CIEE January in Taipei

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Locations: Taipei, Taiwan
Program Terms: January Intersession
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Program Sponsor: CIEE
Restrictions: U of A applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	U of A Application Deadline	U of A Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
January Intersession	2026	11/01/2025 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** If you are applying for an external program, please note the U of A application deadline listed may be different than the external program provider's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Study Abroad Advisor:	Bumpers College: Miranda Behrends, College of Architecture & Design: TBD, College of Education & Health Professions: Miranda Behrends, College of Engineering: Madison Barnes, Fulbright College: Katie Sabo, Walton College: Kat Stoddard	Type of Program:	External
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.5	Credit Hours Available:	3 Credit Hours
Area of Study:	Art	Credit Type:	Transfer Credit
Language of Instruction:	English	Open to non-U of A students?:	No
Open to Graduate Students?:	No	Housing Options:	Hotel/Hostel
COVID-19 Vaccination:	Vendor strongly recommends (CIEE); https://studyabroad.uark.edu/pandemic-studyabroad/

Program Description:

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Program Overview

Spend your winter break studying abroad in Taipei, where you'll explore Asian society, economics, and business. During this three-week program, you'll take courses (in English) at CIEE Taipei and gain an in-depth understanding of East Asia and the Greater China region.

Outside the classroom, you'll participate in exciting co-curricular activities and excursions organized by CIEE to enhance classroom learning and develop intercultural understanding. These interactive outings will provide you with real-life experiences of Taipei's distinctive culture and tradition to give you an authentic and memorable study abroad experience.

Unique Experiences

Visit the National Palace Museum

home to the world’s largest ancient Chinese artifact collections

Take in the sights

from the top of Taipei 101 and Taipei Sky Tower

Bike through Taipei

to explore and immerse yourself in the local community

Excursions & Activities

Participate in a variety of activities and excursions during your time in Taipei, including:

Day trips to Dadaocheng and Bopiliao, where you’ll wander among the red brick buildings and alleyways that have stood in place for more than 100 years
Exploring local night markets to try different street foods, bubble tea, and other local specialties to learn how delicious Taiwanese food is made
Hanging around in Ximending, a very popular area for shopping and entertainment
Visiting Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, home to stunning architecture
Participating in a local activity, including Chinese calligraphy, martial arts, Chinese chess, and Chinese cooking
Visiting the National Palace Museum, where modern technology meets ancient artifacts

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel protection included

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