Quick Summary
Situated in Beijing, China, Beijing Normal University is a public established in 1902. Ranked #271 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 26800 students including 7.5% from outside China. Known for strengths in Education, Psychology, Linguistics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
BNU is the premier teacher-training institution in China and a global leader in education and psychology research.
Subject Strengths
EducationPsychologyLinguisticsGeographyChinese Language and LiteratureEnvironmental Science
Founded1902
TypePublic
Total Students26800
Intl Students7.5%
Faculty Ratio12:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size174 acres (Haidian Campus)
Affiliated HospitalsThe Third Affiliated Hospital of Beijing Normal University
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#271
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251-300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
Programs
Education, Psychology, Chinese Language and Literature, History, Mathematics, Physics, Geography
PhD Programs
Available via BNU Online Education School (Adult Education)
Online Programs
State Key Laboratory of Cognitive Neuroscience and Learning, State Key Laboratory of Earth Surface Processes and Resource Ecology
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6
TOEFL85
Min GPA3
GREOptional (Program dependent)
GMATOptional
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight research experience for graduate programs; International applicants should focus on HSK scores for Chinese-taught programs or provide proof of English proficiency for English-taught ones.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥24,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥50,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥30,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$110
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥74,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship (CSC), Beijing Government Scholarship, BNU Admission Scholarship, International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students; international students primarily rely on scholarships
Work-StudyAvailable on campus
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Education | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Chinese Philology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Ecology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Geography | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mathematics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Chinese school systems, research institutes, and government bodies
Industry Connections
Strong links with the education sectorpsychological counseling firmsand environmental agencies
Notable Alumni
Mo Yan (Nobel Laureate), Liu Xiaobo (Nobel Laureate), Lang Ping
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Qiu Jiduan Gymnasium, swimming pools, outdoor tracks, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Over 100 student societies including the Art Troupe, Model UN, and traditional Chinese culture clubs
Library Resources
Over 5.1 million volumes and 100+ digital databases
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with 300+ universities in 30+ countries
Summer Programs
BNU International Summer School