Abstract: The study explored the use of Bai language and Chinese language among Bai students in sever-al universities in Yunnan Province through questionnaire surveys. The data were analyzed by SPSS statistical software, and the results showed that: 1) Most Bai students are able to use Bai language for dailycommunication, but the actual usage of Bai language is dominant only in the family, and it is not themain language used in schools and public places. 2) Furthermore , there was a significant correlation be-tween the parents' marriage status, the ethnic composition of the residence area and the use of Bai lan-guage. The respondents have a strong sense of identity with both Bai culture and Bai language. 3)Students'use of Bai language is relatively in fair condition, but the overall use frequency shows a downward trend. Measures to protect Bai language should be taken sooner rather than later. It is proposed totake the Bai inhabited area as the main implementation area of Bai language protection, make efficientuse of network platform resources, expand the publicity of Bai language and culture, synchronize offlinedistinctive activities ,and create an influential cultural brand.

Key words:  Bai language and Chinese language, college students of Bai ethnic group, language use, language attitude