The Flagship Experience

Students pose on a mountain
Established in 2014, the Chinese Flagship program prepares UMN students to be global professionals fluent in Chinese language and culture.

The Chinese Flagship program at the University of Minnesota provides unique student experiences and opportunities. Our program combines rigorous language and culture study, student-centered and personalized teaching, diverse disciplines, internship, study abroad, leadership and service, community outreach, and federal sponsorship. 

The sections below introduce the many aspects of our program and feature stories about our alumni now in fields including law, marketing, and history.

Program Introduction

Learn about the federal Language Flagship Initiative, the history and vision of the Chinese Flagship program at the University of Minnesota, and what you may aspire to accomplish by being part of it. 

Read interviews of past and present directors.

Why University of Minnesota?

Learn about the advantageous setting of the University of Minnesota for Chinese Flagship objectives.

Learn about the Provost Scholarships (up to $10,000) exclusive to UMN Flagship students. 

Any Major, Any College

You can major in any field you wish, and within any college at the University. 

Learn more here and meet our past and current students from diverse disciplines.

The Flagship Pathway

Learn about the different components of the Flagship pathway, including the UMN Flagship curriculum and the Capstone year. 

Understand the expected length of study according to different scenarios.

The AMES Department

Learn about the Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (AMES), which houses the Chinese Flagship program, and the integration of the Flagship curriculum and AMES degrees. 

Read a brief history of Chinese instruction and related programs at the University of Minnesota.

Achievements and Alumni Stories

Learn about what you may achieve by successfully completing the Flagship program. 

Read stories about our alumni.