Chinese Flagship Program 中文领航
Chinese Flagship Program at Western Kentucky University
What is The Language Flagship?
The Language Flagship is a national effort to change the way Americans learn languages. Flagship offers language programs at schools across the United States for undergraduate students in critical languages such as Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, and Russian. Designed as a network of programs, The Language Flagship seeks to graduate students who will take their place among the next generation of global professionals, commanding a professional level of proficiency in a language critical to U.S. national security and economic competitiveness.
Why study Chinese with Flagship?
- Achieve superior proficiency in Mandarin Chinese
- Follow a structured, five-year curriculum designed for success
- Immerse abroad through multiple study and internship opportunities in China or Taiwan
- Experience culture with monthly events and hands-on activities
- Receive personalized one-on-one tutoring with native speakers
- Unlock global career opportunities with advanced language skills
Eligibility and Application
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Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
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No prior knowledge of Chinese required.
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Compatible with most majors.
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Expected to show a strong commitment to intensive Chinese study throughout their WKU degree.
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Students must complete a Capstone Year in Taipei, Taiwan, or Monterey, California to graduate from the Flagship Program.
Before submitting your application to the WKU Chinese Flagship Program, please ensure that you have already applied to WKU.
We strongly encourage all Flagship students to apply to the Honors College to access additional scholarship opportunities.
- 270-745-2118
- chineseflagship@wku.edu
Chinese Flagship
Honors College International Center, 2039
1906 College Heights Blvd. #31082,
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1082Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
(Closed on Holidays)
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