4.8 - 171 Reviews

The Asia Institute

https://asiainstitute.org/

The Asia Institute is a program provider offering 40 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Graduate Program abroad programs in 9 countries such as China, Hong Kong (SAR), Malaysia, and Singapore.

Established in 2006, the Asia Institute has created a partnership network connecting the private, public, not-for-profit and education sectors. Our primary mission is to build the leading education platform connecting Asia to the global community. Delivering exceptional study-abroad experiences for multiple university partners with thousands of students and faculty members has contributed to our success.

Why is the Asia Institute Different?

Trip Customization
We prioritize flexibility, crafting each program to meet the wants and needs of your school.

Unmatched Support
Our programs come with a highly-qualified, dedicated team providing 24/7 on-site assistance, emergency preparedness and seamless execution of your customized study abroad program.

Study Abroad with The Asia Institute

OVERALL RATING 4.8
Based on 171 Reviews
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October 2, 2025
Past Review Awesome! Utah State University: USU Go Global Asia, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"Totally worthwhile. I learned to enjoy the differences in culture and truly try to immerse myself."

Utah State University
Past Review The American Girl Who Fell In Love With The Chinese People And Culture. Utah State University: USU Go Global Asia, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I am from the U.S. That being said, my culture is different from the Chinese culture. I learned how a different type of government system than the one I am used to, can work and benefit a people. I learned just how ingenious the Chinese culture was in ancient times, and continues to be today. I actually found that I liked a lot ..."

Utah State University
Past Review Shanghai To Beijing Clarkson University: China - Doing Business in China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"Perspective, cultural knowledge and a general sense of how to conduct myself in a foreign country. All takeaways are priceless and worthwhile. "

Clarkson University
Past Review Absolutely Loved It! University of Pittsburgh: China - INNOVATE, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"This was my first visit to China and, because of my positive program experience, I would definitely love to go back again! We learned a lot about Chinese history and culture, and China's recent developments. We went on some amazing site visits and enjoyed lots of great food, but the highlight of the trip was undoubtedly the amaz..."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Best Trip Ever! University of Pittsburgh: China - INNOVATE, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned more about another culture, it was definitely worthwhile. "

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Great First China Experience! University of Pittsburgh: China - INNOVATE, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned to be open to other cultures and making new friends, and to be open to trying new things and thinking in different ways. Even though it was expensive, it was definitely worth the cost."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review An Amazing Experience! I Loved Every Second University of Pittsburgh: China - INNOVATE, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned a lot about Chinese culture."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review I Had Such An Amazing Time, I Didn't Want To Go Back Home! University of Pittsburgh: China - INNOVATE, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"This experience was extremely worthwhile! I learned so many things about Chinese history and culture, while also learning more about China's role in the global economy and its role as a global industrial leader. I also made a lot of local friends who I'm still talking to weeks after the trip; I hope we all get to see each other ..."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Amazing University of Pittsburgh: China Plus3 Study Abroad Program, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned so much about Chinese culture and history as well as the business side of things when we saw the company"

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review I Get To See Life On The Other Side Of The World! University of Pittsburgh: China Plus3 Study Abroad Program, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I gained experiences that I might never earn again, and made friends both at the University and abroad. Overall a fantastic trip."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review A Great Experience With Great People. University of Pittsburgh: China Plus3 Study Abroad Program, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I gained a new view of China, and was exposed to a new culture. I think that it was extremely worthwhile."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Hong Kong Is The Bomb! University of Texas El Paso: China - MBA Doing Business in China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned of China's culture, which I think is beautiful. Guanxi is something I learned in this program and I've been incorporating it into my life. "

University of Texas - El Paso / UTEP
Past Review A Quick But Comprehensive Immersion Into China's Past And Future University of Colorado Boulder: China - Discovering Urban China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"The trip taught me about China in a higher level way. I gained knowledge about international cultures and applied it to improve myself."

University of Colorado - Boulder
Past Review China Does Not Disappoint University of Pittsburgh: China Plus3 Study Abroad Program, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I feel that I learned so much about China's history and people. We visited so many culture sites and all of them were amazing. It was very worthwile. "

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review An Eye Opener Into The Chinese Business Environment. University of Texas El Paso: China - MBA Doing Business in China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned that some of the problems facing the United States can also be found in China and that there is more that unites us than separates us."

University of Texas - El Paso / UTEP
Past Review Great Experience Would Love To Go Back Utah Valley University: China - MBA Doing Business in China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"Very worthwhile. Great international exposure. "

Utah Valley University
Past Review A Good One Time Experience University of Texas El Paso: China - MBA Doing Business in China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I gained a better knowledge of well-known corporations and how they strive to be where they are at. I learned more about the Chinese culture and traditions "

University of Texas - El Paso / UTEP
Past Review A Life Changing Experience University of Pittsburgh: China Plus3 Study Abroad Program, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"The single most important thing I learned from this program was the importance of appreciating people across the world. It was awesome to be fully immersed into their culture and see the world through their lens. "

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Noodles And New Things University of Colorado Boulder: China - Discovering Urban China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I gained a confidence in my ability to navigate new places, cultures and languages and learned how kind and welcoming so many Chinese people are. "

University of Colorado - Boulder
Past Review Expanded My Understanding University of Colorado Boulder: China - Discovering Urban China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned that I personally desire travel much more after this experience. It changed my outlook on the world and myself."

University of Colorado - Boulder
Past Review An Awesome Way To Experience China! Utah State University: China - International HR in China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned more about the history, culture, and HR practices in China. It was definitely worthwhile."

Utah State University
Past Review Phenomenal Experience Utah State University: China - International HR in China, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"Completely worthwhile! Those 12 days in China was the highlight of my college career."

Utah State University
Past Review Eye Opening Experience In Japan! University of Pittsburgh: Global Research Practicum in Asia, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"After visiting China last year, I noticed the vast differences between China and Japan. "

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh
Past Review Asia Institute Is Awesome! University of Pittsburgh: Global Research Practicum in Asia, Hosted by the Asia Institute

"I learned a lot about the Japanese culture that you wouldn't necessarily pick up in a book. You can read about how clean and utilitarian it is, but it's so much more striking to experience it. This was a worthwhile trip, particularly for my first trip to Asia. Japan is so Western in a lot of ways, but still so unique in how busi..."

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh