Chinese students from socioeconomically advantaged backgrounds with substantial economic, social, and cultural capital often attend International Branch Campuses, a unique field of higher education. This research examines the relationships between postgraduate study abroad predisposition and demographic characteristics, capital, and influences of significant others in China. Quantitative analysis reveals that postgraduate study abroad predisposition is less influenced by demographic characteristics such as gender, ethnic group, and home location but is correlated with human capital. Furthermore, students from middle- and high-income families—particularly those from middle-income backgrounds—exhibit a strong inclination toward postgraduate study abroad. However, having more siblings can dilute family resources, thereby reducing this tendency. Moreover, a father’s educational level has a greater impact on postgraduate study abroad predisposition than a mother’s, highlighting differing parental roles. Additionally, cultural capital appears to have a limited influence on predisposition among students who already possess a high level of it. Finally, peers exert the greatest influence on postgraduate study abroad predisposition.
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