Beijing Language And Culture University Tuition Fee

Beijing Language and Culture University was founded in 1962. Its main task is to teach the Chinese language and culture to foreign students. As well as teaching Chinese, it also undertakes the tasks of teaching foreign languages, computer science and technology, finance and accountancy to Chinese students. It provides training courses for teachers who specialize in teaching Chinese as a foreign language, and it offers pre-departure language training to candidates intending to live and work abroad.

BLCU is the only international university in China with its main task set at teaching the Chinese language and culture to foreign students. As an international University, BLCU’s vision for the past 40 years has been to “popularize Chinese language and promote Chinese culture.”

In the field of instructing the Chinese language and culture to foreigners, BLCU has the longest history, the broadest scope, and the best teaching faculty. The distinctive cultural environment of diversity at BLCU attracts many students from both domestic and foreign countries. More than 60,000 students from more than 160 nations and regions have graduated from this university since its founding more than 40 years ago. Some have gone on to have distinguished careers as diplomats, sinologists, and journalists; 14 have served as ambassadors to China from other countries, and there are currently over 30 diplomats serving in these embassies.

As home to the world’s largest Chinese language program for international students, BLCU has trained about 200,000 international students from 183 countries and regions since its founding in 1962. BLCU embraces its connections to the world and encourages partnerships in language teaching and culture promotion. With overseas education centers and academic partnerships spanning the globe, BLCU is shaping the future of the world. 

Fast Facts:

• More than 200,000 alumni in 183 countries
• 6,300 full-time undergrads
• 2,500 full-time graduate students 
• 6,000 international students
• 1,200 full-time faculty and staff
• 4 Chang Jiang Scholars allocated to BLCU

Rankings:

• Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) is the most accessible and friendly university among all Chinese universities.
• One of the top 50 Chinese universities.
• BLCU has the largest number of international students.
• BLCU is one of the Top 4 Language Universities in China.

Cost for Study at Beijing Language and Culture University, China

Hostel Fee:  reference cost 1350-3000 CNY/ Month per person            

Food: reference cost 200 USD per month

Tuition Fee:

Undergraduate Programs in English at Beijing Language and Culture University, China

Program	Degree	Teaching Medium	Duration	Tuition fee(CNY)	Entrance Time
English	Bachelor	English	4 Years	23200.00 / Year	September
Chinese Language (Bilingual studies)	Bachelor	English	4 Years	23200.00 / Year	September
Translation and Interpreting	Bachelor	English	4 Years	23200.00 / Year	September
International Economics and Trade	Bachelor	English	4 Years	24900.00 / Year	September

Postgraduate Programs in English at Beijing Language and Culture University, China

Program	Degree	Teaching Medium	Duration	Tuition fee(CNY)	Entrance Time
Translation and Interpretation	Master	English	3 Years	25700.00 / Year	September
International Politics	Master	English	2 Years	25700.00 / Year	September

Beijing Language And Culture University Admission

Admission at Beijing Language and Culture University, China for International Education

Bachelor Degree/Undergraduate Programs in English Medium

Beijing Language and Culture University admits international students in 4 year undergraduate English taught programs: Internationals economics and trade, Translation and Interpretation, Chinese Language (Bilingual studies) and English 

Qualification for applicant 

The applicant should have the equivalent of a high school education.

The applicant should be 18 years old

The applicant should have good command of English and have the ability to take courses in English. 

Pass of relevant examination 

Application materials 

Application Form 

Scan copy of high school leaving certificate 

Scan copy of academic records in high school

Scan copy of the passport identification page and four passport sized photos

Scan copy of English proficiency test certificate for Non native English speakers 

Scan copy of Health certificate

Scan copy of Financial support statement

Duration and Tuition Fees 

Duration: 4 years

Tuition fees are 23,200 CNY/year – 24,900CNY/year

Intake Every Year:

September Intake 

Master Degree/Postgraduate/PG Programs in English Medium

Beijing Language and Culture University admits international students for master’s degree in its English taught program: International politics and Translation and interpretation (MTI)

Qualification for applicant 

Master’s program applicants should have Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent

The applicant should have a good command of English and have the ability to take courses in English 

Aged above 18 years old  

Recommending by two professors or associate professors 

Pass of relevant examinations

Application Materials 

Application Form 

Scan copy of a notarized bachelors degree or equivalent and notarized transcripts 

Two letters of recommendation from professors at or associate professor

Scan copy of Passport  including the valid visa page for the applicant who is  already in China

Scan copy of the financial support statement with signature

Scan copy of English proficiency test certificate for Non native English speakers

Study Duration &Tuition Fee:

Masters degree takes 2 years 

A tuition fee is 25,700 CNY/Year 

4. Intake Every Year:

September Intake

Beijing Language And Culture University Scholarship

Beijing International Students Scholarship is established by the university to encourage self-funded students to work hard on their study and research, so as to cultivate high-level talents with excellent conduct and academic performance.

Application Procedure

This scholarship is open to applicants of Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree and PhD programs.

This scholarship only covers the first year tuition fee and excludes other fees.

Download “Beijing International Students Scholarship Form (Only for Freshmen)” from the website of Beijing language and culture university.

Submit relevant materials according to the course you are applying for (see Application Materials);

Only after the approval of International Student Scholarship Committee, the successful candidates will be awarded the scholarship, and “Admission Notice for Beijing International Students Scholarship” will be issued. Otherwise, the applicants shall study on their own expenses.

If the applicant decides not to study at BLCU, the application materials will not be returned and application fee will not be refunded.

Application Materials:

• Applicants for master’s and PhD programs should provide the following documents:

“Beijing International Students Scholarship Form (Only for Freshmen)”;

“BEIJING LANGUAGE AND CULTURE UNIVERSITY（BLCU）

POSTGRADUATE APPLICATION FORM FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS”;

Academic diploma: Applicants for master’s programs should provide a photocopy of their bachelor’s degree certificate. Applicants for PhD programs should provide a photocopy of their master’s degree certificate. Translation in Chinese or English should be attached to any text other than Chinese or English. This year’s graduates should provide a pre-graduation certificate;

The transcript of the highest academic degree;

Provide other required certificates of the chosen courses, such as photocopy of HSK certificate, please check the following link: https://admission.blcu.edu.cn/56/list.htm

A photocopy of the applicant’s ordinary passport within the validity period;

A photocopy of the ID of the applicant’s emergency contact(can be a passport, license, or other official ID of Chinese citizen or FOREIGNER);

Two reference letters from professors or associate professors of related fields;

Study plan (including resume, learning experience, Chinese proficiency, personal research ability, future research plan, and career plan after graduation, etc. Study plan shall includes at least 800 words for master’s degree and 1500 words for doctor’s degree, written in Chinese.);

Applicants for PhD programs should provide a letter of acceptance of supervisor;

Electronic Colored 2-inch bareheaded photo(the name of the photo shall be the passport number), white background without border, head makes up two-thirds of the photo, pixel no less than 320*240, 100-500kb, in JPG format.;

The application fee(800 RMB) payment proof.

Master or PhD program applicants can apply through the online application system:(http://lxs.blcu.edu.cn/StusSystem/),

Or send the above materials as attachments to email: admissions2@blcu.edu.cn

Applicants for Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Programs should provide the following materials:

“Beijing International Students Scholarship Form (Only for Freshmen)”;

Beijing language and culture university Application Form for International Students;

Academic diploma: a photocopy of the applicant’s highest academic diploma. This year’s graduates should provide a pre-graduation certificate; Translation in Chinese or English should be attached to any text other than Chinese or English.

 Academic record of the highest education.

A photocopy of HSK certificate;

A photocopy of the applicant’s ordinary passport within the validity period;

A photocopy of the ID of the applicant’s emergency contact(can be a passport, license, or other official ID of Chinese citizen or FOREIGNER);

Two reference letters;

Electronic Colored 2-inch bareheaded photo(Name of the photo shall be the passport number), white background without border, head makes up two-thirds of the photo, pixel no less than 320*240, 100-500kb, in JPG format;

The application fee(800 RMB) payment proof

International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2021

The International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship, provided by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC), invites applications from overseas Chinese language teachers. This scholarship serves the purpose of satisfying the growing demands of the international communities for qualified Chinese language teachers, and facilitating international education of Chinese language outside of China. The applications to Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) in particular for such a scholarship should follow the guidelines below, a version with reference to the Application Guide for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2021 released by CLEC:

• I. ELIGIBILITYAll applicants shall be:a) non-Chinese citizens;b)in good physical and mental conditions, with good academic performance and conduct;c) committed to the Chinese language education and related work;d) between the ages of 16 and 35 (as of September1, 2021). Applicants currently working as Chinese language teachers shall not be over 45 years old, while undergraduate student applicants shall not be over 25 years old.  
• II. SCHOLARSHIP TYPES AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Scholarship for Master’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (MTCSOL)The program commences in September 2021 and provides scholarship for a maximum of two academic years. Applicants shall hold a Bachelor’s degree, and have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 5) as well as 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). Priority will be given to applicants who may provide a work contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or a written proof to the same effect.   
• Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (BTCSOL)The program commences in September 2021 and provides scholarship for a maximum of four academic years. Applicants shall hold a senior high school diploma and a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 4) as well as 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level).    

C.Scholarship for One-Academic-Year Study

The program commences in September 2021, and provides scholarship for a maximum of 11 months. International students currently studying in China are not eligible. This scholarship is classified into two types:

• Chinese Language StudyApplicants shall have a minimum score of 210 on HSK Test (Level 3).Priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score.
• TCSOL (Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages)Applicants shall have a minimum score of 270 on HSK Test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required.  
• Scholarship for One-Semester StudyThe program commences either in September 2021 or March 2022, and provides scholarship for a maximum of 5 months. Applicants holding the X1 or X2 visa are not eligible. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK Test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required.This scholarship only has one professional field: Chinese Language and Literature  
• Scholarship for Four-week Chinese Study

An HSK test score is required. The scholarship is funded for a four-week program. The organization and registration of the participants (with 10-15 participants per group) are charged by a recommending institution. Applicants holding the X1 or X2 visa are not eligible. Students will be placed into different level classes according to their Chinese language proficiency and choose one of the slots below to study with other international students. If the group forms one class on its own, commencement date can be negotiated.

Jun. 30 – Jul. 27, 2021 (4-week)

Jul. 21 – Aug. 17, 2021 (4-week)

Aug. 4 – 31, 2021 (4-week)

Dec. 29, 2021 – Jan. 25, 2022 (4-week)

• III. COVERAGE

International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship provides full coverage on tuition fee, accommodation fee, living allowance (four-week study students are excluded) and comprehensive medical insurance expenses.

• IV. APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnline registration will be available from March 1, 2021 on International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website (cis.chinese.cn).Please log on to search for recommending institutions and host institutions, upload application materials online, track the application progress, comments and results. Scholarship holders need to confirm with BLCU to go through the procedures of studying in China, print out the scholarship certificate online, and register at BLCU on the designated date and time as per the letter of admission.The application dates and deadlines (Beijing Time):

• Apr. 15, 2021 (4-week summer program)
• May 15, 2021 (for those commencing in September)
• Sept. 15, 2021 (for those commencing in December)
• Nov. 15, 2021 (for those commencing in March 2022)  CLEC will entrust an expert panel to review the applications. Decisions will be made based on HSK and HSKK scores and levels, and in consideration of country distribution as well as other factors. The results will be published about three months before the school starts.  

• V. CHINESE BRIDGE AWARD RECIPIENT POLICIES

Chinese Bridge winners who have been awarded the 2021 International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship shall log onto the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website and submit documents to BLCU upon presentation of their scholarship certificates.

• VI.Application Documents for International Chinese Language Teachers ScholarshipFor All Applicants

• A scanned copy of passport photo page
• A scanned copy of score reports of the HSK and HSKK tests (within the two-year validity)
• A reference letter by the head of the recommending institutions.
• A certification of the highest education diploma (or proof of expected graduation)  Degree Programs Application Documentsi. For Master’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (MTCSOL)

• A scanned copy of an official undergraduate transcript.
• 2 reference letters from professors or associate professors. Priority will be given to applicants who may provide a work contract with a teaching institution or relevant proof upon completing their studies in China.
• A study plan (including CV, education background, Chinese language proficiency, personal statement on research ability, research proposal, and career plan) above 800 Chinese words. This should be scanned and uploaded in Education Background section.ii.For Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (BTCSOL)a) a certification of official transcript for the highest education

• Other Required Application Documents

• For student under the age of 18, their parents should entrust a non-Chinese citizen residing in China or a Chinese residing in Beijing withthe student’s guardianship, and provide notarized guardianship guarantee statement.
• Applicants currently working as Chinese language teachers shall provide the proof of employment as well as a reference letter by the employer.

Note:

• Applicants for one-semester and four-week program scholarship who withhold X1 or X2 visa are not eligible. Passport pages will be checked upon registration. Those who withhold visas X1 or X2 will be deprived of scholarship. All the consequences caused by providing false documents shall be borne by applicants themselves.
• Additional documents will be required by BLCU on certain conditions.