighborhoods are close at hand. Yangshuo and the Longsheng rice terraces are both within reach for weekend trips. Guilin's karst skyline at sunset The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas 含Included in tuition Class, housing, and help with the practical parts CLI handles the basic structure around your stay so you can concentrate on learning Chinese and getting comfortable in Guilin. 20 weekly hours of one-on-one Chinese Three coordinated instructors Housing accommodations Airport or train station pickup and drop-off Pre-departure guidance and orientation Formal language assessments Some weekly activities Ongoing and emergency support Welcome and farewell dinners Optional local language partner Some excursions and special activities require students to pay the provider's direct ticket or venue cost. International airfare, visa fees, and personal expenses are not included. Choose how you live Options can include a private room at CLI, a homestay, a private apartment, or an apartment with Chinese housemates. Availability varies by length and date. See housing options "I came to CLI for a total of three months during the summer. By the time I left, I was speaking Chinese at a much faster, more natural speed." Sarah · Immersion Program student 声Student experience What stays with students "After a couple weeks, I was having slow conversations with taxi drivers, long chats with people in shops, and waking up thinking in Chinese."Dave · Six weeks · Second visit to CLI Read independent CLI reviews on Go Overseas 问Planning questions Chinese immersion summer program FAQ Does CLI run on fixed summer dates? No. CLI's Immersion Program runs throughout the year. You can begin on any Monday and choose a stay from one week to one year, subject to availability. Summer is simply the part of the year when many students use a university break, vacation time, or a work sabbatical to attend. Who can join the program? This page is for independent students who will be at least 18 when their program begins. CLI welcomes university students, professionals, recent graduates, adult learners, and travelers who want Chinese study to be the main purpose of their time in China. How much Chinese class will I have each week? You receive 20 hours of one-on-one Chinese each week. CLI runs four two-hour class blocks every weekday, and you are assigned two of them. Your three instructors coordinate the week across reading and writing, listening and speaking, and comprehensive review. Can I come as a complete beginner? Yes. No prior Chinese is required. Beginners usually start with pronunciation, practical vocabulary, listening, and basic communication. Students who already speak Chinese can focus on fluency, reading, business Chinese, test preparation, or another goal agreed with their teachers. Will I be part of a summer cohort? There is no single fixed cohort. Students arrive and depart on different Mondays, but they share common areas, activities, outings, meals, and daily life at CLI. This gives the summer a steady community without requiring everyone to follow the same calendar or syllabus. Is housing included? Yes. Tuition includes housing. Depending on your dates, length, and preferences, options may include a private room at CLI, a homestay, a private apartment, or an apartment with Chinese housemates. A private room at CLI is often the simplest choice because your bedroom and classrooms are in the same building. Do I need a Chinese visa? That depends on your nationality, program length, travel plans, and the entry rules in effect when you travel. Some shorter stays may qualify for visa-free entry, while other students need a student visa. After acceptance, CLI will review the appropriate route with you and provide supporting materials when needed. Can I earn university credit? Some students arrange transfer credit through their home university. CLI can provide syllabi, course descriptions, class-hour documentation, certificates, and information about official transcripts through Guangxi Normal University. If credit is central to your plans, review CLI's Study Abroad in China program and speak with your university before enrolling. What does summer tuition include? Tuition includes 20 weekly hours of one-on-one Chinese, housing, airport or train station pickup and drop-off, orientation, some activities, welcome and farewell dinners, and ongoing student support. Airfare, visa fees, personal spending, and the direct cost of optional excursions are separate. When should I apply? Admissions are rolling, but summer dates and certain housing choices can fill. If your travel dates are fixed, inquire early enough to leave time for admission, flights, and any visa process. Accepted students typically receive an admissions decision within three weekdays. What is the difference between this page and CLI's Immersion Program? They describe the same academic program. This page explains how independent adults can use CLI's year-round Immersion Program during the summer. The main Chinese Immersion Program page contains the complete year-round program details. 夏 Start with a conversation Tell us what your summer looks like Send your preferred start date, number of weeks, current Chinese level, and housing preference. Admissions will answer your questions and tell you honestly whether the program fits. 01Send your dates and a few details about your Chinese. 02Admissions checks availability and replies within 48 hours, usually sooner. 03If the program is right for you, continue to the full application. Plan your stay in Guilin This is an inquiry, not an application. Add any questions you want the admissions team to answer. Ready now? Start the Immersion Program application. Between classes at the CLI Center ↑