Beijing Foreign Studies University
Beijing, China
- 1941
- Founded
- Not listed
- Global Rank
- 13,500+
- Total Students
- 9%
- International Students
- 111
- Programs
About Beijing Foreign Studies University
Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU; 北京外国语大学), founded in 1941, is China’s premier national key university for foreign languages, international diplomacy, global journalism, legal studies, and international business. Revered nationwide as the “Cradle of Diplomats” (外交官的摇篮), BFSU has educated more than 400 ambassadors and over 2,000 senior diplomats, counselors, and consuls general. Situated along the Third Ring Road in Beijing’s Haidian university district, BFSU teaches 101 foreign languages—the most extensive linguistic portfolio in China—and educates over 13,500 students, including 1,200+ international scholars from more than 110 countries. The university is a member of China’s elite Double First Class University initiative and Project 211, offering world-class instruction in international business (AACSB-accredited IBS BFSU), global governance, cross-cultural communication, and diplomatic statecraft.
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CNY 26,000 – CNY 38,000 / year (Full scholarships available covering 100% tuition + housing + monthly stipend)Fees vary by course and degree level.
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- Application fee: CNY 800 (One-time online admissions application fee via study.bfsu.edu.cn)
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Beijing, China
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