What is the Alternative Fall Semester Program (AFS)?

The Alternative Fall Semester Program (AFS) was developed by G-MEO to address the needs of Chinese international students enrolled in universities in the US, and to take advantage of the facilities left under-utilized due to the cancellation of study abroad programs caused by COVID-19. The AFS program put Chinese international students in an English language US-style learning environment and keept their education plans on track.

The program also provided US universities and colleges with a suitable campus in China to place their incoming Chinese international freshmen, and to launch their Overseas Fall Semester Program. This was in anticipation of the previous travel restrictions between the US and China not being removed in time for students to secure their visas and book limited flights to the US in time to start their freshman year.

AFS program was developed with one of the top US-accredited universities in New Jersey, Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU).  Upon completion of the AFS program, FDU issued each student an official transcript with 100% credit transferability, keeping all students on track to complete their education. Students looked forward to taking advantage of FDU’s valuable contributions to the AFS program.

G-MEO Alternative Fall Semester program 2020 Summary

Program Location and Duration 

The Alternative Fall Semester program was administrated by G-MEO and partner universities at the Chengdu American Center for Study Abroad. The program started in September and ended in December 2021.

• DEADLINE
  • Application Open - Now
  • Application Close - May 15th

Who Should Apply

If you are unable to come (back) to the U.S. this Fall due to visa, airline, policy, or safety concerns, you are welcome to join us for the AFS program to continue to fulfill your academic goals and enjoy a colorful college campus life in the beautiful city of Chengdu at the Chengdu American Center!

• NEWLY ADMITTED FRESHMEN
  • - Students who have been accepted to American Universities or colleges and plan to start their Freshman year in the 2021 Fall Semester.
  • - Students who can be committed to one university or still in the decision-making process.
• UPPERCLASSMEN
  • - Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who plan to return to their home institution to continue their education.
• ESL & GATEWAY STUDENTS
  • - Students who require additional or supplemental courses to move forward with their academic plans at an American university.
  • - Students who need ESL credits and plan to enroll in a U.S. university for a degree program.
  • - Students who need to take some College credits.
  • - Flexible for these students' needs.

Why G-MEO 

LEARN IN THIS AMAZING CITY
The G-MEO AFS program is located in the capital of Sichuan Province, Chengdu City. Chengdu is an amazing city that well-know by its culture, history, and modern life. Students here can experience the classic Chinese culture and enjoy the convenience of modern life.

100% CREDIT TRANSFER HISTORY!
Upon successful completion of the program, one copy of each student's official transcript from Fairleigh Dickinson University will be mailed to their home institution or any other required location. View more details

KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PROFESSIONAL TEAM SUPPORT
All G-MEO staff are carefully selected, knowledgeable professionals, trained in recognizing and handling the needs of our students. With 8 years of student affairs experience, G-MEO also offers professional support and extracurricular activities to ensure the students have a positive, community-oriented learning and growing experience.

24/7 EMERGENCY HOTLINE IN THE US AND CHINA
At G-MEO, we take personal health and safety very seriously. Resident or Program Directors will work closely with host universities to ensure our students, both individually and as a group, will receive the best care possible.

FLEXIBLE AND CUSTOMIZED PROGRAM
G-MEO has years of experience in developing customized educational programs by working closely with U.S. universities and colleges. You are welcome to contact us to find the best solution for you.