FAQs
Answers to common questions about our American Education Ambassador Program (Teach in China).
Welcome to the US Chinese Culture Center's FAQ page. Here, you'll find answers to common questions about our American Education Ambassador Programs (Teach in China). Whether you're curious about qualifications, life in China, or the application process, we've got you covered. Our goal is to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision about joining our cultural exchange program.
The program fee for teaching in China varies based on the duration of your commitment:
- One Academic Year: $1,750
- Multiple Academic Years: $1,850 (includes benefits for future placements)
This fee covers essential services including:
- Accredited 120-Hour TEFL/TESOL Training and Certification
- Professional placement services
- Background check processing
- Assistance for Chinese visa application and processing (for U.S. residents)
- Work contract preparation
- Flight booking assistance
- Airport pickup coordination
- Ongoing support services
For multiple-year participants, subsequent years' placements and contracts will be free until age 60. Additional family members (dependent spouse and dependent children under 18) require $950 fee per person for Additional arrangements with support and visa assistance.
While our program fee covers many essential services, it's important to note that it does not include round-trip international airfare or living costs. These costs are covered by your host based on your teaching contract.
If you're planning to bring family members (spouse and/or dependent children under 18), please let us know before making your program payment as there are additional fees of $950 for visa assistance and related services for each dependent.
Living costs can vary significantly between different cities in China, with larger cities typically having higher costs of living. We'll always be transparent about these differences during the placement process to help you make informed decisions.
Please note that program fees and related service fees may change due to factors such as fluctuating exchange rates. As of May 19, 2025, visa application fees and visa service fees are separate from our program fee. We recommend checking our website or contacting us directly for the most current fee information.
Yes, we have a comprehensive, three-layered safety protocol for our teachers in China:
- Emergency Registration: During the final orientation, we guide our teachers to register with the U.S. Department of State at travel.state.gov. This ensures you receive timely notifications from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate regarding any necessary security measures, including emergency evacuations.
- Host School Responsibility: Your host school is directly responsible for your local safety and security throughout the duration of your contract.
- Ongoing Monitoring: The USCCC closely monitors U.S.-China relations and will provide timely updates to both our teachers and their host schools regarding any developments that may affect your safety.