Location
Multiple Locations +3
  • China
    • Beijing
    • Shanghai
    • Xian
    • Chengdu
  • Taiwan
    • Taipei
    • Tainan
    • Taichung
    • Kaohsiung
  • Singapore
Length
1 to 52 weeks
Language
Chinese

Program Details

Language Level
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Immersion Level
Intensive Standard
Certifications
HSK (Mandarin Chinese)
Specialized Courses
Business Medical Professional Specific Purposes
Class Size
Private Lessons Small Class (1-7)
Housing
Apartment Host Family

Pricing

Price Details
For all prices please visit the LTL website where you'll find a breakdown of program and accommodation costs.
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Classes Meals Wifi
Feb 08, 2024
Jul 09, 2024
16 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

LTL Language School is a perfect fit for students who looking to improve their Mandarin quickly.

Our comprehensive Chinese programs allow students maximum flexibility. You can study at LTL from a week up to a full year. We offer Mandarin language lessons in 8 cities across Asia including Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, Singapore and the jewel in the LTL crown - Chengde, home of our incredible immersion program.

1-on-1 or group classes are available and accommodation is also encouraged with carefully selected Chinese host-families to maximize each participants personal exposure to the language and culture.

Here at LTL we have welcomed thousands of students since 2007 and are one of Asia's most trusted and premier language schools.

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Program Highlights

  • Study Chinese across 8 different cities throughout Asia
  • Build a program from a week up to a whole year
  • Learn from the best Chinese teachers in China
  • Meet and make new friends from around the globe
  • Speak Mandarin 24/7 with a Chinese host family

Program Reviews

4.92 Rating
based on 71 reviews
  • 5 rating 91.55%
  • 4 rating 8.45%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Academics 4.9
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.75
  • Housing 4.8
  • Safety 4.95
  • Growth 5
  • Support 5
  • Fun 5
  • Housing 5
  • Safety 5
  • Instruction 4.9
  • Support 4.95
  • Fun 4.95
  • Housing 4.45
  • Value 4.7
Showing 1 - 8 of 71 reviews
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Arianna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Life changing experience

I loved everything about it, going to classes, living with family, it was a very unique experience to go to Singapore, living with family, taking classes, learning Chinese in the most fun way, we also toured Singapore, I had the opportunity to speak Chinese with many people, all thanks to this program, it was a life-changing experience, I can't say anything bad about it. I think anyone would have fun doing this I recommend completely.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I’d try to branch out more and really connect with the people around me
Pros
  • I got to learn more Chinese
  • I had so much fun with the family
  • Everyone was so nice
Cons
  • I was kinda lonely some of the time
  • I wasn’t included in some things
  • I didn’t get to do something’s I wanted to do
2 people found this review helpful.
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Juan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best 3-week Mandarin Study

Underwent a three week program here with the homestay and safari package included and can confidently say this has been the perfect place to improve my Mandarin skills. The staff are wonderful people to work with and the work is rigorous but can be accomplished and I have seen a noticeable improvement since starting here. The safari package is a wonderful addition because it gave me the chance to get out of my comfort zone and use oral communication in real life scenarios that had me appreciating the numerous vocab we learned. I also appreciated the class style that allowed me to hone in on my bad habits and clean up my communication to ensure my point was understood. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone. You will not be disappointed.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
As part of practicing oral communication, I had to interview strangers in Mandarin and I was super nervous to do so. The people I asked though were super helpful and helped improve my confidence in speaking the language.
Pros
  • Accessible
  • Affordable
2 people found this review helpful.
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Sylvia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I had the best teacher ever!

Learning Mandarin in LTL Shanghai was incredible! Three months ago, I was basically lost in class. Everything was in Chinese, and I could only understand maybe 20% at best, but thanks to my amazing teacher (Ms. Evelyn and Ms. Anne), I'm now up to 80% comprehension!

My teacher's teaching style were super chill, but their teaching was on point. They explained everything super clearly, even the tricky grammar stuff, and were always patient with my (probably) super basic questions. Plus, they totally tailored the lessons to what I wanted to learn - in my case, listening comprehension.

Besides, learning Mandarin wasn't just about the language, it totally boosted my confidence! In three months, I went from barely understanding a word to following along in conversations pretty smoothly now. That's a huge jump, and it feels amazing.

The whole experience was awesome. Not just the teaching, but the people too! I met so many cool classmates from all over the world. It was amazing connecting with people from different cultures while we all struggled (and succeeded!) with Mandarin together. If you're looking for a fun, friendly language program in Shanghai with superstar teachers, this is the place! You'll learn tons, make awesome friends, and have a blast while doing it. Definitely recommend!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
I came across something called chou tofu, also known as stinky tofu. The name is pretty accurate - the smell can definitely be...interesting! But as you discovered, the smell doesn't tell the whole story. Once you take a bite, the strong smell disappears, and it actually tastes quite good! So its a lesson dont judge a food by its smell/looks, go for it to try! hahaha
Pros
  • Good teacher
  • Made a lot of new connections
  • Activities every week
Cons
  • A bit pricey
  • Homestay house can be a lil dirty
6 people found this review helpful.
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Sylvia
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My Overall Experience was Amazing!

Learning Mandarin in LTL Shanghai was incredible! Three months ago, I was basically lost in class. Everything was in Chinese, and I could only understand maybe 20% at best, but thanks to my amazing teacher (Ms. Evelyn and Ms. Anne), I'm now up to 80% comprehension!

My teacher's teaching style were super chill, but their teaching was on point. They explained everything super clearly, even the tricky grammar stuff, and were always patient with my (probably) super basic questions. Plus, they totally tailored the lessons to what I wanted to learn - in my case, listening comprehension.

Besides, learning Mandarin wasn't just about the language, it totally boosted my confidence! In three months, I went from barely understanding a word to following along in conversations pretty smoothly now. That's a huge jump, and it feels amazing.

The whole experience was awesome. Not just the teaching, but the people too! I met so many cool classmates from all over the world. It was amazing connecting with people from different cultures while we all struggled (and succeeded!) with Mandarin together. If you're looking for a fun, friendly language program in Shanghai with superstar teachers, this is the place! You'll learn tons, make awesome friends, and have a blast while doing it. Definitely recommend!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
I came across something called chou tofu, also known as stinky tofu. The name is pretty accurate - the smell can definitely be...interesting! But as you discovered, the smell doesn't tell the whole story. Once you take a bite, the strong smell disappears, and it actually tastes quite good! I totally recommend dont judge food by the smell and go for it hahahah
Pros
  • Teacher was Amazing
  • Meeting new friends
  • Activitiese every week
Cons
  • Maybe a bit pricey
4 people found this review helpful.
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Reeves
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I felt well taken care of and given personalized 1:1 treatment.

Learning Mandarin at LTL Taipei was a just what I was hoping for. Their flexible scheduling meant I could fit classes around exploring the city, and their teachers were incredibly supportive in creating a program tailored to my needs. Thanks to LTL, I not only improved my fluency but also rediscovered the joy of learning Chinese while experiencing living in the heart of Taipei.

I am very thankful for the teachers that invested in my learning experience. I felt very taken care of and would not hesitate to work with them again in the future! Thank you LTL for making this such a special and memorable time.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
I loved all of the small "safari" trips we did in the city. It was such a great way to get to know Taipei and the other class mates. It was always easy to show up to the school and find out what you would explore the next time!
Pros
  • individualized tutoring and programs
  • clean and well taken care of facility
  • group lunches and other relationship building experiences
Cons
  • I wish the school was a bit bigger (more class rooms)
  • The lunch table was a bit too small, if a group was playing a game there you could not easily sit as well
  • I wish they had a bit more video content online to better show what the program would be like
8 people found this review helpful.
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Elisabetta
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The experience I was looking for

I really enjoyed the experience with LTL.
First of all, the student advisor and the coordinator were always there, making sure I didn't have any problems and whenever I had a question they were ready to answer and help me.
The teachers are so friendly and welcoming, everyone is always ready to have a chat with each other. You can understand a lot of the culture and everyone is willing to help you whenever there is a problem. The activities are always fun and I found them really helpful because you can meet with the other students and make so many friends.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Just enjoy the experience and wherever you go just try to get lost without looking at the maps on your phone, you will discover so many interesting places
9 people found this review helpful.
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Andreas
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Beihai is a insider tip

This was my first time in China. I decided not to go to a hotspot place like Beijing or Shanghai. It was a good decision.
The places are very local and there are not many places for foreigners. That means that the population of Beihai speaks less english. This is important to know.
On the other hand the people of Beihai are very warmly and welcoming. The daily things like buying in a supermarket could be fun because the people help if you can not handle some things.
The language school is a small school. I had a 1 to 1 course. It is intensiv and in my opinion you learn in another intensity.
The director of the school, Savannah, organized some activities and she help always. If there is a technology problem or general questions.
In conclusion you have to decide on yourself if you want to go to a big city and in a big school. Of course, there are some reasons which speak in favour.
But learning the way of life of the Chinese people in a good way and not in overcrowded places you should visit this nice place in the south of China. Located directly on the beach.

What was your funniest moment?
At my first drive with the taxi the driver talked to me in the Chinese language.
I answered with my mobile phone translator, that I do not speak chinese but I am here and I try to learn in a school.
The driver answered with his mobile phone too. He is surprised and happy that I want to learn this difficult language and he gives me a warm welcome.
Pros
  • Intensiv learning
  • Little group. Easy for doing events
Cons
  • Less people speak english
  • Less hotspots for sightseeing
9 people found this review helpful.
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Sam
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great experience at LTL language school and homestay

I had a 6 week Shanghai experience of learning Chinese at LTL, staying in a homestay family, exploring one of the biggest cities in the world and meeting people from all over the world.

During class we used the book that is provided by LTL as a basis, but the teachers really go into depth reviewing difficult words, explaining the grammar and creating sentences. Besides the book you are constantly challenged to listen to what the teachers say, which enforces you to memorise the newly learned words and listening skills. I really want to thank my amazing teachers Jason and Winnie, because they made the lessons really fun and we chatted a lot about all kinds of topics and popular culture nowadays in Chinese.

Furthermore, the homestay family is a great way to experience what its like to be in a Chinese family. Lina was a great hostess together with her husband Ivan and his mother Ni, that cooked dinner twice a day and is a very welcoming woman who has treated me like I was family.

I already wanted to go to China for a few years, but learning the language gave me the extra benefit of having small conversations in places like Chinese restaurants and parks. Even though my level is still not sufficient to have conversations, people were interested in you which led to very unique moments. That is why I recommend anyone who is interested in the Chinese language and culture to experience this and see what Shanghai and China is really like!

10 people found this review helpful.

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