Mastery of the Chinese language can open doors to many business, political, research and cultural experiences. Students of this ancient language often memorize vocabulary, learn to master the written language, practice listening and speaking skills, participate in conversations, become familiar with the history and may have the chance to become immersed in the culture.

Taiwan (Traditional Chinese: 台灣 or 臺灣, Simplified Chinese: 台湾 tái wān) is a nation which is home to more than 23 million people and is one of the most densely populated places in the world. The most prestigious university is National Taiwan University.

Online summer courses are offered by the overwhelming majority of post-secondary institutions. Online learning allows students to take courses from virtually anywhere in the world. Students looking for a nontraditional classroom experience should consider taking online summer courses.