Chinese Language Institute (CLI)
Why choose Chinese Language Institute (CLI)?
The Chinese Language Institute (CLI) is China’s leading language and cultural center. CLI offers programs for language learners and college credit seeking students alike. The CLI Immersion Program is the fastest track to Mandarin language proficiency and fluency. Our Immersion Program focuses on one-on-one training, constant interaction, and complete immersion—it's also custom-tailored to your lan...
The Chinese Language Institute (CLI) is China’s leading language and cultural center. CLI offers programs for language learners and college credit seeking students alike. The CLI Immersion Program is the fastest track to Mandarin language proficiency and fluency. Our Immersion Program focuses on one-on-one training, constant interaction, and complete immersion—it's also custom-tailored to your language learning goals. The Chinese Language Institute’s College Study Abroad program is designed for current college students who seek to gain rich international experience, enjoy a large variety of travel excursions, and attend English-taught courses on Chinese politics, economy, and humanities. CLI is the only Chinese language school to be affiliated with a university in Guangxi Province—Guangxi ...
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Incredible experience at CLI
by: Bryan WilhelmProgram: Study Abroad in China – Earn College CreditsI was truly impressed by how well organized the entire experience at CLI was. Airport pick up, welcome dinner, orientation, my Chinese classes, cultural activities, new friends, and on and on. I had an incredible experience and highly recommend CLI.
Fantastic experience!!
by: Liberty HardyProgram: Study Abroad in China – Earn College CreditsI extremely enjoyed my experience at CLI. All of the teachers are so friendly yet so professional. I learnt so much whilst studying there and felt my Chinese improved considerably. I really enjoyed the weekly and weekend activities I especially enjoyed going to Yangshuo. The lunchtime meals were delicious and there were many dishes to choose from. I would recommend CLI it to anyone who truly wants to immerse themselves in the Chinese language and culture.
I never seen and learned do much in a short time
by: Shonn SurberProgram: Study Abroad in China – Earn College CreditsIt is very fast paced without making you feel overcome. I was able to learn more Chinese in a month then I did in two semesters of college Chinese. I saw so many beautiful and historical sights. The food was always great and I never got sick. I did not hear any complaints from anybody, while I was there.
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Clàudia Naranjo
Participated in 2018
Claudia studied East Asian Studies at the Autonomous University of Barcelona and currently is doing a master degree in Internationalization of Small a...
Clàudia Naranjo
Participated in 2018
I studied Chinese at my hometown University (Barcelona) for four years, but I had never been before in China. This year I graduated, so I decided to spend a month in China putting into practice what I learned and also improve my language level.
Tania Yeromiyan
Interviewed in 2019
Tania graduated with a BA in Arabic and Chinese from the University of Leeds in 2016. She spent two years studying in Taiwan and Egypt as part of her ...
Tania Yeromiyan
Interviewed in 2019
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I always wanted to live and work abroad. I was looking for a job opportunity which valued my international outlook and language skills, as well as my desire to connect and meet with people from all over the world. I wanted something more “grassroots” with a community feel rather than something corporate, and CLI ticked all of these boxes perfectly!
Bradford Fried
Interviewed in 2019
Born and raised in Northern Virginia just outside DC, Bradford earned a BA in philosophy from Lewis and Clark College, during which he spent two semes...
Bradford Fried
Interviewed in 2019
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I love sharing Chinese language and culture with the world. My brother and I founded CLI to build lifelong personal connections between China and the world.
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