6th China-America Student Conference Application

The 6th China-America Student Conference Application

Deadline: January 15th, 11:59 PM EST - Late applications considered as needed
The 6th China-America Student Conference (ChAS6) seeks a diverse delegation that represents a cross-section of the United States and Chinese student population. University students, at any level of study, are strongly encouraged to apply. The main conference will be conducted in English and no previous studies with Asia are required. ChASC does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, marital status or sexual orientation.

All application materials will remain confidential and can only be seen by members of the ChASC Executive Committee. If you have any questions or concerns, please email chasc@iscdc.org!

ChASC6 will take place in Washington, D.C.; Missoula, Montana; Kunming, China; Beijing, China from July 3rd-24th, 2026. For more details, please view https://iscdc.org/chasc/.
Full Name:*

First Name/Given NameMiddle NameLast Name/Family Name
Birth Date:*

MonthDayYear
Phone Number with Country Code:*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail:*
example@example.com - This should be the email you want ChASC to use to communicate with you!
Alternate E-mail:*
example@example.com
How did you learn about ChASC? Select all that apply:*

EmailGoogle / Search EngineSocial Media (Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, etc.)Social Media AdsISC WebsiteLinkedInHandshakeCareer Service Office / Study Abroad OfficeISC AlumniProfessor/MentorClub/OrganizationOther
Please specify 'Other':
Gender:

FemaleOther/NonbinaryMaleI prefer not to answer
Note: The above question is for applicant data analysis purposes only. It will NOT impact your application result and will be removed from the application during the review process.
What is your Ethnicity? Please choose all that apply:

White or CaucasianBlack or African AmericanMiddle Eastern / North AfricanHispanic / LatinoKorean OR Korean-AmericanChinese OR Chinese-AmericanJapanese OR Japanese-AmericanAsian (Northeast - those not included as separate categories such as Mongolian)Asian (South - such as Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka)Asian (Southeast - such as Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam)Other
Please specify 'Other':
Note: The above question is for applicant data analysis purposes only. It will NOT impact your application result and will be removed from the application during the review process.
Delegation Applying for?
What college do you currently attend and what is your current academic year? (If you have already graduated, put the school you graduated from most recently):*
What is your expected graduation date/when did you graduate:*
What is your highest degree:*
What is your Major/Area of Study:*
Are there any constraints that might affect your ability to participate in the conference?:

I will be seeking financial support for my participation of the conferenceI have health conditions or concerns that might impact my ability to participate in the conferenceI am also seeking other opportunities that overlap with the conference datesOther
Please specify 'Other':
Note: The above question is for applicant data analysis purposes only. It will NOT impact your application result and will be removed from the application during the review process.
Do you have a passport?*

YesI’ve applied for one, but don’t have it yetNo and I haven’t applied for it yet
Do you plan to apply for ISC’s needs-based scholarship?*

YesNoNot Sure
Are you interested in applying for scholarships outside of the ISC Plant a Tree Diplomatic Scholarship?:*

YesNo
Please upload your unofficial/official transcript: *

Cancelof
Please upload a copy of your resume:*

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Please upload a Letter of Recommendation/ any additional (writing) materials that you would like to share (OPTIONAL):

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Please rank the three Roundtable topics below from most to least preferred (1–3):*
i.e. For more information about what a Roundtable is and this year’s topics, please visit the Roundtable section of our website
SHORT ANSWER: Why are you interested in the 6th China-America Student Conference? What motivated you to choose a program focused on U.S.–China relations, and what insights or lessons do you hope to gain from participating? (approx. 200-500 words):*

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SHORT ANSWER: What topics are you most interested in discussing during the conference? Which of this year’s three Roundtable themes listed above would you be most excited to join, and why? You may also share what other topics you believe are most important for U.S.–China dialogue today. (approx. 150-350 words):*

0/400
SHORT ANSWER: This year’s conference explores how visiting similar cities in two nations can shape cross-cultural understanding. What do you hope to learn—academically, culturally, or personally—from experiencing comparable places in both countries? How might these experiences deepen your understanding of U.S.–China relations? (approx. 150–350 words):*

0/400
SHORT ANSWER: If differences of opinion arise in group discussions, how would you approach and resolve them? How do you engage with perspectives that differ from your own? (approx. 100-300 words)*

0/350
By submitting this application, I understand that:

Should I be accepted but choose not to participate in the conference, I will notify the Executive Committee at chasc@iscdc.org and provide an explanation for my decision.

The Executive Committee will NOT provide individual feedback for applicants due to the constraints of the application process.

If there are questions concerning the application process or concerns regarding anything, I will email chasc@iscdc.org and the Executive Committee will reply to the best of their ability.

Application decisions and waitlists will be finalized in March. Please do not contact the Executive Committee about the reception of materials or application status before this time period.
If you have any issues with filling out this application, email the Executive Committee at chasc@iscdc.org and we will contact you shortly to problem-solve.
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The 6th China-America Student Conference Application