2025 BIT Undergraduate Program for International Students
Founded in 1940, Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) is one of China’s leading national universities, consistently recognized under the prestigious “985 Project” and “Double First-Class” initiatives. BIT holds a prominent position in both domestic and global academic spheres, with its influence reflected in numerous accolades. These include a rank of 302 in the 2025 QS World University Rankings, a position within the 101-150 range in the 2024 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), 179th in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities Rankings, 201-250 in the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings(THE), and a commendable 9th place in the Chinese Mainland according to the QS Global Graduate Employability Rankings 2022. BIT also holds the top spot for Higher General Education Accreditation for International Students in China.
Although science and engineering remain its core focus, BIT fosters balanced growth across other disciplines, including management and the humanities, with many of its programs consistently ranking in China's top 10. In recent years, BIT has bolstered its international reputation through a robust internationalization strategy, cultivating a global talent community while continuously improving the quality of its educational offerings. This forward-thinking approach is reflected in the creation of a diverse, cosmopolitan learning and living environment on campus, underscoring BIT's growing international presence and influence. Today, BIT is proud to host a vibrant student body that includes more than 3,400 international students from 152 countries.
Welcome to join Beijing Institute of Technology!
I. Qualification
1. High school graduate or above who is qualified to apply for university; non-Chinese citizens with valid foreign passport and in good health; observe Chinese laws and regulations of Beijing Institute of Technology.
2. Aged between 18 and 25; Applicants under 18 should provide certificate of guardian who has Beijing residency.
3. Applicants must comply with the regulations (JW〔2020〕No. 12) issued by Ministry of Education of People's Republic of China. (Link)
II. English-Taught Programs
III. Application Procedure
Step 1: Online application. The Applicant shall register at http://apply.isc.bit.edu.cn, upload required materials and pay application fee. The application deadline is June 15th, 2025.
Step 2: Pay application fee. After passing the preliminary examination, the applicant shall pay the application fee of CNY 600, which is non-refundable.
Step 3: Comprehensive Interview. The appplicant shall take the Comprehensive Interview. Detailed arrangements will be informed through email.
Step 4: Pre-Admission. The Applicant who have passed the Comprehensive Interview will be offered a pre-admission letter. The pre-admission result will be informed through online application system.
Step 5: Academic proficiency test (Online). The pre-admitted appliant shall take the Academic proficiency test (Online). The test will be conducted in student's applied langguage of instruction. Detailed arrangements will be informed in Placement Test Notice.
Step 6: Pay tuition fee (deposit). The applicant shall pay deposit within the given time.
Step 7: Admitted. After the deposit is paid, the applicant’ materials will be reviewed. Applicant with qualified and complete materials will be offered admission letter.
* Please check your Email and Application system constantly after submitting application.
IV. Application Materials (* is required)
*1. The Photocopy of Passport (photo page and China visa page)
*2. The Certified/Notarized Copy of High School Transcripts (Chinese or English version)
*3. The Certified/Notarized Copy of High School Diploma (Chinese or English version)
*4. The Valid Report of Chinese or English Language Proficiency Tests. (For Chinese Medium: HSK5≥180, For English Medium: IELTS≥6.0 or TOEFL≥85 or other language certificate recognized by BIT. English native speakers are exempted.)
*5. Personal Statement/Study Plan (download the template from the Link, upload it in the application system after filling out)
6. BIT Freshmen Scholarship Application Form (For applicants who will apply for BIT Freshmen Scholarship, please download the form from the Link, and upload it in the attachment after filling out)
7. Applications under 18 must upload all materials required in Application Materials for Student under 18 (download from the Link)
8. Physical Examination Record for Foreigner (please go to hospital for a physical examination as required in Physical Examination Record for Foreigner from the Link and upload it in the application system)
9. Financial Guarantee Letter (The certificate of bank saving)
10. Non-criminal Record (Issued by the local police station)
11. Other documents (Students in design major should provide no less than 2 art works)
V. Duration & Fees
Duration: 4 years
Application fee: CNY 600
Chinese taught program tuition: CNY 23,000/year; English taught program tuition: CNY 30,000/year
Insurance fee: CNY 800/year
Visa fee: CNY 400/year
Accommodation：
Zhongguancun campus
2 people shared room: CNY 1,350/month 3 people shared room: CNY 1200/month
4 people shared room: CNY 900/month
Liangxiang campus
2 people shared room: CNY 900/month 3 people shared room: CNY 700/month 4 people shared room: CNY 500/month
VI. Scholarship
1. Chinese Government Scholarship (only for Chinese-taught program)
The scholarship application is directed to the local Chinese Embassy or Consulate. The application time is usually from November to April next year. Please ask for more application information from Chinese Embassy/Consulate in your home country.
When filling in the scholarship application form, the applicant should choose Type A and select Beijing Institute of Technology as the first priority institution.
2.Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship / BIT International Student Scholarship
Note：Free university dormitory and stipend will be suspended if a student cannot study on-campus.
Applicants with HSKK scores are preferred for the first prize programs taught in Chinese.
Beijing Institute of Technology
Office of International Students
Address: 5 Zhongguancun South Street, Haidian District, 100081, Beijing, P.R.China
Contact: Ms. SHEN
Tel: 86-10-68918272
Email: undergraduate@bit.edu.cn
Website: http://isc.bit.edu.cn