Do not hesitate to avail yourself of these free services. The Center for International Service administers student study abroad programs, provides direction and assistance to foreign students and scholars at CSI, and directs the English Language Institute. The Institute offers intensive English and cultural orientation programs for international students, visitors, professionals, and business people. Special workshops, field trips, and visits to the unique cultural institutions of New York City provide an orientation to American culture. No previous language study is required.
Financial aid applies, and special financial assistance is often available.
A variety of summer and winter intercession study opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students are also offered. Special Education in Denmark and Women s Studies in London are courses from the recent past. Study Abroad scholarships assist CSI and CUNY students who have the motivation and ability to benefit from a semester abroad. China CSI is partners with Nanjing University, one of China s premier universities. Courses in Chinese history, geography, culture and Mandarin Chinese language classes offer students a full program in the imperial capital of the Ming and Qing dynasties.