ENROLMENT

All foreign students and overseas Chinese who are interested in the Chinese language, culture or Chinese minorities'culture; who are healthy, over 18 and below 65; who will abide by China's laws and the general regulations of this university are welcome to apply for the program.

LENGTH OF STUDY

Periods of study range from two weeks to one or two years. The academic year is made up of two semesters. The spring semester begins on March 1 and ends on July 10, and the autumn semester begins on September 1 and ends on January 10 the following year.

The four-week Summer School is generally held during the school's summer vacation, i.e. during June and August every year. The two-week Winter Course generally is organized during the month of January.

For organized groups, flexible time arrangements may be made through consultation.

Short-term study programs can begin at any time during the academic year.

ARRANGEMENT OF CURRICULUM

1.The university offers a number of study systems: small group learning for non-native students; special individual tutoring; Summer school.

2.There are 14 contact hours per week at each learning level.

3. Curriculums

1.For long-term refresher students

Intensive reading of Modern Chinese

Listening to Modern Chinese

Speaking Modern Chinese

Reading in Modern Chinese

Writing in Modern Chinese 2.For short-term refresher students

A flexible curriculum caters to the needs and requirement of the students. Generally, courses of Chinese ABC, speaking, listening, as well as special lectures on Chinese culture and the ethnic groups in China are offered.

3.Optional Courses (for an extra fee)

Chinese Culture, Outline of China, Chinese History, Chinese Customs, Chinese Idioms, Chinese Ethnic Groups and Religions, Chinese Calligraphy and Painting, Magazine and Newspaper Reading, Writing Chinese Characters, Chinese Kongfu (including shadow boxing), Chinese National Music and Dance, Chinese Cooking, and HSK Guidance, etc.

4. Extracurricular activities:

The Chinese corner, which is a free weekly conversation activity, involves Chinese students from various departments who will share in cultural experiences with the overseas students.

Social activities, which are provided free of charge, are generally conducted once a semester. These include sightseeing in Guiyang City or Guizhou Province, touring local factories, schools and villages, attending recreational activities, such as concerts, acrobat shows, and exhibitions.

Extra activities also include attendance at sports events and arts-related events at the university, and other opportunities for social interaction.

After completing the courses and passing the examinations, a certificate of Chinese Language Training at Guizhou University will be issued.

CHARGES

1. Application fee: 200RMB for applicants in China 400RMB for applicants abroad

2. Registration fee: 100RMB per semester

3. Tuition:

Long-term students:

* One academic year 11400RMB

*One academic semester 6000RMB

Tuition cannot be refunded when a student discontinues his or her studies for any reason after enrollment.

Short-term students

*Two-weeks 900RMB

*One month 1700RMB

*Two Months 3200RMB

4. Lodging:

Students are provided with accommodations in the University International Hostel. New students are required to stay in the Hostel at least for one semester. After one semester, they can choose off campus living.

The rooms and apartments come with a bathroom, refrigerator, telephone, TV set, electric heating and fan. Public Laundry facilities are provided for student's use.

Upon arrival, a security deposit of 500 RMB (about 65 USD) is required from each student. When the student finishes his/ her study or moves out of the Guesthouse, the deposit will be returned if the room and facilities have been kept in reasonable shape by the residents. A lodging agreement needs to be signed when moving into the Hostel.

To share a 3-person dorm room (separate bedroom, shared living room and bathroom): 500 RMB per month per student (electricity is charged separately).

To have a standard single room (with private bathroom): 600RMB per month per person (electricity is charged separately).

To have a standard single room (with private bathroom and kitchen): 800RMB per month per person (electricity is charged separately).

5. Other Costs

Food, medical, travel and other expenses are the responsibility of the students. Medical services are offered at the campus infirmary or at Huaxi Hospital, which are both only a few blocks from the students'residences. Medical expenses are very reasonable. Students may have meals in the nearby restaurant or eat in the university canteen at a cost of less than one dollar per meal.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Applicants can obtain a copy of the Application Form for Enrollment of International Students to Guizhou University by means of correspondence, E-mail, fax and phone call;

2. The Filled-out Form should be mailed or faxed to us two months prior to the opening of school

3. Aside from the application form, the rest of personal materials needed for application include:

A. A copy of the front page of the applicant's valid passport;

B. Curriculum vita;

C. A copy of the applicant’s latest educational certificate or diploma;

D. 8 passport size photos (the background should be blue)

E. Health check reports by government authorized hospitals with stamp.

F. A financial support Certificate or a bank statement（English version or Chinese version） 4. In case of late application, a student may apply for a tourist visa to come to China. Upon his or her arrival, the university will assist the student in obtaining a student visa. In this case, a health check report is not needed before the student comes to China. But he/she should submit the rest of the necessary documents to the Department in order to request a Letter of Acceptance. The student can obtain an international certificate of health examination in Guiyang City with the help of the Foreign Affairs Department at a reasonable price, which will be accepted all over China for long term residence

6. If the family members of students are coming together, they need to prepare o A copy of the front page of their valid passport o o 6 copies of passport size photo (the background should be blue) o o Physical Examination reports by government authorized hospitals with stamp o o Birth Certificate authenticated by Chinese Embassy or Consulate (for the children); o o Marriage Certificate authenticated by Chinese Embassy or Consulate (for the spouse) o CONTACT: Address: Office of International Relations Guizhou University Huaxi District, Guiyang City, Guizhou 550025 China Tel No: 0086-851-8292749

Fax Number：0086-851-3621381

Website: http://www.gzu.edu.cn

Contact person: Mr. Liu Yu (a.k.a. Louis Liu)，Dept. for International Students' Affairs，E-mail: fa.yliu@gzu.edu.cn

Mr. Zhou Bin(a.k.a. Ben Zhou), Program Officer，E-mail: ie.zhoub@gzu.edu.cn