American Councils (ACTR): Taiwan Intensive Summer Language Program (TISLP)
- Hosted at: National Cheng Kung University
- Location(s): Tainan, Taiwan
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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American Councils (ACTR): Taiwan Intensive Summer Language Program (TISLP)
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The Taiwan Intensive Summer and Semester Language Programs (TISLP) enables dedicated students of Mandarin Chinese to make substantial language gains over the course of summer and semester programming. The program is run at three different sites in... read more
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I gained cultural knowledge and engagement, I increased my language skills and my confidence to speak in academic settings and discuss difficult issues. I also improved my study habits, especially for remote learning. Katriya B - Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey View Entire Review
I had my doubts that an 8-week online program would enable me to advance an entire year in my language studies, but it did! I worked hard, though I still had time to relax and pursue some other interests over the summer. Even though I wasn’t able to travel to Taiwan, I had a language partner who showed me around Taiwan via vid... A student - Stanford University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself personally. It was definitely worthwhile. Anna Lund - Trinity University View Entire Review
Advanced my Chinese communication skills immensely. Angela - Macalester College View Entire Review
Definitely worthwhile! I learned a lot of self-reliance and bravery, living in a place where I can't read the signs (as I don't study traditional characters) and my accent is difficult to understand. A student - Bennington College View Entire Review
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About
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- Chinese - Mandarin
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Area Studies
- Asian Studies
- East Asian Studies
- Chinese Studies
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- East Asian Languages, Literature
- Chinese Language, Literature
- Global Studies
Minimum GPA:
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American Councils (ACTR) Scholarships
As a way to thank our returning participants, all American Councils Study Abroad Alumni who have completed an AC program at the time of application and enroll in another AC Study Abroad program will automatically receive a $250 credit towards an online program, $500 credit towards a summer program, or a $1,000 credit towards a semester program. Interested alumni should indicate their alumni status within the financial aid section of the online program application.
$250-$1,000
All applicants to American Councils summer, semester, or academic-year online or overseas programs are eligible for partial fellowship awards from this fund. Awards are made on the basis of financial need and academic merit and typically range from $250 to $2,500.
$250-$2,500
Fellowship Snapshot Eligibility Upper-level undergraduates (juniors and seniors) and graduate students are eligible to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Award Amount Up to $2,000 (summer); up to $6,000 (semester); up to $12,000 (academic year) Available On All American Councils study abroad programs Established in honor of American Councils’ founder and President Emeritus and his four decades of leadership in the field of international education, the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship supports highly qualified and deserving individuals who would otherwise not have the opportunity to build the language skills that allow them to operate, negotiate, and establish ties in countries critical to U.S. economic, political, and social interests through language study and area studies coursework. Carrying on Dr. Davidson’s legacy, fellowship recipients demonstrate a dedication to successful international collaboration and the development of greater mutual understanding between the U.S. and countries around the world. Fellowships of up to $2,000 will be awarded for summer study, up to $6,000 for semester study and up to $12,000 for academic-year programs. To be eligible for the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship, applicants must: Meet the requirements of their selected program; Be a U.S. citizen; Be enrolled in and have completed two academic years of study at an accredited college or university by the start of their program; Demonstrate a commitment to becoming culturally aware citizens, contributing to a mutual understanding, and advancing successful international collaboration; Demonstrate financial need. To be considered for the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship, simply indicate your wish to be considered for financial aid when completing the application for your selected program and complete all the questions and forms that follow. At the conclusion of their term abroad, participants receiving the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship are expected to meet with donors and write an essay about their study abroad experience.
$2000-$12,000
About the Ministry of Education of Taiwan (MOE) Scholarship The Ministry of Education of Taiwan offers scholarship support for participants of the Taiwan Intensive Summer and Semester Language Programs (TISLP) and Tradition and Modernity in Taiwan (TMT). The scholarships range up to $8,000 and are awarded based on academic merit and financial need. Awards may be combined with other sources of financial aid, including other American Councils scholarships, to cover program costs. About the Funder Since 2016, the MOE has provided critical financial support to more than 260 U.S. students on the American Councils Taiwan Intensive Summer and Semester Language programs. These awards make a vital difference in the ability of U.S. students to engage in intensive immersion-based language study in Taiwan.
Varies, up to $8,000
The American Councils Opportunity Scholarship is available to students who have encountered obstacles or challenges when accessing study abroad, educational exchange, and other academic programs. The scholarship is also available to first generation college students, students from low-income families, U.S. military families, and students with a history of overcoming adversity. These awards are based on both merit and financial need. The awards typically range from $250 to $2,500. Scholarship Snapshot Eligibility All applicants for American Councils Study Abroad programs are eligible to apply. Award Amount From $250 to $2,500 Available On All American Councils study abroad programs
$250-$2500
All applicants to American Councils summer, semester, or academic-year overseas programs are eligible to apply for this scholarship which provides a round-trip ticket from the applicant place of residence in the US to their host city overseas. International round-trip tickets are issued by American Councils and are non-refundable and non-changeable. Awards are made on the basis of financial need and academic merit.
Round Trip Airfare
