One of the most beneficial programs is its “High School China Trip,” where students from all over Kentucky and beyond, including the #1 ranked high school in the U.S. the Gatton Academy have had a chance to visit China.  Over 160 high school students, specifically, have had a chance to visit China, which really helped to elevate test scores, and interest in studying Mandarin language beyond high school.   In the summer of 2023, BGEMS led 11 individuals to China, which was the first program since COVID-19, led a delegation of 16 students from Francis Parker School of Louisville in 2024, and let a delegation of 17 to China in the summer of 2025.    

Starting in BElJING, China’s capital and home to the Great Wall and Forbidden city and continue by high-speed rail to CHANGCHUN in the Jilin Province to see the Changchun World Sculpture Park and take flight to SHANGHAI/HANGZHOU.

• During this trip, you will see multiple historic places only read about before now. We will visit universities, and multiple high schools to develop a true understanding of culture,and language. Other historic sites include Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall of China. 

• There will be multiple times to purchase gifts when we visit the Silk Market, local shops, Pearl Market, and the French Concession. 

• We will experience China’s culture unlike any sponsored trip before to include an evening with visits to local sites. 

•  At the end of the program,  you will have completed a portfolio presentation of your experience at our closing ceremony.

$3,500

The $3,50.00 will be due on or before April 30, 2026. Fee includes all expenses regarding international airfare, visa processing, lodging, transportation, meals, and entrance fees while in China.  PLEASE NOTE: Students’ passport and spending money are not included.