If you plan to study Chinese as a foreign language in the United States, here are several good professional choices for your reference. These majors can help you master the knowledge and skills of teaching Chinese as a foreign language more comprehensively and lay a solid foundation for your future development.

Linguistics major

Studying Chinese or English in the Department of Linguistics will provide you with a more comprehensive linguistic foundation.

Professional education

By studying educational theory and practice, mastering educational skills and methods will provide you with a more comprehensive foundation of pedagogy.

International relations major

If you are interested in international relations, language and culture, you can consider the relevant direction of international studies and affairs to provide you with a more comprehensive foundation of international relations.

East Asian culture major

The majors of East Asian Studies and East Asian Language and Literature are also suitable for students majoring in Chinese as a foreign language. You can learn more about East Asian culture and language and provide you with a more comprehensive East Asian cultural foundation.