Chinese Buddhist monks attend secular classes as part of preparations for college entry exams in Yufo monastery in Shanghai August 9, 2006. Piety and a knowledge of Buddhist scriptures used to qualify one to be a Chinese monk. Now, add computer skills, foreign language ability and a degree in financial management.

A Chinese Buddhist monk chats with his teacher during a secular class as part of preparations for college entry exams in Yufo monastery in Shanghai August 9.

monks attend secular classes.

A Chinese Buddhist monk attend secular classes.

(China Daily August 10, 2006)