There are many forms of adult higher education in Peking University, such as correspondence, evening university and modern distance education. The enrollment targets are working and some social youths, and the levels are high school starting point, junior college starting point and junior college starting point. Students graduated with qualified grades and a nationally recognized diploma issued by Peking University. Those who meet the requirements can be awarded the corresponding bachelor's degree.

The school-running mode of Peking University College of Applied Arts and Sciences is to fully tap the school-running resources, rely on Peking University's complete discipline system and excellent teachers, and cultivate applied and innovative talents that meet the needs of the socialist economic market. The Academic Affairs Office of the College is located in Peking University Yuanmingyuan Campus (No.47 Zhongguancun North Street), with complete living facilities and teaching conditions.