The Program

The Beijing Center was founded in Beijing in 1998. The Beijing Center is operated by Loyola University Chicago, a Jesuit institution. The Beijing Center offers programs for undergraduate students, faculty, administrators, and tailor-made program for academic groups. The Beijing Center offers more than 60 classes during an academic semester, plus exciting summer programs. Students wishing to study at the Beijing Center do not need a prior knowledge of Chinese. Students may also take classes to fulfill course work for an East Asian Studies concentration.

Financial Aid Information

Students wishing to study at the Beijing Center are eligible to bring all their JCU aid, with exception of work study. Please consult the Office of Financial Aid for further information.

Program Costs (Academic Year 2013-2014)

Tuition

16,665
Room

2,725
Administrative Fee

1,000
Total Billed

20,390

Estimated costs (not billed by JCU)

Books & Supplies

300
Personal Expenses

1,200
Transportation

2,200
Board

1,000
Visa

200
Insurance

160
Total Indirect Costs

5,060

TOTAL BUDGET:  $25,450

Note: Board is the responsibility of the student while in Beijing.

How to Apply

Applications for the Beijing Center are available at the Center for Global Education.

The deadline for applications to study abroad for Fall Semester is March 1, and for Spring Semester is October 1.

For further information about spending a semester at the Beijing Center students may contact the Center for Global Education.

For information on China please see the following links:

  • CIA World Fact Book: China
  • State Department Counselor Information Sheet: China
  • Centers for Disease Control: China