2026 BFSU Undergraduate Admissions Prospectus for International Students

Brief Introduction of BFSU

Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) is located on Xisanhuan North Road, Haidian District, Beijing. It is a national key university directly administered by the Ministry of Education, one of the first Project 211 universities, a participant of the 985 Innovation Platform and a Double First-Class construction university. As China’s oldest and most comprehensive university specializing in foreign languages, BFSU acts as a core training base for interdisciplinary international talents for diplomatic, commercial, media and legal industries.

BFSU adopts application-based evaluation admission for international undergraduates, aiming to cultivate cross-disciplinary talents with profound Chinese cultural literacy, global vision and professional competitiveness.

Programs & Duration of Study

Standard Study Duration

The standard undergraduate study period is four academic years, and the maximum permitted study span ranges from three to six years according to school regulations.

Chinese-Taught Majors

English-Taught Majors

Complete major catalogue can be viewed in 2026 Beijing Foreign Studies University Undergraduate Program Catalogue.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Applicants must hold valid ordinary foreign passports and be non-Chinese citizens.

For applicants born overseas with one or two Chinese parents, or former Chinese citizens who obtained foreign nationality: foreign nationality must be held for at least 4 full years, with physical overseas residence exceeding 2 years within the latest 4 years (9 months per year counts as one full year, deadline April 30, 2026). Former Chinese citizens must submit formal renunciation documents. Any verified Chinese nationality will result in immediate disqualification of application, admission or student status. Detailed materials standard in Instructions on Nationality Certification Materials.

2. Applicants shall be physically and mentally healthy, meeting medical standards for student visas and academic study, capable of completing full campus study and daily life.

3. No criminal records or public security penalties; applicants shall maintain friendly attitudes toward China and abide by Chinese laws and university regulations.

4. Complete senior high school education. Applicants under 18 years old require school approval and notarized local guardian documents in China. Detailed materials standard in Notice on Student Visa Application for International Students Under 18 Years Old.

5. Satisfy academic and language proficiency thresholds corresponding to target majors, detailed requirements issued by respective schools.

Application Procedures & Time Schedule

Official Application Portal

Official Website: http://study.bfsu.edu.cn, the online system supports English application filling.

Application Opening Periods

• Autumn Intake: March 10, 2026 — June 15, 2026

• Spring Intake: October 15, 2026 — December 15, 2026

Application Fee

Application fee is 800 RMB, payable online through the system. Fees are non-refundable and only RMB payment is accepted.

Full Required Application Documents

1. Senior high school graduation certificate; non-English documents must carry certified English translation. Current students may submit enrollment certificate, and original graduation certificate must be handed in before registration.

2. Complete high school transcript; non-percentage grading systems need official score explanation, foreign language transcripts require certified English translation.

3. Official CSCA academic assessment report (official website: csca.cn).

4. Language proficiency certificates matching the teaching language of target majors (HSK, IELTS, TOEFL, etc.).

5. Personal statement written in the major's teaching language, minimum 500 words.

6. Passport biographical page; applicants residing in China additionally provide visa/residence permit and latest entry stamp pages; applicants under 18 submit birth certificate and guardian notarization materials.

7. Admission commitment letter and sponsor guarantee letter (templates downloadable from official website).

8. Employment termination or employer study approval letter for working applicants.

9. Extra materials required by individual schools or scholarship schemes.

All documents must be uploaded as clear colored scans. Blurred or distorted photos will not be accepted. Chinese mainland entry permits, Taiwan Mainland Travel Permits or Hong Kong/Macao passports cannot be used for international student application channels.

Application Review & Admission Arrangement

Two-Stage Review Mechanism

The Office of International Student Affairs conducts preliminary qualification screening for all submitted documents. Qualified applications will be forwarded to corresponding academic schools. Schools organize material evaluation and major assessment to comprehensively evaluate applicants’ academic potential and language competence. Applicants may log into the online system to track real-time application progress.

Admission Notice Issuance

The university selects applicants based on preliminary review and school assessment results. Admission letters and JW201/JW202 visa forms will be sent to registered applicant emails. The production cycle of admission materials takes approximately 4 to 5 weeks.

On-site Registration Document Verification

All admitted students must complete in-person registration by the deadline stated on admission letters. Failure to register without valid justifications will be regarded as automatic abandonment of admission. Original passport, admission letter and JW visa forms will be checked on site. A second round of document verification will be conducted after enrollment; any falsified or inconsistent information will lead to cancellation of student status.

Tuition Standard

Payment Account Information

Account Name: Beijing Foreign Studies University
Bank: ICBC Zizhuyuan Sub-branch
Account No.: 0200007609026402172
SWIFT Code: ICBKCNBJBJM

Scholarship programs

For available scholarship programs and application requirements, please refer to Scholarship Information.

Visa, Insurance & On-campus Accommodation

Student Visa Policy

Applicants planning to study longer than 6 months must apply for X1 student visa. Within 30 days after entering China, students shall visit the Office of International Student Affairs to apply for student residence permit.

Mandatory Medical Insurance

All international students are required to purchase designated comprehensive medical insurance. Half-year premium: 400 CNY; full-year premium: 800 CNY. Registration will be rejected without valid insurance coverage.

On-campus Dormitory Rates

Full dormitory pricing document is shown in Room Types and Accommodation Fees for International Students at BFSU. Dormitory reservation must be completed via the online application system. Students living off-campus must register temporary accommodation at local police stations within 24 hours after moving in.

Contact Information