Beijing Normal University

Overview

Beijing Normal University (BNU) is China's premier teacher training and education research institution, founded in 1902 as the Faculty of Education of the Imperial University of Peking. Located in the Haidian District of Beijing, BNU has expanded beyond its original mission to become a comprehensive research university with particular strengths in education, psychology, Chinese language and literature, and environmental science. As a key institution under Project 985 and the Double First-Class initiative, BNU plays a leading role in shaping China's education policy and training future educators nationwide.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	1902
Type	Public research university
QS World Ranking	Top 250-350 globally
Campus Size	170 acres (69 hectares)
Location	Haidian District, Beijing
Programs	26 schools and departments
Students	~24,000
International Students	~2,000

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.bnu.edu.cn/en/international-students/
• Programs Available: Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, and Chinese language programs
• Language Requirements: HSK 5+ for Chinese-taught programs; IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ for English-taught programs
• Application Period: Typically October to March for fall intake
• Tuition: Varies by program; approximately RMB 20,000–30,000/year

Related Concepts

• Beijing — Capital city and home to Beijing Normal University
• CSC Scholarship — Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities