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Zhejiang International Studies University

Zhejiang International Studies University

Hangzhou, China
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About the University

Zhejiang International Studies University is a public university specializing in foreign languages, international relations, and intercultural communication.

LocationHangzhou, China
Founded1955
Ranking# 12 (in Hangzhou)
Number of students8,500
International students600+
University typePublic
Language of learningChinese, English
LanguagesInternational RelationsHumanities
Language Courses
1–2 semesters|until June 10, 2026
Summer Camp
4 weeks|until June 1, 2026
Bachelor
4 years|until June 10, 2026

National and International Rankings

  • Approximately #581 in China and #7292 worldwide — UniRank 2025
  • Asian University Rankings 2026: #1101–1200 — TopUniversities
  • Among Chinese universities: approximately #4078–4084 — Shanghai Rankings
  • In language-focused university rankings: #395 nationwide (2025) — Shanghai Rankings

About the University

Zhejiang International Studies University (ZISU) is a public provincial undergraduate university founded in 1955. It specializes in foreign languages and international studies, while also developing programs in literature, economics, management, education, science, law, and the arts. — AD Scientific Index

Academic Programs

ZISU is a leading institution in foreign languages and multicultural education. Its main programs include:

  • English, Japanese, Spanish, French
  • Arabic, Italian, Portuguese, Russian
  • Korean, German, Czech, Turkish, Polish

Some undergraduate programs have been recognized as national or provincial first-class programs, including: English, Primary Education, Arabic Language, Translation, Tourism Management, International Business, Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages, and Russian. — Shanghai Rankings

University Size and Academic Opportunities

  • Approximately 8,400–8,500 full-time students — EduRank
  • More than 30 majors, including languages, humanities and social sciences, economics, management, education, science, and arts — AT0086
  • A multidisciplinary structure integrating humanities, social sciences, economics, management, education, science, and arts — “Study in China”

International Education and Cooperation

ZISU actively participates in international education exchange and cooperation. It is involved in Chinese government-sponsored international exchange programs for outstanding undergraduate students and provincial initiatives, welcomes students from North America, Latin America, Eastern and Western Europe, and promotes global academic and cultural exchange. — “Study in China”