She later completed her studies at the University of Science and Technology Beijing and obtained a degree in business administration in 2006.

Both a scholar and an athlete, Zhang Zilin began training in various types of sports at the age of eight.

In 2002, Zhang finished high school and commenced her studies at the University of Science and Technology Beijing where she graduated in 2006.

Since then Zhang has graced the runways in major fashion capitals of the world including Paris and Berlin.

Zhang lent her voice for the 2008 Summer Olympics soundtrack and also appeared in the music video for the same song entitled Beijing Welcomes You.