Yanbian University

Yanbian University, located in Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture, Jilin Province, has two campuses in Yanji and Hunchun. It is a comprehensive university with a strong Korean ethnic cultural identity. Founded in 1949 and reorganized in 1996 through the merger of several institutions, it is now a 211 Project and Double First-Class university, as well as a key university for Western Development.

As a member of the Sino-Russian Language Education University Alliance, Yanbian University actively promotes international exchanges, collaborating with universities in North Korea, South Korea, Russia, and beyond, creating a vibrant international atmosphere.

Yanbian University's flagship programs include Korean Language, Clinical Medicine, Agriculture, and Chemistry. The Korean Language program is nationally renowned, leveraging the unique Korean ethnic background to produce bilingual graduates.

As a 211 Project and Double First-Class university, it excels in ethnic education and regional studies. Its medical program is part of the Excellent Doctor Education and Training Program, and its agriculture program is in the Excellent Agricultural and Forestry Talent Education and Training Program, reflecting industry recognition.

Yanbian University boasts a highly qualified faculty of 2,185, including national-level experts and scholars with overseas experience. The curriculum emphasizes bilingual education and cross-cultural learning, integrating Korean and English language courses with professional subjects.

The university offers 74 undergraduate programs across diverse fields, along with a rich general education curriculum. Research is supported by 5 postdoctoral research stations, 1 postdoctoral workstation, and several provincial and ministerial key labs, such as the Key Laboratory of Changbai Mountain Biological Resources and Functional Molecules.

Yanbian University's campuses are scenic and well-equipped. The Yanji campus is centrally located with convenient transportation, while the Hunchun campus sits in a border city with beautiful landscapes. The two campuses cover 1,295,500 square meters with a building area of 823,700 square meters.

The library holds 2.01 million print books and 2.031 million e-books, providing ample learning resources. Student dormitories are equipped with air conditioning and internet, and cafeterias serve Korean ethnic specialties and various cuisines.