Whether you wander through 800-year-old alleys at the city center or walk onto the field at the Bird’s Nest Stadium in Olympic Park; Beijing offers a dynamic of old juxtaposed with new, unmatched by any other city in the world.
A walk around the hutongs, one of the oldest residential neighborhoods still standing in Beijing, will give you a good sense of everyday “old Beijinger” life. It is an interesting mix of residential living, creative restaurants, and hipster shops. It is a story of the life and changes of the generations that have lived in Beijing.
Truly a place where ancient meets modern. The political center of China over many centuries, the awe of history, size and power ensures that walking around this area will never get old.
The international commercial district, it is frequented by expats from all over the world and locals alike. When you are missing your favorite Western cuisine or Western brand, head here to not only find the comforts of your home country, but also to discover brands and cuisines from around the world. After a long day of shopping and eating, the nightlife is sure not to disappoint.
An incredible transformation from pasture land in the Ming Dynasty to the Central Business District in the capital city of the largest economy in the world. You are sure to see people walking around in suits, world-class shopping, and a building that look like pants? Indeed.
Not too far from UIBE, and close to a large number of universities and research facilities, it’s a popular hangout for students from around the globe. A booming nightlife, it offers slightly cheaper prices than Sanlitun aimed at students.
Transportation in Beijing is made up of everything imaginable. From hoverboards to hybrid rickshaws to luxury cars and even the occasional donkey cart.
3 different lines near TBC’s campus: 5, 10, and 13
Transportation in Beijing is made up of everything imaginable. From hoverboards to hybrid rickshaws to luxury cars and even the occasional donkey cart.
Convenient stops to your dorm, and cost less than 50 cents a ride
Transportation in Beijing is made up of everything imaginable. From hoverboards to hybrid rickshaws to luxury cars and even the occasional donkey cart.
Offer a unique experience to get around Beijing’s central areas
Transportation in Beijing is made up of everything imaginable. From hoverboards to hybrid rickshaws to luxury cars and even the occasional donkey cart.
Simply download Mo bike app or OFO app and you will be able to use bikes all over the city
Transportation in Beijing is made up of everything imaginable. From hoverboards to hybrid rickshaws to luxury cars and even the occasional donkey cart.
Reasonably priced, but not recommended during peak commuter traffic. We recommend downloading an app similar to Uber called Didi Chuxing to call a taxi quicker.
We have created this Estimated Program Cost sheet to help you budget for your time in Beijing. Many students find living in China cheaper than living at their home university. Just like at home, spending habits vary by individual, meals, transportation, and shopping can vary greatly depending on personal preferences. You will notice that tuition is not included as it varies by home university, please find your university – for specific tuition details, please contact your study abroad office.
TBC students receive a campus dining card with a complimentary credit of approximately $50 to sample campus dining.
Non-TBC fees: additional processing in China required for physical exam, resident permit, internship annotation fee and processing fee.
Note: All fees are stated in USD. Full year students pay the semester fee each term.
We have created this Estimated Program Cost sheet to help you budget for your time in Beijing. Many students find living in China cheaper than living at their home university. Just like at home, spending habits vary by individual, meals, transportation, and shopping can vary greatly depending on personal preferences. You will notice that tuition is not included as it varies by home university, please find your university – specific tuition details here.
Note: All fees are stated in USD.
We have created this Estimated Program Costs sheet to help you budget for your time in Beijing. Many students find living in China cheaper than living at their home university. Just like at home, spending habits vary by individual, meals, transportation, and shopping can vary greatly depending on personal preferences. You will notice that tuition is not included as it varies by home university, please find your university – specific tuition details here.
*TBC students receive a campus dining card with a complimentary credit of approximately $50 to sample campus dining.
**TBC students receive a stipend for utilities (RMB100 for water and RMB100 for electricity)
Note: All fees are stated in USD.