Beihang University
北京航空航天大学 · BUAA
Beijing, Beijing · QS #334
QS Rank
#334
City
Beijing
Founded
1952
Students
35,000+
Intl Students
1,500+
CSC Eligible
Yes — Type A & B
Tuition
$2,500–5,000/yr
Living Cost
$400–800/mo
Language
HSK 4+ (Chinese-taught) / IELTS 6.0+ (English-taught)
Deadline
April 15 (CSC) / June 15 (self-funded)
About Beihang University
Beihang University (Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics) is one of Beijing's most competitive 985 universities, focused exclusively on engineering and technology. Located in Haidian district alongside Tsinghua and PKU, Beihang benefits from Beijing's massive aerospace and tech ecosystem. The university was key in developing China's large passenger aircraft program (C919) and has strong ties to military aviation research. Its computer science department consistently ranks in China's top 5.
Motto: "Virtue, Knowledge, Truth, Practice"
Programs Offered
Key Strengths
- Beijing's #1 aerospace university
- Top 5 CS department in China
- Haidian tech hub location
- C919 aircraft development partner
- Compact, focused campus
Admission Tips
Beihang is competitive but accessible for engineering students. CS and software engineering programs have good international enrollment. Some aerospace programs may have nationality restrictions. Strong interest in international research collaboration. GPA: 3.0+/4.0.
Campus Life
Located in Haidian — Beijing's Silicon Valley — surrounded by tech companies, universities, and innovation parks. The campus is compact and efficient. Beijing offers unlimited cultural experiences. Budget: ¥3,000–5,000/month.
Why Choose Beihang University?
Top aerospace school in Beijing
Excellent CS programs
Right next to Tsinghua and PKU
Beijing's tech hub location
Strong industry placement
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