All classes are taught in English although students are encouraged to study a beginning course in the Mandarin language. Participants pay tuition at BSC, and the money is applied to the Hong Kong Program. The College maintains a full exchange agreement with this Japanese university, which allows BSC students to attend the institution's Asian Studies Program while paying tuition at Birmingham-Southern. All classes are taught in English. Semester programs are offered in a wide range of disciplines.
Students have the option to combine courses and include independent study in their curriculum.
Syracuse's offers quality courses and internships in these countries, and financial aid is available for participants.