Beijing Chinese Language and Culture College is the only college of higher learning in China that specializes in offering classes in Chinese language and culture to overseas Chinese, including students from all the countries of the world. The College also promotes cultural exchanges and friendly relationships between China and other countries. The College is open to students who want to learn Chinese, offering different courses according to the different requirements of the students. Formerly founded in 1950, Beijing Chinese Language and Culture College is run by the Overseas Chinese Office of the State Council of China.