Program Details
Location
Taipei,
Taiwan
Term
Summer Session
Housing
Dormitory
Languages Taught In
Chinese/Mandarin
Sponsor
Chinese Flagship
Program Eligibility
Student Type
UofM Students
Student Year
Sophomores
Juniors
Seniors
GPA
3.0
Language Prerequisite
Minimum 2 semesters college-level Chinese; Must be a student in the Chinese Flagship program
Program Model
Program Structure
This is an affiliate program. You receive resident credit for the courses you take. Your grades factor into your University of Minnesota GPA and each course appears on your transcript with an A/F grade. Consult the Learning Abroad Center's Academic Policies for more information.
The International Chinese Language Program (ICLP), based at National Taiwan University (NTU), and the TKU Chinese Language Flagship Program, based at Tamkang University (TKU), in Taipei, Taiwan, provide intensive Chinese language instruction in a Mandarin-speaking environment. Consult the University of Minnesota's Chinese Flagship program website for more details on eligibility. The University of Minnesota's department of Asian & Middle Eastern Studies (AMES) works directly with you about the application process for this program. Contact our campus Chinese Flagship adviser, Claudia Hasegawa, for more details about the programs, the application process, and how you can fulfill the Chinese Flagship summer study abroad requirement.
Coursework
Summer Programs
ICLP
You will enroll in 12 semester credits during the 9-week program. Coursework consists of a combination of small group and one-on-one instruction. While speaking is a core component of the ICLP curriculum, all classes provide comprehensive training in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Coursework may include reading materials, recorded audio materials, written assignments, and speeches.
TKU
You will enroll in 10 semester credits during the 8-week program. Coursework consists of a combination of small group and one-on-one instruction. While speaking is a core component of the TKU curriculum, all classes provide comprehensive training in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Coursework may include reading materials, recorded audio materials, written assignments, and speeches.
The Chinese Language Flagship faculty will determine the equivalency of coursework taken abroad to Chinese coursework offered on the UMTC campus.
Dates Details
There is a two-part application process for both ICLP and TKU. You will apply through the Learning Abroad Center website as well as through either the ICLP or TKU website.
Visit ICLP's website, or TKU's website, for program dates and application deadlines. Also consult with your Chinese Flagship adviser for additional information about program dates and deadlines.
Application Deadline for Summer 2025
ICLP: forthcoming
TKU: forthcoming
Orientation Dates & Locations
Orientation consists of several sessions, all of which are created to support your preparation to go abroad:
- Online Health & Safety Orientation: This asynchronous module can be accessed in your LAC checklist and is mandatory.
- Chinese Language Flagship Orientation: UofM-specific information will be covered (academic planning, finances, etc.).
- Affiliate Provider Orientation: This orientation will cover program-specific information from the host institution. You will receive information directly from either ICLP or TKU regarding a pre-departure orientation leading up to your departure.
The Learning Abroad Center also offers 2 optional orientations:
Fees
If you do not see a budget estimate for the term you intend to go abroad, the fee has not yet been finalized. We strive to post fees for this program at least 30 days prior to the application deadline.
University of Minnesota participants pay the program fee instead of on-campus tuition and fees for the term they are abroad.
How to Calculate the Total Program Fee
To calculate your total program fee
Find your Affiliate program fee
Find your Affiliate Program Fee
To locate ICLP's published program fees, visit their cost information page. To locate TKU's published program fees, visit their cost information page.
Add APAAC
Refer to the Affiliate Program Fees. Follow instructions on that page to determine your APAAC.
Add International Health Insurance
You will be billed approximately $2/day for your international health insurance.
Subtract Affiliate Fee Reduction
Visit the Affiliate Program Fees to determine the fee reduction you receive for being a University of Minnesota student.
What Is the APAAC?
Students participating on affiliated programs are charged a program fee that is inclusive of the affiliate's program fee, University of Minnesota Advising, Placement, Academic, and Administrative Costs (APAAC), and international health insurance. The APAAC covers:
- Application processing
- Advising services, orientation
- Course registration
- Grade transfer and posting for resident credit
- Program billing and assistance with financial aid (when applicable)
Based on these additional services and benefits, the total program fee may be higher than the affiliate's published program fee.
Billing & Payments
Visit Billing for information about the billing process for application fees, deposits, and program fees.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Visit Financial Information for information on using financial aid and scholarships for study abroad.
Bridging Loan
Bridging Loan, a no-interest/no-fees loan that funds the confirmation deposit and/or flights cost, is available for this program for eligible students going abroad during an eligible term.
Cancellation Policy
Before you apply to or confirm your participation on this program, review the Learning Abroad Center's Cancellation Policy to inform yourself of the timeline and financial obligations for canceling
ICLP Taiwan Summer 2025
Chinese Flagship: ICLP TaiwanSummer 2025 |
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|---|---|
Program Fee
|
|
| Non-refundable deposit | $400 |
| Tuition and educational costsStudent pays program deposit ($18,000 NTD) directly to ICLP (this is in addition to LAC's $400 USD deposit) | $5,849 |
| International health insurance | $136 |
| Housing and/or mealsHousing is included in the program fee | $1,725 |
| Transportation (if required and included in program fee) | $0 |
| Total Program Fee | $8,110 |
| Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable | $0 |
| Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable | $8,110 |
Estimated Additional Expenses
|
|
| Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad. | |
| Transportation to and from program site | $3,000 |
| Passport/photos | $175 |
| Visa/required documents | $0 |
| Travel clinic/immunizations* | $0 |
| Housing deposit | $250 |
| Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure | $3,425 |
| Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country | |
| Texts/materials | $0 |
| Housing and/or meals not included in program feemeals | $1,200 |
| Essential daily living expenses | $500 |
| Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country | $1,700 |
Total Estimated Cost of Participation
|
|
| Total Estimated Cost of Participation | $13,235 |
| Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation | $300 |
| Additional Notes & Information | |
| * Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage. | |
TKU Taiwan Summer 2025
Chinese Flagship: TKU TaiwanSummer 2025 |
|
|---|---|
Program Fee
|
|
| Non-refundable deposit | $400 |
| Tuition and educational costsStudent pays program deposit ($500 USD) directly to TKU (this is in addition to LAC's $400 USD deposit) | $5,020 |
| International health insurance | $115 |
| Housing and/or mealsHousing is included in the program fee | $1,470 |
| Transportation (if required and included in program fee) | $0 |
| Total Program Fee | $7,005 |
| Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable | $0 |
| Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable | $7,005 |
Estimated Additional Expenses
|
|
| Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad. | |
| Transportation to and from program site | $3,000 |
| Passport/photos | $175 |
| Visa/required documents | $0 |
| Travel clinic/immunizations* | $0 |
| Housing deposit | $0 |
| Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure | $3,175 |
| Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country | |
| Texts/materials | $0 |
| Housing and/or meals not included in program feemeals | $1,200 |
| Essential daily living expenses | $500 |
| Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country | $1,700 |
Total Estimated Cost of Participation
|
|
| Total Estimated Cost of Participation | $11,880 |
| Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation | $300 |
| Additional Notes & Information | |
| * Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage. | |
Prepare
Complete pre-application advising.
Apply
The COVID-19 vaccine series is strongly recommended, pursuant to CDC guidelines, but not required for participation in this program.
You will be charged a $50 application fee for each application you submit.
Complete
After you submit your application, you will receive an email notification confirming that your application was received. Submitted applications are assigned an application checklist, which will include the following items:
Submit directly to host institution:
- ICLP Summer Flagship application (note this is different from the standard ICLP summer program)
- TKU Summer Flagship application (note this is different from the standard TKU summer program)
These are Learning Abroad Center/Chinese Language Flagship programs that are offered in partnership with ICLP and TKU. You will complete application materials for the Learning Abroad Center and receive follow-up information from either ICLP or TKU. Detailed descriptions and instructions for submitting each checklist item are included on the application checklist assigned to you. You will return confirmation materials to the office that requested them (Learning Abroad Center, ICLP, or TKU).
Once your application checklist is complete, your application is reviewed by ICLP or TKU. You will be notified of an acceptance decision by ICLP or TKU. If accepted, you will be assigned a confirmation checklist by the Learning Abroad Center, which you will complete to confirm your participation in the program. If at any point you decide not to continue with the application process, log in to your Learning Abroad Center application and submit a cancellation request.
Next Steps
- Upon submitting the online application, you will receive an automated email message indicating your application was received.
- Follow the instructions on your application checklist to submit all of the items. Your application is not considered complete until all items on your application checklist are either received or waived.
- Complete the affiliate program's application requirements as applicable.
- Your completed application is reviewed by our program team. If nominated for participation, the Learning Abroad Center contacts the affiliate's staff to notify them of your status.
- You will be notified of an admission decision by email. If admitted, you will be assigned a confirmation checklist. Log in to the online application to review the confirmation checklist and submit the required items.
- Do not pay the affiliate’s confirmation deposit. The affiliate accepts the Learning Abroad Center’s deposit as indication of confirmation. The Learning Abroad Center deposit is submitted by completing the Confirmation and Payment Agreement found on the confirmation checklist assigned to you.
- If you decide not to continue with the application process, log in to the online application and submit a Cancel Request. You must also notify your affiliate of your cancellation.
Program Contact
For further information or questions about this program, contact Claudia Hasegawa at [email protected], or call 612.625.6534.