FAQ

1. Q: When is the deadline for China University of Petroleum (Beijing) to study in China for undergraduate/master/doctorate/Chinese classes?

A: The deadlines for studying in different grades of each year are different, but the following are the usual deadlines for application.

• Chinese Class: June 30
• Undergraduate Project: June 15
• Master's and Ph.D. programs: May 30

2. Q: What types of scholarships can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) apply for?

A: The China University of Petroleum provides many scholarships for foreign students, and they have different application requirements and eligibility criteria.

Including Chinese Government Scholarship (A and B), China University of Petroleum Beijing (CUPB) Scholarship (First, Second, Third Class), Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship for Foreign Students (First, Second Class), Confucius Institute Scholarship, Outstanding Alumni Scholarships, etc.

For more information, please visit our website.

http://overseas.cup.edu.cn/en/?c=content&a=list&catid=239

3. Q: Can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) apply for CUPB scholarship and CSC Scholarship at the same time?

A: Yes, students can do this and encourage them to apply for more than one scholarship. As long as you are eligible to apply for more than one scholarship, you can apply for as many scholarships as possible.

4. Q: How can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) find tutors?

A: You can find tutors in the research direction you are interested in on our website, and contact them through the contact information on the website. It is recommended that you be patient when contacting tutors because they are very busy and it may take a long time to reply to emails because they will receive a lot of letters from prospective students.

You can also follow a detailed guide written by some of our students to help you find a mentor. Please note that this is a best practice guide and should be followed when you are looking for a mentor. The guide "How to find a tutor" can be downloaded from our website using the link below.

http://overseas.cup.edu.cn/en/?c=content&a=list&catid=195

5. Q: When will the online interview of China University of Petroleum (Beijing) international students be held?

A: The interview is usually held at the end of May or early June after the application is closed. We will send you a notice in advance through your registered email and encourage you to continue to follow your email. You can also check the date in the "CUPB notice" section of the website, as this is the official communication medium for all notices of the International Education Institute.

6. Q: What is the language for online interviews for international students from the China University of Petroleum (Beijing)?

A: The online application interview will be conducted in English or Chinese, depending on the language of study the applicant has applied for.

7. Q: How do international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) prepare for online interviews?

A: You need to prepare for the technical aspects of your application and be familiar with your study plan. You also need to prepare a stable Internet connection, choose a quiet environment, and dress appropriately. The best advice is to determine and understand your motivation for applying for a particular project, as this is usually related to most of the main points of the interview.

8. Q: International students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) received pre-admission notices. Does it mean that I have been admitted?

A: No, the pre-admission letter is the first step and does not mean that you are a student admitted by CUPB. The pre-admission notice indicates that you have met the minimum admission requirements and your application has passed the review of the International Education Institute. It will be forwarded to the teaching college to which the applicant belongs for further review.

9. Q: How does an international student from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) know that I am admitted?

A: When you are admitted, the status in the application system will show "Admitted", and you will also receive an email to notify you that you have been accepted. Finally, you will receive an email to the mailing address of your admission materials, after which you will receive the originals of your admission materials.

10. Q: When can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) receive the documents required for visa application?

A: Visa application materials are usually sent one month before the start of the new semester. The fall semester is usually early August, and the spring semester is usually early January.

11. Q: How to apply for a visa? What kind of visa do the international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) need to apply for?

A: The visa application is processed at the embassy or consulate of the People's Republic of China in your country. Please present the application materials (original admission notice and JW202/JW201 visa application form) sent by the school and other documents required by the People's Republic of China in your country or consulate.

Students must apply;

X1 visa --- (study in China for more than 180 days)

X2 visa --- (study in China for no more than 180 days)

12. Q: What are the language proficiency requirements for the English/Chinese language course of China University of Petroleum (Beijing)?

A: Chinese language program: Bachelor-HSK 4 (222 or above)

Master's and PhD-HSK 5 (180 or above)

English project:

Bachelor: Non-native English speakers with IELTS ≥ 6.0 or TOEFL ≥ 75 points or above, or proof that you have taught in English for more than two years during your IELTS or TOEFL study.

Master's and Ph.D.: Non-native English speakers with IELTS ≥6.5 or TOEFL ≥80 or above, proving that you have taught in English for more than two years during your IELTS or TOEFL study.

13. Q: Can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) apply for different programs at your school at the same time?

A: Unfortunately, you can only apply for one study program at a time. Even if a student applies for more than one program, the school will only issue an acceptance letter to the successful candidate at the end of each application period.

14. Q: International students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) have completed Chinese courses in another university in China and want to apply for undergraduate courses. Do I need to take the school's Chinese proficiency test?

A: All successful applicants who are admitted and did not study Chinese at CUPB must take a Chinese test when registering to the university, and must pass the test before they can start learning. 

15. Q: What documents are required to apply for a bachelor/master/doctorate/language program from China University of Petroleum (Beijing)?

A: Chinese Learning Project:

• Scanned copy of passport (information page)
• Notarized copy of your highest-level graduation certificate,
• Transcript
• Take the physical examination form (including all laboratories and X-ray reports) less than six months before enrollment.
• Certificate of Good Conduct

Bachelor of Philosophy:

• Scanned copy of passport (information page)
• Notarized copy of your high school graduation certificate,
• Transcript
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Take the physical examination form (including all laboratory and X-ray reports) less than six months before admission.
• study plan
• 2 letters of recommendation
• HSK4-222 (Chinese Teaching Plan), if you apply for an English teaching course, non-native English speakers require IELTS ≥ 6.0 or TOEFL ≥ 75 or above. Or, students can submit a certificate stating that during the last study period, you have taught in English at the previous school for more than two years in IELTS or TOEFL.

Master and PhD:

• Scanned copy of passport (information page)
• A notarized copy of the highest academic certificate,
• Transcript
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Take the physical examination form (including all laboratory and X-ray reports) less than six months before admission.
• Research plan (recommendation) and resume
• 2 letters of recommendation (associate professor or above, or senior professional in the field of the postgraduate)
• Admission notice issued by the supervisor (only compulsory for doctoral students, and acceptable for master of science students)
• HSK5 (Chinese Teaching Plan), if you apply for an English teaching course, non-native English speakers require IELTS ≥ 6.5 or TOEFL ≥ 80. Alternatively, students can submit a certificate stating that they have taught in English at the previous school for more than two years in the IELTS or TOEFL place during their last study.

16. Q: Do the application materials of China University of Petroleum (Beijing) international students need to be notarized? If yes, what documents do I need to notarize?

A: Yes, your documents need to be notarized. The most important thing is your highest education certificate, Transcript, guardian certificate (under 18 years of age).

17. Q: Do international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) need to send copies of their application materials to the university? Or just upload the electronic version of the university application system?

A: Before we specifically ask you to send us the application materials, you do not need to send us any copies. One exception is that students under the age of 18 must send us their original guardian certificate.

18. Q: The passport expires within 6 months. Can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) use this passport to apply?

A: No, because the Chinese Embassy does not issue entry visas and residence permits to applicants with passports valid for less than 6 months. Therefore, we encourage you to hold a passport that is valid for more than 6 months from the month you intend to enter China. 

19. Q: What is the validity period of the medical examination form for international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing)?

A: The validity period of the medical examination form is 6 months from the date of issuance. Any inspection results more than 6 months ago will be considered expired and will not be accepted.

20. Q: What are the requirements for the validity period of the non-criminal record certificate for international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing)?

A: All non-criminal record certificates issued by all countries indicate the validity period. We will proceed according to the validity period specified by the issuing authority, but in most cases, the validity period shall not exceed six months after the issuance date.

21. Q: I successfully passed the HSK test, but I haven't got the certificate yet. Can I apply for the China University of Petroleum (Beijing) study abroad program?

A: Yes, you can apply, but you must upload the exam registration certificate and exam admission ticket number when applying.

22. Q: How much does the China University of Petroleum (Beijing) study abroad program cost?

A: Our fee structure is shown on our website, please visit the link below for more information.

http://overseas.cup.edu.cn/en/?c=content&a=show&id=279

23. Q: Where can I download the China University of Petroleum (Beijing) International Student Research Plan Template/Tutor Acceptance Letter Template?

A: Please click on the link below to visit the "Forms and Documents Page" in "Future Students". http://overseas.cup.edu.cn/en/?c=content&a=list&catid=195

24. Q: Can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) come to the university at night?

A: Yes, you can arrive at the university at night, but make sure you have communicated with the university and it knows you will arrive at night. More ideally, you can book a university transfer service because you will be sent to your pre-arranged international student apartment, where you can stay overnight and complete the registration process when the office opens the next day.

25. Q: Can international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) book a shuttle service from the airport to the campus? What needs to be done?

A: Yes, airport or railway station pick-up and drop-off service can be booked in advance using the airport pick-up and drop-off service in the application system.

26. Q: When do international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) register? When is the deadline for registration?

A: The registration time is usually one week before the start of the semester, but the specific registration time and deadline are indicated on your admission letter.

27. Q: Which office does China University of Petroleum (Beijing) foreign students register in China?

A: Registration is a process that needs to be completed in multiple offices. Usually held in the Admissions Office (Room A205) and the Student Management Office (A207). Please refer to your admission notice for the most accurate registration location.

28. Q: What if the international students from China University of Petroleum (Beijing) cannot arrive at the registration office on time? What should I do if I missed the registration time?

A: If you cannot report to the school on time for any reason, please contact the Admissions Office. Send an email to (admission@cup.edu.cn, inquiries@cup.edu.cn), or call 0086-10-89733796 to explain why you failed to register in time.

Students who do not communicate and explain late will be deemed to have given up their admission opportunities, and their information will be forwarded to the relevant department responsible for visa processing, and they will be notified to cancel the admission letter.