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Office of International Exchange & Cooperation
Chuxiong Normal University
461 South Lucheng Rd. Chuxiong
Yunnan 675000
China
Telephone: 86-878-3130020
Fax: 86-878-3117277
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About Chuxiong Normal University

Approved by the State Education Ministry, Chuxiong Normal University (CNU) is a public university located in Chuxiong City of Yi Autonomous Prefecture, known as “the cradle of mankind” and “a treasury land of pre-historic life”, in central part of Yunnan Province. The prefecture enjoys a pleasant climate with moderate humidity, temperature, picturesque scenery and profound ethnic cultural traditions.
CNU campus occupies an area of 104.6 acres and has 900,000 volumes of library books. Currently, CNU offers 28 undergraduate majors, including education, law, literature, life science, biotechnical science, economics, management, tourism as well as many other disciplines.? CNU’s faculty and staff numbers are over 600 and the number of undergraduate students is more than 7,000. An additional 9,000 professionals attend their continuing education programs offered by AEC (Adult Education College of CNU) every year to go further with their expertise.
A well designed campus, qualified teaching facilities and faculties in addition to beautiful settings make CNU one of the most appealing universities in Yunnan.

Our Perspective
CNU prepares himself with many valuable and constructive programs for students who are ready to become future teachers of pre-schools, primary schools, high schools and other needed kind by training through well-organized curriculum. In recent years, some disciplines as science, social science, computer as well, and technology are added for students who want to choose other professions as their careers in other areas besides normal majors.
In addition to offering undergraduate and vocational teachers’ training programs, the university also pursues a progressive agenda for Chinese study program for English native speakers, a program for CNU students to do internship abroad.
As what the president of CNU has addressed, once we join hands together with friends from all over the world at CNU, we will willingly create and attain an environment that is conducive to gathering and valuing people from various areas in the world in order to enrich our campus community, and will find our way to establish a university of initiative, creativity and excellence.

Our Campus
The campus of 104-acre, which is designed to harmonize with the topography of the Yanta Mountain, spotted with neat paths, stone stairs, gardens and pavilions, is constructed in over 25 years. The newly-built East Campus in the 21st century at an investment of RMB 218 million manifests the fast development of the university in a new decade to meet the demand of the community with various disciplines around the nearby areas of the country.

Our Students
At present, 6887 full-time students and 8500 vocational students at CNU has comprised a main source of present learning. Out of the 6887 full-time students, 6199 students are from Yunnan province and 688 other students are from other provinces of China.
CNU has 38 diverse student associations, such as Photography Association, Yanshan Journalist Association, Yi Culture Association, Yanta Science Association etc. These student communities provide students a variety of activities and opportunities to take part in a role in communities, to learn new skills and to interact with students of diverse disciplines.

International Students
“I studied at Chuxiong Normal University for about a year. I had a wonderful time. There is always something interesting to do each week. It’s not too difficult to get used to the life in Chuxiong with the help of the students and teachers. Their hospitality impressed me. When I first arrived, the process of having health examination, applying for visa, buying insurance and having an orientation is quickly done with the help of the OAs (Assistant of Office). I was also invited to classes to experience their studying and teaching. I enjoyed it.”
“My apartment is a peaceful place. The OVs (Volunteer of Office) always keep the stairways clean. And I’m happy to meet friends from other countries who come to visit Chuxiong Normal University. I’ve even met visitors from my hometown, Texas. I’m glad to study at Chuxiong Normal University.”

　　　　　　　　　　　

“I’ll come back to Chuxiong again to see my friends here. I like Chuxiong Normal University. It’s a wonderful school. I met a lot of friendly people here. Their kindness and hospitality impressed me. Chuxiong boasts of its Yi culture. I’m interested in Yi costumes. They are really gorgeous.”

“When I come to CUN, I was very surprised by how easy it was to make new friends. The University staff and teachers were always kind and helpful. The students were also very friendly and had a desire to practice their English while building relationships. I hope that all my overseas experiences will be as positive as visiting CNU.”

　　　　　　　　　　　

“During my stay at CUN, I had so much fun learning about a new culture. I appreciate so much the whole experience. One of the aspects I enjoyed the most was getting to spend time meeting so many great people. The friends I made are ones I will never forget and I am so thankful for all the memories we made. Everyone I met was so welcoming and friendly. I am so glad I had this opportunity to come to CUN.”

“Chuxiong Normal University was a great host for my time in China. Everyone I encountered was so friendly and made my experience enjoyable. One of my favorite times was the first party at the International Club. It was a great opportunity to hear English and Chinese songs, see modern and traditional dances, and to make friends. The students we be friended were so much fun to get to know and a joy to spend time with. They were also very willing to practice and speak English. My trip to China has so many fond memories. Thank you, Chuxiong Normal University.”

　　　　　　　　　　　

Our Location
CNU is located in Chuxiong City in the center of Yunnan Province. The city is about 140 kilometers west to Kunming, the capital city of Yunnan; and 180 kilometres east to Dali, a famous tourists’ sight city. The majority of the population in Chuxiong is Han, together with many minority peoples, including Yi, Bai, Dai, Lisu, Miao and Hui. This is a unique taste of colorful mixture of people in the counties around the city. Many people wear their national costumes and dresses even in the city, making this an interesting contrast between the modern and the traditional.
If you are interested in studying Chinese and experiencing diverse cultures in Yunnan, please Contact Us or please Apply online

Cost of Studying in CNU
Tuition and Fees
One Year Study
For one academic year of Chinese instruction, the total tuition is ＄2,000 USD, payable at the time of registration. An additional non-refundable ＄25 USD fees is required for the application and registration, also payable at the time of registration.

Half a Year Study
For one academic semester of Chinese instruction, the tuition is ＄1200 USD in addition to the non-refundable ＄25 USD fee, also payable at the time of registration.
A student who has paid more than one semester wishes to end his study program at the end of the semester can withdraw back his rest payment for other semesters after the first semester ends. The available charge for study will be only for the first semester, total sum of ＄1200 USD of tuition, except accommodation and other fees. This will receive a refund for the remaining sum. The refund will be calculated in accordance with the exchange rate of the RMB to the USD at the time of registration. The withdrawal needs to take place before the beginning of the second semester.
A student who wishes to withdraw before completing a full academic semester of studies and after the fourth week of classes, the tuition paid will NOT be refunded, except in the case of illness, an emergency or some other special circumstances which need to be discussed with the Office of Teaching Affairs. In case of withdrawal before the completion of the fourth week of classes, the student will receive a partial refund based on the total amount of class hours attended. A ＄25 USD fee is non-refundable.
Please note that tuition and fees are to be paid fully at the time of registration in RMB and in cash only. The available rate of exchange that will be used is the one at the time of registration. It is student’s responsibility to prepare one’s full amount for tuition, accommodation and other fees in ￥RMB. Foreign currencies, traveler’s checks or credit cards are not acceptable. For more information on how to withdraw or change money in Chuxiong, please consult the following Information.