Central University of Finance and Economics

Overview

The Central University of Finance and Economics (CUFE) is one of China's top finance and economics universities, directly administered by the Ministry of Education. Founded in 1949, CUFE has a strong reputation in finance, accounting, economics, and public administration. Located in Beijing, it is a key university under Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative, playing a significant role in training China's financial professionals and contributing to economic policy research.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	1949
Type	Public specialized university
QS World Ranking	Top 500-600 globally
Campus Size	100 acres (40 hectares)
Location	Haidian District, Beijing
Programs	14 schools and departments
Students	~15,000
International Students	~1,000

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.cufe.edu.cn/en/
• Programs Available: Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, and Chinese language programs
• Language Requirements: HSK 4+ 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 CUFE
• CSC Scholarship — Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities