Cert

Chinese

Learn more about studying Chinese as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate certificate
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    13,560USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Laney College says about their program:

The Laney College Department of Modern Languages offers courses designed to develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels to students who want to learn a second language.

Courses offered are Chinese, French, Japanese and Spanish. These are taught by a team of top-rate teachers who highly value knowledge retention and active student participation while acquainting students with the various cultures.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Successful completion of high school diploma

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    68

  • IELTS 6.5

English proficiency scores are not required for admissions, however having a TOEFL score will help assess whether or not ESOL classes may be required prior to our placement test. Other accepted tests are Duolingo and iTEP scores. Scores must be within the last three years.

English proficiency waivers

  • Applicants whose native language is English
  • Taken college-level courses at a U.S. college/university

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Personal essay
  • Medical examination form
  • Affidavit of support
  • Dependant information form (if applicable)
  • Transfer students required documents (if applicable)
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Fees and funding

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$13,560 per year

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What is the cost of living near Laney College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Laney College

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements