Gain Global Experience
with Cal Lutheran & API
Scholarships
API is accepting Early Bird scholarship applications for all programs! Every student may apply, and applying is easy.
Also, API offers a number of other category scholarships, as well as options from 3rd party sources to help you prepare to go abroad! Check them out on our scholarships page.
Internships Abroad
Get a closer look at an API global internship in Australia! Follow Patrick Kasper and hear from him about his hands-on projects and insights gained while interning in Sydney with TGL, a prominent tech company.
Financial Aid Resources
You might be surprised to hear that you can use financial aid to study abroad! API does accept all forms of financial aid according to approval from your home university or organization.
Passport Resources
Don't let a missing passport derail your study abroad plans! International travelers are itching to get back out there so processing time for passport applications and renewals has increased. Apply for or renew your passport as soon as possible to ensure your study abroad plans stay on track!
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
API believes in the importance of promoting acceptance, dignity, and respect among people of all backgrounds. No matter who you are or where you come from, API will support you during your journey abroad.
See Yourself in
Shanghai, China
Explore your program opportunities with East China Normal University in Shanghai, China. ECNU is a nationally renowned university—one of the most prestigious universities in the country! API students at ECNU can study abroad for a semester, academic year, or summer term, and take courses in English and Mandarin Chinese.
Chinese Language & Culture Studies in Shanghai
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Mix and match Chinese language coursework with cultural electives for an immersive experience! Students may also enroll in all English coursework for a full load of credits. Study in the Fall, Spring, or spend a full academic year abroad in this traditional yet modern hub!
Semester Chinese Language Studies in Shanghai
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This Chinese language semester or academic year program offers two distinct tracks.
Intensive Chinese Language Track
- The Intensive Chinese Language Track runs for 18-20 weeks (it is two weeks shorter in duration than the Standard Chinese Language Track but includes more contact hours). Courses are available at varying proficiency levels. This track does carry an additional fee.
Standard Chinese Language Track
- The Standard Chinese Language Track runs for 18-20 weeks and consists of 20 contact hours per week over the course of the semester. 4 courses (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) are offered at varying proficiency levels for 4 hours each morning Monday through Friday.
Summer Chinese Language Studies in Shanghai
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Students in this program will participate in a small Chinese language course in addition to a Chinese cultural course (conducted in English) for a total of 4 semester credits over a four-week period.
Ignacio L.
This trip has given me the opportunity to slow down, reflect, and do things that I could have never done in the fast-paced life that I was living... If you have the opportunity to see even a little bit more of what is out there, do it! 
Hannah A.
Studying abroad was truly one of the most rewarding experiences of my life...API provided a program rich with opportunities...as well as amazing on-site staff!
Lexi A.
I embraced all the experiences of my study abroad semester differently than had I never been abroad before. When I returned, I knew what to do with those experiences. To this day, I cite my gap year as the most transformational year of my life.
Eden L.
Studying abroad has helped me enjoy the moment of life that I am currently existing in. It gave me a moment in time where I could relax and actually take time to feel alive. Studying abroad has sharpened my street-smart skills, where I am more aware of my surroundings and can figure out ways to not make myself stand out like a tourist.
Nancy S.
[The RDs] were extremely helpful from day one to the very last day of being in the program. You can tell they really care for the students that come into the program & want nothing but the best experience for each one of us. Loved the program!
Isabella H.
I had always wanted to study abroad but the price to study for one summer through my university at home was not realistic for my family to pay. Once we found API and compared the numbers, it was clear that would be the best option. What resulted was six of the best weeks of my life.
Phoebe H.
Through studying abroad I was challenged and awakened to the possibilities of life and what I am truly capable of. I truly believe that studying abroad has deeply altered my sense of self, opening me to the world and what I can accomplish.
Easier Program Onboarding with the Mobile App!
- Complete onboarding materials
- View pre-departure orientation information
- Access vital support, safety, and security resources (pre-departure and on-site)
- View housing details, roommates, and assignments
- Check out excursion information
- And more!
The mobile app is available to students who have applied for an API program.
What's APIConnect?
APIConnect enables you to find your perfect experiential learning program, streamlines the application and onboarding process, helps you easily know what you need to do to get ready for your life-changing experiential education journey, and provides essential resources at your fingertips when you are on-site at your destination.
Login and check out your program options!
Better Educational Travel
Use Fare Finder™ in the APIConnect mobile app to get better deals on educational travel!
- Lower fares
- Hold flights and share itineraries
- Secure more favorable terms
- 24/7 assistance
- Broad sort and filter options
- Simplify the booking process
- And more!
GET MORE with API
API prides itself on including as much as possible in our program fees to make sure that you have a full and rewarding experience abroad. Here’s a quick list of the most common pieces that API programs include:
- Pre-departure advising from program experts
- Tuition and transcripts
- Housing
- Excursions/Daytrips
- Medical Insurance
- Friendly, local API staff in every destination
See what's included in API programs.
Financial Resources
For Your Global Experience
Financial Aid
Good news - you can use financial aid to study abroad! API accepts all forms of financial aid according to approval from your home university or organization.
Scholarships
- Early Bird: Available to all students!
- Need-based: Identify yourself as eligible when you apply for your API program
- Merit-based: Opportunities available for students with 3.5 GPA and above
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For more information on studying abroad or how to get the process started at your school, reach out to your study abroad office!
