In every classroom, two factors play a critical  role: the dedication of the teacher and the motivation of the students. In the Chinese School, we choose our faculty from among the most dedicated, hardworking professionals in academia.

Before they begin, our teachers participate in intensive training sessions designed to prepare them for the rigors of an immersive language environment. Throughout the summer, teacher-trainers monitor all new teachers, providing encouragement and input to help them improve.

Every day, you’ll meet your teachers for four hours of classroom learning. Your contact time with them will also include daily individual review sessions, as well as drop-in evening office hours. Between times, you will join your teachers in cocurricular activities—living the language in a variety of real-life situations—in everything from tai chi to hiking, theater, and dance. Other Chinese School activities include Calligraphy Club, Cooking Club, Chinese Poetry Club, and Majiang (Mahjong).

Students in the Chinese School are selected from a pool of highly qualified, highly motivated learners. Supported by the Language Pledge, they form a community dedicated to mutual advancement. When you leave campus at summer’s end, you’ll say goodbye to friends you will likely meet again later—as professional colleagues in the Chinese-speaking world.

欢迎光临明德大学中文署校网站！
Welcome to the Chinese School!


• Applicants to the Chinese School are also eligible to apply for the Kathryn Davis Fellowship for Peace, which covers tuition, room, board, and provides a stipend.  Please click here for more information.