The Beijing Center

the beijing center for chinese studies

Campus & Housing

Be immersed in the life of a top Chinese University

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!

CAMPUS & HOUSING

Situated in the northeastern part of Beijing between the 3rd and 4th ring roads (Beijing’s expressways), you are close to the center of the city, while at the same time surrounded by a thriving residential neighborhood.

Living in the middle of a Chinese university in a local residential area allows you the opportunity to truly immerse yourself in the language and culture of China. From the family who makes homemade dumplings in a nearby restaurant, to the man who fixes bicycles right outside your residential hall, a chance to gain a deep and intimate insight into China awaits.

HOUSING

Standard rooms are double occupancy equipped with in-room, Western-style bathrooms. For students doing a semester abroad, single rooms and apartment-style rooms are available at an additional cost.

ALL HOUSING OPTIONS INCLUDE

  • Wireless Internet
  • 24-hour laundry room
  • Linens included
  • Furnished (beds, desks, chairs, table, closets)
  • Mini-refrigerator

* Students are required by TBC and by Chinese law to live in the International Student Residence 

CHINESE ROOMMATES

Meet a local who will welcome you to China and show you the ropes from day one. Chinese roommates are students from Local university who give you the opportunity to join their school, their clubs, and their friend circles. They create an environment for cultural exchange, and will help you understand the language, customs, and culture. We encourage you to join our award-winning Chinese roommate program when selecting your housing. Read more reasons why a Chinese roommate is a great option here

*Not all students who request a Chinese Roommate are granted one; preference will be given to year-long students (i.e. full-year, two semesters) and on a first come, first served basis.

MEALS

Food in Beijing is plentiful and delicious. Beijing is famed for having 100,000 restaurants where you can find food from all over the world. Student Life provides a meal card to sample campus dining where you can find a hot meal for less than 1 US dollar. Located on campus there are numerous cafeterias, restaurants, coffee shops and a convenience store where you can find fruit, beverages, and snacks. You can also eat at one of the nearly 60 restaurants within walking distance of campus. At most of these restaurants a dish typically costs about three or four US dollars. Students generally budget $1,000-$1,500 USD for meals for the duration of the semester.

Having a Chinese roommate has been the cementing of my perspective of China.
ANGELO CANTA
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO, RICCI SCHOLAR - TBC SPRING 2016
My Chinese roommate, Kabe, was incredibly helpful to adjusting to Beijing and became one of my closest friends...
MICHAEL SLIWINSKI
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY - TBC FALL 2014