Peking University - Summer Program

City: Beijing Country: China

Peking University - Summer Program Website

Overview

  • The Peking University (PKU) Summer School International program offers a wide variety of academic courses taught in English, from philosophy, culture, literature, economy, politics, and international relations to traditional body exercise and sports.

  • Chinese language courses are available to students at the beginner's level.

  • The program is open to international students and Chinese students (including students from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan).


When Can I Go?

Program Dates: 

Session A: July 6 - July 17, 2026

Session B: July 20 - 31, 2026

Sessions A & B: July 6 - July 31, 2026

Term Offered: Summer 

U of A Application Status: Open
  Deadline: Feb. 10, 2026

Partner Application Status: Open
  Deadline: May 31, 2026

Please apply after being enrolled in Abroad 800. 


Eligibility Requirements

Open to: All Faculties

Level: Undergraduate, Graduate

GPA: Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 in the terms with your 24 most recently completed credits, faculty-specific requirements, or partner university requirements, whichever is highest. Students must be between the ages of 18 and 40 (inclusive), and in good health. 

See Eligibility.


Fees & Costs

Nomination Fee: CAD 250

Program Fee: 

Early Bird Rate (in RMB) Regular Rate (in RMB)
Within 4 PKU credits 15000 16000
5-6 PKU credits 17000 18000

*Fees are subject to change without notice.

** Students will be enrolled in Abroad 800 for this program. 


Program Information

Language of Instruction: English

  • Students can attend up to 4 weeks (Session A and B). For more detailed information on course descriptions, students should visit PKU's website.

  • Please note that some PKU summer courses may have been pre-assessed by the Faculty of Arts for Arts students. All students MUST confirm with their home faculty to determine if the courses fit into their degree program and if credit will be awarded upon completion.

  • Students will attend PKUSSI as direct-fee-payers paying their tuition, program fees and other costs directly to PKUSSI. 

Do not submit an application to PKU until you have been approved to study abroad.


Peking University Credit Information


Housing

Please visit this website for more accommodation information. Housing is only available to students who are taking in-person courses. 


Program Contact

University of Alberta International, Education Abroad

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Funding Opportunities 

Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.

Over 80% of students who apply get funding.

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