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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Does anyone know of American student going to china to study? Is that even a thing?[/quote]

Yes, but for geopolitical reasons, my university was pressured to discontinue a longstanding joint program.  Spying and intelligence collection are being leveraged as reasons for these academic relationships to be ended.

The more fundamental reason is that few non-Chinese-heritage Americans study Chinese.  It's an extremely complex language.  Therefore there are few students who are at the right level AND want to study at the college level in Chinese.  And want to be in China for more than a study trip.

China is a very interesting country but it is not easy to visit like a European country such as France.

Google AI says:

China hosts a significant number of international students, with recent figures showing numbers around 440,000 in 2021, though some sources suggest fluctuations, with figures like 492,000 in 2018 and potentially lower numbers post-pandemic, primarily from Asia and Africa, studying in its universities. While China is a large destination, the exact current figure varies by reporting year and source, with numbers tending to be around the half-million mark historically, with a strong push for growth in recent years.

Key Figures & Trends:
2021: Over 440,000 international students, a 35% increase from 2020.
2018: 492,185 foreign students from 196 countries.

Origins: Most students come from neighboring Asian countries and various African nations, supported by government scholarships.

Major Cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang attract the most international students.

The number of American students in China has fallen sharply from over 11,000 in 2019 to roughly 800-1,000 in 2024-2025, a decline driven by strained U.S.-China relations, COVID-19 policies, and increased political restrictions, though efforts are underway to increase numbers again. The peak was around 15,000 in 2011, with a low of 211 during the pandemic, but numbers have rebounded slightly to under 1,000, notes The Washington Post.

Key Figures & Trends:
Pre-Pandemic (2019): Over 11,000 students.

Pandemic Low (2021-22): Around 211 students.

Recent Rebound (2024-2025): Approximately 800-1,000 students.

Reasons for the Decline:
Strained Relations: Tensions between the U.S. and China have impacted educational exchanges.

COVID-19 Policies: Strict lockdowns made travel difficult, causing many to leave or choose other destinations like Taiwan.

Increased Scrutiny: A revised counterespionage law and heightened political climate make China less appealing.

Efforts to Increase Numbers:
China has initiated programs, like the "50,000 Students" initiative, aiming to bring more Americans to study in China, notes the American Chamber of Commerce in China.
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