China Foreign Affairs University

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Located in Beijing, China, China Foreign Affairs University is widely known as the "cradle of Chinese diplomats" and is exclusively dedicated to international relations, foreign affairs, and diplomacy. Its strongest academic programs include diplomacy, international law, and foreign languages, making it the premier institution in the country for training future global policymakers and state officials. For international students, the university offers specialized undergraduate and graduate programs taught in English, alongside comprehensive Chinese language training to bridge academic and cultural gaps. The International Office provides dedicated support services, including visa assistance, cultural excursion programs, and integration events designed to foster close academic cooperation between domestic and international scholars. A distinctive characteristic of the university is its exceptionally small, elite student body and intimate campus environment, which allows for highly personalized mentorship from veteran diplomats and high-ranking government advisors.

Background

China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU; Chinese: 外交学院; lit. 'Diplomacy Academy') is a public university of foreign service in Beijing, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The institute is part of the Double First-Class Construction. Since its foundation, there have been over 300 ambassadors and thousands of senior diplomats among the alumni of CFAU, gaining the university a reputation as "the cradle of Chinese diplomats". At present, CFAU has two campuses. The first began operating in 1956; the second one came into service in 2012. The university maintains two campuses in Beijing: the newer Zhanlanguan Rd Campus (展览馆校区) in Xicheng and the original Shahe Campus (沙河校区) in Changping.

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