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Study Abroad China: Jilin University

Program Overview

Jilin University is the largest university in China.  Founded in 2000 by the merger of six universities, it has over sixty-three thousand students and over 800 international students. Jilin is committed to internationalizing their campus and welcomes students from all over the world.  The university has established worldwide exchange programs with more than 130 universities in more than 40 countries. They boast a wide variety of majors including sciences, technology, business, social science, and the humanities.

Program Profile

Location: Changchun, China
Language of Instruction: Chinese & English
Levels: Undergraduate and Graduate
Subjects: Jilin offers the opportunity for English speaking students to learn the Chinese language by participating in in-depth, preparative courses. 
Length: Academic Semester or Year
Semester Dates: Mar. – Jul.; Sept. – Jan.
Cost: MSUB tuition plus room & board in the host country

Deadlines

  • October 15th for Spring Semester
  • February 7th for Summer
  • March 15th for Fall Semester

Eligibility

Open to students who have attended one full academic year at MSU Billings with a 2.75 cumulative GPA.

Academic Credit

Credit will be awarded at MSU Billings for all courses taken and passed at Jilin University. As part of the application process the student will confer with their academic advisor to determine how their credits at Jilin will apply to their degree course requirements at MSU Billings.

Location

The city of Changchun, which is located in Jilin province, is a modern city located northeast of Beijing.  Changchun is a thriving metropolis of 3 million people and has comparable weather to Montana, with four distinct seasons. It is the hub of transportation for Northeast China and has many shopping centers, supermarkets, and a variety of restaurants with a blend of Oriental and Western cuisine. It has a rich history and culture, and is the location of imperial palace of the last emperor of the Qing Dynasty.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial aid may be used for studying abroad at Jilin University. Additional costs for studying in China (e.g. airfare) may be used in calculating a student’s financial aid package. Students need to make an appointment with the Financial Aid Office in McMullen 103 (E-mail: finaid@msubillings.edu; Phone: 657-2188). Students should fill out the FAFSA form and plan to visit the Financial Aid office early to discuss eligibility (at least one semester in advance).

Application

Application materials are available in the Office of International Studies in Cisel Hall Room 202, MSU Billings or online: Click here for Application Packet.

Additional Information

For additional information regarding studying abroad Jilin University contact:

Office of International Studies
Cisel Hall 202, MSU Billings
Phone (406) 657-1705 | Fax (406) 896-5907
Email: ois@msubillings.edu

Visit Jilin University web site:http://en.jlu.edu.cn/

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