Beijing
Beijing is the political, cultural and educational capital of China and home to the country's highest concentration of top-ranked universities, including Tsinghua, Peking, Beihang and BLCU. The city pairs ancient landmarks — the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall — with the research district of Zhongguancun, China's 'Silicon Valley'. For international students, Beijing offers unmatched academic prestige, direct access to government ministries and corporate headquarters, and a deep cultural experience, balanced against higher living costs and cold, dry winters.
Why students pick Beijing
Hutong cafés, 798 art district, Forbidden City, vibrant tech startup scene.
Career & jobs: Government, tech (Zhongguancun), media, education, research institutes.
What you should know about Beijing
$650/mo
Government, tech (Zhongguancun), media, education, research institutes.
Very safe — capital city security
Massive subway network, buses, high-speed rail hub to all China.
Peking duck, jianbing, zhajiangmian, imperial cuisine.
Forbidden City, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square
Universities in Beijing
Beijing University of Technology
Beijing Language and Culture University
Minzu University of China
Beijing Sport University
University of International Relations
North China University of Technology
Communication University of China
Capital University of Economics and Business
Capital Normal University
Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
Beijing Foreign Studies University
North China Electric Power University
China University of Petroleum Beijing
China University of Geosciences Beijing
China University of Mining and Technology Beijing
Beijing Forestry University
Central University of Finance and Economics
Beijing University of Chemical Technology
University of International Business and Economics
Renmin University of China
University of Science and Technology Beijing
Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications
Beijing Jiaotong University
Beihang University
China Agricultural University
Beijing Normal University
Beijing Institute of Technology
Tsinghua University
Peking University
Fund your studies in Beijing
These funding options apply to students heading to Beijing. Review eligibility and apply early.
Guangdong Government Scholarship
Full tuition + accommodation + monthly stipend
PartialCityDalian Government Scholarship
Full tuition + monthly stipend + accommodation
Fully FundedChinese Government (CSC)Belt and Road Scholarship
Full tuition + monthly stipend + accommodation + insurance
Fully FundedCityBeijing Government Scholarship
Full or partial tuition + one-off stipend
PartialStudent visa for Beijing
- X1 visa — long-term (degree programs, covers the full study period)
- X2 visa — short-term (language and exchange programs up to 180 days)
- JW202 form from your university + admission notice required
- Convert to a residence permit within 30 days of arrival at the local Beijing Entry-Exit Bureau
How to apply in Beijing
- 1. Pick a university and program in Beijing
- 2. Gather documents (passport, transcripts, recommendation letters, study plan)
- 3. Submit your application and pay any application fee
- 4. Receive admission notice and JW202 form
- 5. Apply for your student visa at the Chinese embassy
- 6. Travel to Beijing and register at your university
September intake applications typically close in June; spring intake closes in December.: September intake applications typically close in June; spring intake closes in December.
Most universities require a high school diploma (Bachelor), a relevant Bachelor (Master), language proficiency (HSK or IELTS), and a valid passport: Most universities require a high school diploma (Bachelor), a relevant Bachelor (Master), language proficiency (HSK or IELTS), and a valid passport.
Partner with us in Beijing
Universities and agencies in Beijing can collaborate with us to recruit international students.