The University pays attention to international exchange and cooperation. Since the start of China 's reforms and opening, the University has established cooperation and exchange relations with over 90 institutions of higher learning in the United States , Japan , Great Britain , France , Germany , Italy , Russia , Canada , Austria , Switzerland , and Hong Kong and Taiwan regions. Since 1965, the University has trained more than 5000 international students. In 1992, the University established a special entity, the College of International Cultural Exchanges (CICE), as a University-wide unit responsible for the admission of international students into various programs of study at the University. In addition, the college offers both degree and non-degree courses in the Chinese language. The Service Center at the college provides accommodation, board and services to international students. Currently, the college has about 350 students from 20 countries.