Chinese

The Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Language and Literature at Rutgers University-Camden offers students a comprehensive and immersive educational experience in Chinese language, culture, history, and literature. This program is designed to develop students’ fluency in Mandarin Chinese through rigorous language instruction, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Students will engage with a wide range of texts and multimedia resources to deepen their understanding of Chinese literary traditions, historical developments, and contemporary societal issues. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, cultural awareness, and linguistic proficiency, preparing graduates for careers in international business, diplomacy, education, translation, or further academic study.

Course offerings include foundational language courses for beginners and advanced classes for proficient speakers, as well as courses in Chinese civilization, classical and modern literature, philosophy, film, and arts. Students have opportunities to participate in study abroad programs in China, gaining firsthand experience of Chinese culture and language immersion. The program encourages active engagement through cultural events, language partners, and internships with organizations focused on China-related fields.

Graduates of the Chinese major will possess a high level of language competency and cultural literacy, enabling them to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries. The program aims to foster a nuanced understanding of Chinese society’s complexities, historical transformations, and the diversity of linguistic expressions. The interdisciplinary approach equips students with analytical skills applicable to a variety of fields that require knowledge of China and its language. Students can tailor their academic path with electives in Asian studies, history, political science, or global studies to complement their language training.

The Chinese Language and Literature program at Rutgers-Camden is committed to supporting student success through dedicated faculty mentorship, research opportunities, and partnerships with institutions specializing in Asian studies. Graduates leave the program prepared to pursue further graduate studies or to enter the workforce equipped with invaluable language skills, cultural competence, and a global perspective. Whether aspiring to work in international relations, education, business, or cultural exchange, students will find this program provides a solid foundation and extensive resources to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Detailed Course Facts

• USD 13683 Year (National)
• USD 27978 Year (International)

• English

Course Content

• Contemporary China: Social, Economic, and Cultural Perspectives
• Women and Contemporary Chinese Society
• Chinese Philosophical Themes and Literary Writings
• Special Topics in Modern Chinese Literature and Film
• Confucianism and East Asian Modernities
• Confucianism, Neo-Confucianism, and New Confucianism
• Independent Study

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

Our primary emphasis is placed on the student’s academic promise as demonstrated by:

• completion of required entrance subjects
• academic performance in high school or its equivalent:
• strength of academic program (number/type of academic, honors, or advanced placement courses completed)
• grades and grade trends
• weighted grade-point average(s)
• cumulative rank, when available
• SAT and/or ACT scores
• English Proficiency Examination results, when required

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.

Funding

Rutgers uses your FAFSA to develop a financial-aid package based on your qualifications, financial need and the funds available to the university. Your package may include any or a combination of these major financial aid sources:

• Gift aid does not require repayment and is divided into three categories: grants (which recognize financial need) and scholarships and awards (which recognize academic merit, special talents, or other achievements).
• Loans must be repaid (usually after graduation) and can come from private lenders as well as federal, state and university sources.
• Work-study allows students to earn money for college expenses while gaining valuable skills - often in their intended field.

Accreditation

The Rutgers name is recognized everywhere, and a Rutgers degree makes a great first impression. We’ve built our academic reputation on solid accomplishments:

• Rutgers is a member—so are Harvard, Yale, and Berkeley—of the prestigious Association of American Universities, the 61 leading research universities in North America.
• More than 175 Rutgers research centers support pioneering work in stem cells, climate change, DNA analysis, and more.
• Rutgers’ international reputation draws top students from more than 130 countries and all 50 states.