Chinese Students and the American Dream: Are These Students Prepared for
Abstract
This study examined the preparedness level of Chinese students graduating from a particular private school in Shenzhen China for first year success in an American University. As the number of Chinese students who wish to go abroad continues to grow; international schools within China need to constantly assess their program to make an accurate determination as to whether or not the program is adequately serving the student body. This study will look specifically at and examine the following three areas: English language proficiency, cultural preparedness and understanding, and stress. The results suggested that Chinese students graduating from an international school in Shenzhen China are not adequately prepared for first year academic success in the United States. Furthermore, the research shows that American universities need to do more in order to increase the chances of assimilation and academic success in the United States for Chinese international students.