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about us

NICE — National Institute for Cultural Exchange — is a global organization dedicated to fostering meaningful cultural and language exchange. Our "Nice – Travel & Study Exchange Program" offers students the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Chinese culture, living with local host families while studying the Chinese language and experiencing authentic daily life in China.

benefits

Become an active part of a dialogue between cultures

The Exchange Student experience is much more than just traveling: it means living another culture from the inside. It changes you, enriches you, and prepares you to face the future with new eyes.

A Boost For Your Future

All of this enriches your CV, enhancing your open-mindedness and adaptability.

Real Human Connections

Build a network of connections
and friendships that will stay with
you for life.

Personal Growth

You take on challenges, push your limits, and grow more independent and self-aware.

Natural Language Learning

You don’t study the language — you live it. Day by day, you learn without even noticing.

Cultural immersion

You’re not a tourist. You live with a local family, take part in their daily life, discover their traditions, habits,
and ways of thinking.

how it works?

the steps

STEP / 01

application & call

Complete our online application. We’ll then request your personal documents and photos. Later we’ll schedule your Integrated Evaluation Interview to assess English proficiency and emotional readiness. C1 English required.

pick your adventure!

our programs

the carp

program

A short yet powerful dive into Chinese family life. Perfect if you’re curious about the culture and ready for a transformative adventure in just a few months.

duration

3 months

certification
included in the program

Round-trip flight

Entry visa

Health insurance

Pre-departure training

Continuous support

Chinese classes

the dragon

program

Ideal for those who want to stay longer, strengthen their Mandarin, and build a deeper connection with Chinese traditions and lifestyle.

duration

6 months

certification
included in the program

Round-trip flight

Entry visa

Health insurance

Pre-departure training

Continuous support

Chinese classes

+ 1 free cultural activity per month

experiences

Become an active part of a dialogue between cultures

Sharing your time, knowledge, and culture with a family on the other side of the world is the most authentic way to build deep connections and bridge distances.

the steps
cecilia

Cecilia

Exchange student in Qingdao

This experience allowed me to live firsthand the world I had studied for many years, and finally seeing with my own eyes what I had read in books was truly rewarding.

francesca

Francesca

Exchange student in Shanghai

Living six months in China allowed me to grow, face challenges independently, experience its vast beauty, feel locals’ admiration, and enjoy constant support and friendship through Nice.

beatrice

Beatrice

Exchange student in Hangzhou

Living in China as an au pair was a transformative journey, embracing local culture, traditions, and everyday life. This experience let me grow as an independent human, facing challenges, and carrying unforgettable memories.

faq

Now, is the perfect time!

Contact us! we’ll guide you step by step through the selection process and your pre-departure preparation.

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