FAQs

The most frequently asked questions about the Chen Yidan Visiting Global Fellows program.

Q: Is this an actual class?

A: Yes, this class counts for 1 credit.

Q: Do I have to take all of the classes presented by the fellows?

A: No, each of the classes are stand-alone and you may take only one class or several of them.  Each class counts for one credit. 

Q: Will I be charged extra tuition for these classes:

A: If you are a full-time student, you will not be charged extra.  If you are a part-time student, you will be charged the normal rate for a one-credit class.

Q: What is the time committment?

A: These one credit courses will meet for 9 hours in class.  There will be pre-readings, as well as in-class exercises and short papers. 

Q: I have a conflicting class, can I miss one class session?

A: No, because these classes only meet for 9 hours, your attendance is required at all class sessions.  However, we are doing our best to plan these class sessions around the majority of regularly scheduled classes.

Q: How do I sign up for these classes?

A: You can sign up for these classes in my.harvard just as any other class.  However, you will be able to add the class after the Add/Drop date.