Summer Program Itinerary
Date | Location | Activities | Notes |
July 13 | China ➔ USA | Departure flight to the U.S. | Flight details pending |
July 14 | North Carolina, USA | Welcome ceremony & campus tour at U.S. university | |
July 15 | U.S. University Campus | Seminar: U.S. culture & education system (interactive workshop) | Includes Q&A session |
July 16 | U.S. University Campus | Morning: Themed workshop – Public speaking & academic writing (Faculty-led) | Lunch provided |
Afternoon: Guided tour of state history museum | |||
July 17 | U.S. University Campus | Morning: Themed workshop – Leadership & interview skills (Faculty-led) | Includes career coaching |
Afternoon: Visit $10M+ university esports innovation lab | |||
July 18 | U.S. University Campus | Morning: Themed workshop – U.S. history & geography (Faculty-led) | Outdoor field study included |
Afternoon: Cross-cultural exchange – Chinese students present projects to U.S. peers | |||
July 19 | North Carolina, USA | Friendship-building day: Joint activities with U.S. students at local water park | Transportation provided |
July 20 | U.S. University Campus | Final group presentations & closing ceremony (Certificates awarded by Dean/Chancellor) | Professional photography service |
July 21 | North Carolina, USA | Educational program at North Carolina Museum of Art | Guided thematic tour |
July 22 | North Carolina, USA | Prestigious university tour: Duke University & North Carolina State University | Admissions office Q&A session |
July 23 | Washington D.C. | Morning: Scenic drive through U.S. National Forest | Packed lunch provided |
Afternoon: National Mall landmarks – Washington Monument & Lincoln Memorial | Guided historical commentary | ||
July 24 | Washington D.C. | Full-day cultural immersion: | Comfortable footwear recommended |
- National Museum of Natural History | |||
- National Gallery of Art | |||
- National Air and Space Museum | |||
- U.S. Capitol & White House exterior visit | |||
July 25 | Washington D.C. ➔ China | Return flight | Flight details pending |
July 26 | China | Arrival |
Immersive Experiential Learning
1. Outdoor Historical Exploration• Great Smoky Mountains Field Study: Geological surveys + ecosystem hikes aligned with U.S. geography curricula• Heritage Site Visits:✓ Wright Brothers National Memorial (aviation history)✓ Civil War battlefields (historical reenactment analysis)
2. Campus Life Integration• American University Culture Immersion:✓ Student club participation (STEM/arts organizations)✓ Residential life experience in campus dorms✓ Self-service dining etiquette workshops
Comprehensive Safety Protocols
1. Dual Guardianship System✓ 1:8 Staff-Student Ratio: Certified bilingual educators + U.S. program directors✓ 24/7 Campus Security: Patrols and electronic access controls in dormitories
2. Transportation Safety• University-contracted shuttle services with FBI-background-checked drivers• GPS-tracked vehicles with emergency alert systems
3. Medical Protection✓ Nationwide Insurance Coverage:
Up to $500,000 for accidents/illness (outpatient & hospitalization)
24-hour campus health center access + Chinese staff accompaniment
4. Parent Communication• Real-Time Updates: Daily itinerary briefings via WeChat/SMS
College Admissions Empowerment
1. Admissions Officer Engagement• Application Workshops: Interactive sessions with U.S. university admissions counselors on essay writing strategies• Personalized Feedback: Submit draft personal statements for expert review
2. Credential Building✓ Program Certificate: Awarded by university deans/provosts to outstanding participants✓ Recommendation Letters: Exceptional students may secure individualized letters from faculty
3. Cross-Cultural Competency Workshop• China Showcase Project: Design interactive exhibits/short videos introducing Chinese history/geography to U.S. peers• Public Speaking Lab: Present cultural projects to American middle school audiences
Registration Guidelines
I. Passport Requirements
Valid Passport Original must be provided:
For U.S. programs: Passport expiry date must be at least 6 months after the scheduled departure from the United States.
Applicants with passports expiring within 6 months of travel are ineligible.
Passport Application Instructions:
Students/parents without a passport must apply at their local Entry-Exit Administration Bureau (household registration jurisdiction).
Processing time: Approximately 15 business days.
II. Registration & Payment Methods
In-Person Registration:
Visit the NCES National Office for on-site registration and payment.
Online Registration:
Complete the application form on our official platform.
Submit payment via bank transfer to the NCES designated account (account details provided upon registration).