Chongqing Institute of Foreign Studies (CIFS)

Chongqing Institute of Foreign Studies (CIFS)

2000-3000
World University Ranking

897
National Rank

About

The Chongqing Institute of Foreign Studies (CIFS) is a private undergraduate university located in Chongqing, China. Originally established in 2001 as the Chongqing Nanfang Translators College of Sichuan International Studies University, it became an independent institution in 2020 with approval from the Ministry of Education. CIFS specializes in foreign language and translation education, offering a wide range of undergraduate programs across disciplines such as literature, economics, management, arts, and engineering. The institute operates two campuses—one in Yubei District, near Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, and another in Qijiang District—both known for their scenic settings and modern facilities. It has a student population of over 20,000 and employs more than 800 full-time faculty members. With a strong focus on developing students’ global perspectives and language proficiency, CIFS provides instruction in several major world languages, including English, French, Japanese, German, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and Italian. The university has earned a reputation for cultivating multilingual professionals equipped to meet the demands of international communication and cooperation.

Available Courses & Majors:

No.
Majors (Taught in English）
Undergraduate Programs
Master Program
PhD Program
1
International Trade & Economics
✓
2
International Business
✓
3
Artificial Intelligence
✓
✓
✓
4
Electronic Information Engineering
✓
5
Computer Science & Technology
✓
✓
✓
6
Meteorology
✓
✓
7
Applied Meteorology
✓
✓
8
Environmental Science and Engineering
✓
✓
9
Finance
✓
10
Business Management
✓
11
Information and Communication Engineering
✓
✓
12
Ecology
✓
13
Hydraulic Engineering
✓
14
Finance
✓
15
Hydrometeorology
✓
16
Engineering Management/Management Science & Engineering
✓
✓
17
Materials Science and Engineering
✓
✓

University Standard Fee:

Fees
Program
Amount
Occurrence
Application Fee 报名费
500/CNY
One-time
Tuitions Fees
Undergraduate Programs
Masters Program
Doctoral Program
15000/CNY
20,000/CNY
25,000/CNY
Per-Year
Accomodation/ Hostel Fees
Twin Room
Quadruple Room
4,000/CNY
1,500/CNY
Per-Year
Comprehensive Medical Insurance
600-800/CNY
Per-Year
Residence Permit
800/CNY
Per-Year
Medical Check-up
538 CNY
Per-Year

Scholarship Details:

Scholarship Name
University Scholarship
Program
Undergraduate
Masters
PhD
Scholarship Details
Type A:
Tuition Fees: Free
Type B:
 Tuition Fees: 50% Free
100% Tuition Fees: Free
Type A
100% Tuition Fees: Free with
Stipends - 2,000 CNY/Monthly
Type B
100% Tuition Fees: Free with 1,000 CNY/Monthly
Scholarship Name
CSC/Chinese Government Scholarship
Program
Undergraduate
Masters
PhD
Scholarship Details
Full Scholarship with Stipend 2500 CNY/Per-Year
Full Scholarship with Stipend 3000 CNY/Per-Year
Full Scholarship with Stipend 3500 CNY/Per-Year
Scholarship Name
CSC/Chinese Government Scholarship
Program
Undergraduate
Masters
PhD
Scholarship Details
Full Scholarship with Stipend 2500 CNY/Per-Year
Full Scholarship with Stipend 3000 CNY/Per-Year
Full Scholarship with Stipend 3500 CNY/Per-Year

Application Requirements:

If your documents are not in English or Chinese, you must provide a notarized translation in English or Chinese. All documents must be uploaded online
  • Passport home page.
  • Picture
  • Secondary School Certificate and Transcript/Mark-sheet (Official Documents ).
  • Higher secondary School Certificate and Transcript/Mark-sheet (Official Documents ).
  • Bachelors Degree Certificate and Transcript/Mark-sheet (For Masters Degree Student).
  • A study plan of at least 800-1200 words;
  • Research proposal (at least 3000 words in Chinese or English).
  • Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors.
  • Resume / CV
  • Language proficiency certificates: TOEFL≥80, IELTS≥ 6.0 or Duo-lingo English Test ≥ 90; or Medium of Introduction Certificate.
  • Applicants who completed their previous studies in an English-taught program in a non-English-speaking country must submit an official letter from their university stating that the language of instruction was English.”
  • Foreigner physical examination form. (usually issued within 6 months before the application submission date).
  • Non-criminal record report (usually issued within six months before the application submission date).
  • Bank statement (over 2500USD)
  • Proof of outstanding academic achievements, sports, art, cultural exchanges, public welfare activities, etc. (not mandatory).
  • Self -Introduction Video.
  • Age Limit: 25 (For Bachelors Program), 35 (For Masters Program), 40 (For PhD Program).
  • NJUPT Provisional Acceptance Letter. Download the form at： https://overseas.njupt.edu.cn/FilesDownload/list.htm
  • Supervisor information link: https://yjs.njupt.edu.cn/dsgl/nocontrol/college/dsfc.htm
Noted: If your documents are not in English or Chinese, you must provide a notarized translation in English or Chinese. All documents must be uploaded online
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