Overview
Nanjing University (NJU) one of China’s oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions, is a C9 League and Double First-Class university renowned for its excellence in humanities, natural sciences, and technological research. Established in 1902 with roots tracing back to imperial times, NJU consistently ranks among China’s top 5-10 universities and within the global top 150 (QS/THE 2024). Located in Nanjing—a city blending historical richness with modern development—NJU offers world-class programs in physics, astronomy, Chinese literature, and AI across its historic Gulou and modern Xianlin campuses.
1. General Information
| Location | Nanjing, China (historic city, lower cost than Beijing/Shanghai) |
| Established | 1902 (roots trace back to Imperial era) |
| Type | Public, C9 League (China’s Ivy League), Double First-Class (Top-tier) |
2. Academic Strengths
- Natural Sciences Physics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Environmental Science
- Humanities & Social Sciences History, Philosophy, Chinese Literature, Foreign Languages
- Engineering & Tech Computer Science, AI, Software Engineering
- Business & Economics MBA, Finance, Economics
3. Admission
- Undergrad Gaokao (high scores required, especially in Jiangsu Province)
- Postgrad National Entrance Exam + interviews
- Undergrad HSK 5 (Chinese proficiency), high school diploma
- Master’s/PhD Bachelor’s degree, recommendation letters, research proposal
4. International Collaboration
- Joint Programs: Partnerships with Harvard, Yale, Oxford, Heidelberg University
- English-Taught Programs:
- Bachelor’s: International Relations, Economics
- Master’s/PhD: Chinese Studies, Business, Environmental Science
5. Fee Structure
| Undergraduate (Chinese-taught) | ¥20,000-26,000 | ¥6,000-12,000 | Insurance: ¥800 Books: ¥1,000-2,000 |
| Undergraduate (English-taught) | ¥30,000-40,000 | ¥6,000-12,000 | Insurance: ¥800 Books: ¥1,000-2,000 |
| Master’s (Chinese-taught) | ¥26,000-34,000 | ¥6,000-12,000 | Insurance: ¥800 Books: ¥1,500-3,000 |
| Master’s (English-taught) | ¥36,000-50,000 | ¥6,000-12,000 | Insurance: ¥800 Books: ¥1,500-3,000 |
| PhD Programs | ¥32,000-45,000 | ¥6,000-12,000 | Insurance: ¥800 Research fees: varies |
| Chinese Language Program | ¥18,000-22,000 | ¥6,000-12,000 | Insurance: ¥800 Materials: ¥500-1,000 |
6. Rankings
- QS/THE: Top 150 globally
- China Domestic: Top 5-10 (especially for liberal arts & sciences)
7. Contact Information
- Phone: +86-25-83593586
- Email: iso@nju.edu.cn
- Location: Xianlin Campus, Administration Building
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Website: www.nju.edu.cn
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