Dalian Education

Dalian is a leading education hub in Northeast China and an international city with strong K12 schools, prestigious universities, and diverse international education options. The city also offers four major study tour themes: marine science, modern history, industrial technology, and geological ecology, making it an ideal destination for inbound international study programs.

Education Overview

Overall Structure

Primary & Secondary Education: Around 800 schools citywide, with a high proportion of provincial model schools. Key districts include Zhongshan, Xigang, Shahekou, Ganjingzi, and Jinpu.

Higher Education: 15 universities, including Dalian University of Technology (大连理工大学) and Dalian Maritime University (大连海事大学) as Double First-Class universities. Specialized marine, finance, and foreign language programs are prominent.

International Education: Foreign student schools, private international schools, and public international departments cover K12, offering IB, AP, and A-Level curricula to students from multiple countries.

Study Tour Infrastructure: Over 20 provincial-level study tour bases cover marine science, history, industry, geology, and intangible heritage, offering classes, cultural exchanges, lab exploration, and field studies.

Core Advantages

• Multilingual Environment: Japanese, Korean, and English widely taught; German, French, Japanese, and Korean offered in schools. Frequent international exchanges.
• STEAM & Innovation: Schools such as Yuming High School (育明高中) and No. 24 Middle School (第二十四中学) emphasize STEAM, AI, robotics, and marine innovation.
• University Resources: Universities open laboratories, research projects, and student exchanges in science, marine studies, and engineering.

Key Schools by District

Zhongshan District

• Public Middle Schools: No. 24 Middle School (第二十四中学), No. 9 Middle School (第九中学)
• Public Primary Schools: Taoyuan Primary School (桃源小学), Qingniwaqiao Primary School (青泥洼桥小学), Laohutan Primary School (老虎滩小学)
• International School: Dalian Eaton Foreign Staff School (大连伊顿外籍人员子女学校)

Xigang District

• Public Middle Schools: No. 1 Middle School (第一中学), No. 34 Middle School (第三十四中学)
• Public Primary Schools: Wusi Road Primary School (五四路小学), Datong Primary School (大同小学), Jianshe Primary School (建设小学)
• International School: Maple Leaf International School (枫叶国际学校)

Shahekou District

• Public Middle Schools: Yuming High School (育明高中), No. 8 Middle School (第八中学), No. 4 Middle School (第四中学)
• Public Primary Schools: Xinghai Primary School (星海小学), Heishijiao Primary School (黑石礁小学), Lijia Primary School (李家小学)
• University: Dalian Ocean University (大连海洋大学)

Ganjingzi District

• Public Middle Schools: No. 76 Middle School (第七十六中学), No. 80 Middle School (第八十中学), Huiwen Middle School (汇文中学)
• Public Primary Schools: Jinjiajie No. 2 Primary School (金家街二小), Paoya Primary School (泡崖小学), Yingchengzi Primary School (营城子小学)
• International School: Maple Leaf International School (枫叶国际学校)
• Universities: Dalian University of Technology (大连理工大学), Dalian University of Foreign Languages (大连外国语大学)

Lüshunkou District

• Public Middle Schools: Lüshun Middle School (旅顺中学), Lüshun Experimental Middle School (旅顺实验中学)
• Public Primary Schools: Lüshun Dahua Primary School (旅顺大华小学), Dengfeng Primary School (登峰小学)
• Study Tour Highlights: Lüshun Museum (旅顺博物馆), Russo-Japanese Prison Site (日俄监狱), Naval Port (军港)

Jinpu New Area

• Public Middle Schools: Jinzhou High School (金州高级中学), Development Zone No. 1 Middle School (开发区第一中学), Hongxinghai School (红星海学校)
• Public Primary Schools: Jinzhou Experimental Primary School (金州实验小学), Hongmei Primary School (红梅小学), Jinshitan Primary School (金石滩小学)
• International Schools: Maple Leaf International School K12 Campus (枫叶国际学校), Dalian American International School (大连美国国际学校), Dalian Huamei Bilingual School (大连华美双语学校)
• Universities: Dalian University (大连大学), Dalian University of Technology (大连理工大学)

Other Areas

• Pulandian District: Anbo Middle School (安波中学), Pikou Primary School (皮口小学)
• Wafangdian City: Wafangdian High School (瓦房店高级中学), Changxing Island School (长兴岛学校)
• Zhuanghe City: Zhuanghe High School (庄河高级中学), Bingyu School (冰峪学校)
• Changhai County: Guanglu Island Primary School (广鹿岛小学), Zhangzi Island School (獐子岛学校)

Key Universities

• Dalian University of Technology (大连理工大学): Engineering, AI, international collaboration
• Dalian Maritime University (大连海事大学): Maritime and shipping studies, IMO Asian Training Center
• Dalian Ocean University (大连海洋大学): Marine science and fisheries
• Dongbei University of Finance and Economics (东北财经大学): Finance and international business
• Dalian University of Foreign Languages (大连外国语大学): Japanese, Korean, English specialties

Key Study Tour Resources

Marine Science & Ecology

• Laohutan Ocean Park (老虎滩海洋公园): Polar and coral exhibits, marine animal observation, ecological protection studies
• St. Sea World (圣亚海洋世界): Underwater tunnel, polar area, marine biodiversity and coral conservation
• Dalian Natural History Museum (大连自然博物馆): Whale specimen, fossils, marine evolution studies
• Jinshitan Geopark (金石滩地质公园): Dinosaur coastal tracks, geological research, fossil collection
• Changhai Islands (长海县): Guanglu Island and Zhangzi Island ecological and fisheries studies

Modern History & Culture

• Lüshun area: Naval Port, museum, prison site, Baiyu Mountain, Taiyanggou
• Zhongshan Square & Russian Street (俄罗斯风情街): Architectural heritage, colonial culture
• Dongguan Street & Fengming Street (东关街 / 凤鸣街): Century-old streets, folk customs, intangible heritage workshops

Industry & Technology

• Dalian Shipyard (大连船舶重工): Shipbuilding and naval engineering insights
• University labs: Intelligent manufacturing, AI, robotics, 3D printing, marine engineering
• Dalian Museum (大连博物馆): Urban industrial history and exhibition

Language & Cultural Exchange

• Public school immersion: Chinese lessons, cultural classes, clubs (calligraphy, painting, martial arts, paper cutting)
• International school exchange: Joint projects, cultural salons
• University short-term programs: Chinese language and cultural experiences
• Intangible heritage workshops: Paper cutting, shell carving, shadow puppetry

Sample Study Tour Itineraries

5 Days / 4 Nights: Marine Science & Cultural Exchange

• Arrival → Hotel check-in → Evening tour at Xinghai Square (星海广场)
• Marine ecology class at Laohutan Ocean Park (老虎滩海洋公园) → Sunset seafood experience
• Geological field study at Jinshitan Geopark (金石滩地质公园) → Coastal activities
• School immersion and intangible heritage workshops
• Lüshun Museum and Naval Port → Departure

7 Days / 6 Nights: History, Industry & University Exchange

• City history at Dalian Museum (大连博物馆) → Donggang Business District
• Lüshun deep study: Naval Port, prison, Baiyu Mountain, Taiyanggou
• Architectural and cultural tours: Zhongshan Square, Russian Street, Dongguan Street
• Industry visit: Dalian Shipyard (大连船舶重工) → Marine engineering lecture
• University experience: Campus tour, lab experiments, student exchange
• STEAM school immersion → Cultural evening
• Natural history museum → Departure

10 Days / 9 Nights: Full Immersion

Full program covering marine science, modern history, industry, language, university exchange, island ecology, and intangible heritage experiences.

Tips for International Students

• Best Seasons: Spring (April–June), Autumn (September–October), Summer (July–August), Winter (December–February)
• Visa & Accommodation: L or X2 visa, 144-hour transit for select countries; student dorms, luxury hotels, homestays
• Transportation & Safety: Metro, chartered buses, 24-hour emergency support
• Language Support: Bilingual guides and translation at schools and universities

Yaso Trip Exclusive Services

• Customized programs by age, theme, and duration
• Official school partnerships for guaranteed enrollment and quality
• Certified bilingual guides and subject teachers
• 24-hour safety and emergency service
• Cultural experiences: Hanfu, tea ceremony, martial arts, seafood banquet
• Study completion and exchange certificates