🎓 University Overview

Hebei Academy of Fine Arts (HBAFA)

📍 Xinle City, Hebei Province, China

Founded in 2002, Hebei Academy of Fine Arts is a full-time undergraduate university focused mainly on Fine Arts and Design disciplines. It is recognized as one of the independent fine arts academies in China. The university has strong international cooperation with institutions in many countries and is known for its artistically designed campus combining Chinese and European architectural styles.

Programs Offered

🧑‍🎓 Bachelor Degree Programs (Duration: 4 Years)

Students can apply for the following majors:

1. Architecture
2. Apparel & Accessories Design
3. Product Design
4. Digital Media Art
5. Animation
6. Film & TV Photography & Production
7. Art Education
8. Drawing & Painting
9. Jewelry and Accessory Design

Age Requirement: 18–24 years

Intakes: Spring and Autumn

🇨🇳 Chinese + Arts Preparatory Program (Featured Course)

This is a 1-year preparatory program designed for international students.

Course Structure:

1. 80% Chinese Language
2. 20% Sketch and Design Basics

Age Requirement: 18–24 years

Intakes: Spring and Autumn

💰 Tuition & Accommodation Fees

🎓 Tuition Fee

The standard tuition fee is 30,000 RMB per academic year.

All international students receive a 75% university scholarship, which reduces the payable tuition to 7,500 RMB per year.

⚠️ The scholarship will be cancelled if attendance falls below 90%.

🏠 Accommodation Fee

Students must stay in university dormitories.

1. Double-bed room: 3,000 RMB per year (holidays not included)
2. Three-bed room: 2,000 RMB per year (holidays not included)

🎁 Scholarship Policy

All international students are automatically awarded a 75% tuition scholarship each academic year.

However, the scholarship will be removed if:

1. Attendance rate drops below 90%
2. Student violates academic or university regulations

🗣 Language Requirements

All academic programs are taught in Chinese (no English-taught degree programs).

Language milestones:

1. HSK Level 3 is required before entering Year 2
2. HSK Level 4 is required before graduation

In the first year, students mainly study Chinese language and basic professional courses.

📄 Required Application Documents

Applicants must prepare:

1. Hebei Academy of Fine Arts Application Form
2. Copy of Passport (photo page)
3. Resume with photo
4. Four passport-size photos (white background + digital copy)
5. High School Graduation Certificate (Chinese or English version)
6. High School Transcript
7. Non-criminal record (issued within 6 months)
8. Physical examination report (within 6 months)
9. Bank statement or financial proof covering one year of tuition and living expenses
10. Birth certificate (if bank account belongs to parents)
11. Recommendation letter and academic/attendance reports (if available)

⚠️ Incomplete or false documents will lead to rejection or cancellation of admission.

📅 Application Timeline

Spring Intake

1. Materials submission: Nov 30 – Dec 30
2. Admission notice: by January
3. Enrollment: February–March

Autumn Intake

1. Materials submission: May 15 – June 15
2. Admission notice: by June 30
3. Enrollment: September

Application Fee: 500 RMB (non-refundable)

⚠️ Important Student Regulations

1. Students must live in university dormitories
2. Tuition is charged yearly, not by semester
3. Fees must be paid before registration, residence permit, and medical procedures
4. No refund if a student withdraws after enrollment
5. Poor attendance or rule violations may lead to scholarship cancellation
6. Students must follow class regulations strictly, including leave procedures