CUPL is recognized nationwide for its comprehensive legal education and research, producing highly qualified professionals in law and political science who serve in courts, government agencies, law firms, and academic institutions across China.

In 1983, the Beijing Institute of Political Science and Law merged with the Central Cadres’ College of Science and was officially renamed China University of Political Science and Law (CUPL).

You’ll need an application form, passport copy, academic transcripts and diploma(s), physical-examination record, personal statement or study plan, and any required proof of Chinese-language proficiency (e.g., HSK results).

Undergraduate: high-school diploma, excellent grades, under 25 years old Master’s: bachelor’s degree, under 35 years old Doctoral: master’s degree, under 40 years old

CUPL’s School of International Education issues an Admission Notice and a JW202 visa application form. Use these to apply for a Chinese student visa, then follow CUPL’s registration instructions and pay any required fees before classes begin.

CUPL employs trained security personnel who patrol 24/7, maintains CCTV surveillance in key areas, and uses controlled-access gates to ensure only authorized individuals enter residence halls and academic buildings.

Yes. The International Students Office runs orientation sessions on Beijing safety tips, issues multilingual safety guides, and offers a dedicated advisor who is on call after hours to help with medical issues, lost documents, or reporting incidents.

Emergency contact numbers are printed on every student ID and posted in dormitories. Calling the campus security hotline dispatches the nearest patrol and, when needed, coordinates with Beijing’s police or local hospitals for rapid response.

CUPL’s signature major is Law, with options to focus on areas such as civil-commercial law, criminal justice, international law, and intellectual-property law. Beyond law, you can pursue Political Science and Public Administration, Sociology, Administrative Management, and International Relations/Political Science.

In addition to the English-taught LL.M. programs, CUPL offers the Chinese-language Juris Master (JM)—a professional master’s for legal practice—plus master’s and PhD programs in constitutional law, criminal law, international relations, public administration, and other law-related disciplines.

Yes. CUPL runs several English-medium programs, including an LL.M. in Chinese Law, an LL.M. in EU Law, and select PhD tracks in legal studies and political science. Exchange and semester-abroad modules are also taught in English.

The two main funding routes are the China Scholarship Council (CSC) Scholarship and CUPL’s own Chinese University Scholarship. Both can be applied to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs.

Yes, you may apply for both. CSC Scholarship: Complete the CSC online application first (choose CUPL’s agency code), then upload the CSC form plus your academic dossier to CUPL’s admissions portal. Chinese University Scholarship: Apply directly in the CUPL system and indicate you wish to be considered for university funding. Deadlines generally fall between January and March for the following September intake, so prepare documents (transcripts, study plan, recommendation letters, HSK/English scores) well in advance.

Both schemes usually provide a full tuition waiver, on-campus accommodation, a monthly living stipend (approx. ¥2 500–¥3 500 depending on degree level), and comprehensive medical insurance.

While CUPL is best-known for legal studies, it also runs 26 undergraduate majors and a broad slate of master’s, doctoral, and professional master’s degrees in fields such as political science & administration, philosophy, economics, management, history, and the arts. International students can choose English-taught tracks (e.g., comparative law) as well as Chinese-medium courses.

Yes. CUPL maintains active exchange agreements with overseas universities and encourages students to spend a semester or year abroad. Conversely, short-term semester programs taught in English allow visiting students from partner schools to experience CUPL’s legal curriculum while earning transferable credits.

International students receive orientation, visa guidance, and housing support and can live in on-campus dorms. The Beijing location places them close to historical sites and professional opportunities. CUPL hosts numerous student clubs, moot-court teams, cultural societies, and sports facilities that help newcomers integrate quickly.

CUPL reserves rooms for international students in the International Exchange Centre on the Changping campus. Rooms are furnished, Wi-Fi-enabled, and managed by on-site staff. A smaller quota of beds on Xueyuanlu campus is sometimes available, but priority goes to degree students in Changping.

Yes. Students may rent nearby apartments once they’ve registered with the university and local police. A typical two-bedroom flat shared by two students near either campus costs about RMB 5,000/month plus utilities. CUPL’s International Office can provide a list of vetted agencies and assist with lease registration.

Annual dorm fees vary ≈ RMB 900 – 10,500 depending on campus, room size (single/double), and amenities. Expect the International Exchange Centre double room to fall in the mid-range; single studios on Xueyuanlu are at the upper end.

Yes, CUPL provides support for international students in obtaining residence permits after arriving in China, especially for those on an X1 visa (studying for one year or more).

What is the difference between X1 and X2 visas for CUPL students? X1 visa: For students studying in China for more than 6 months (typically one year). Eligible for residence permit application assistance after arrival. X2 visa: For short-term study, usually one semester or less. No residence permit is issued, so students stay on the X2 visa.

While CUPL helps with residence permits during study, applying for a post-study work visa after graduation is the student's responsibility and requires meeting Chinese government requirements such as a job offer.