Nankai University welcomes international students to its undergraduate programs through a unique "1+3" educational pathway. Students begin with a comprehensive foundation academic year at the School of International Education, then progress to three years of specialized study in their chosen major. Upon fulfilling all academic requirements, students receive a graduation certificate. All students in Chinese-taught programs must obtain HSK Level 6 with a minimum score of 180 before graduation.

I. Eligibility Requirements

1. Non-Chinese citizens with valid passport, in good physical and mental health, aged between 18 and 25 （*In principle, applicants shall be under 25 years of age）. Applicants who have not reached the age of 18 by 1 September of the year of registration shall submit the Application Materials for Under18 Applicants（  Requirements and Documents for Applicants Under 18.docx）and Guardian Authorization Letters（ 监护人委托书.docx）.

2. Hold a senior high school diploma with excellent academic performance.

3. Chinese proficiency at HSK Level 4 (Score≥180).

4. Meet the requirements of Document No. 12 (2020) of Ministry of Education of the Peoples Republic of China.

II. Application Period

Oct. 20^th , 2026 - Jun. 4^th , 2027

III. Programs

Nankai University offers46undergraduate programs taught in Chinese, with duration of 4 years (5 years for medical programs). The admission process employs a dual preference system, applicants may select two programs in order of preference. 

*Please note: Business Economics and Business Administration programs only accept first-choice applications.

IV. Required Documents

1. Passport information page (valid until at least Sep. 1st , 2028).

2. Highest degree certificate (notarized copy with Chinese/English translation if applicable).

3. Complete high school academic transcripts.

4. CSCA examination score report.

5. Personal statement，including study experience, reasons for application, personal strengths,about 800 words.

6. HSK Level 4 certificate (score ≥180).

7. One recommendation letter，in principle from high school teachers . (Teachers’ signature, contact phone number and email address must be put on the letter.).

8. Supplementary materials demonstrating comprehensive abilities.

9. Physical Examination Record for Foreigners (completed after November 2026).

10. Proof of financial capability.

11. Non-criminal record certificate.

12. Applicants who have given up their original Chinese citizenship and become foreign citizens shall provide:（1）Documents certifying the cancellation of Chinese citizenship；（2）Documents certifying the cancellation of Chinese household registration；（3） Documents certifying the acquirement of foreign citizenship；（4）Exit and Entry Record on passport, from April 30, 2023 to April 30, 2027.

13.  Applicants who have acquired foreign citizenship automatically at the time of birth in a foreign country, whose parents were both Chinese citizens, or one of the parents was a Chinese citizen shall provide: (1) Documents certifying acquiring foreign citizenship at the time of birth;

(2) Documents certifying parent’s (with Chinese citizenship) permanent residence in foreign country before the birth of the applicant; (3) Exit and Entry Record on passport, from April 30, 2023 to April 30, 2027.

*All documents must be in Chinese or English. Applications with incomplete documentation will not be processed. All application materials will be reviewed and processed through the application system. Please do NOT post the hard copies of the application materials or send them by email, which will NOT be reviewed and processed.

V. Application Procedure

1. CSCA Examination Requirement: All applicants must take the China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA), which evaluates students' academic readiness and core competencies. The test covers subjects corresponding to your intended major. Register early at (www.csca.cn) to ensure timely score submission.

2. Complete online application through Nankai International Students Application System and upload all required documents (nankai.at0086.cn/StuApplication/Login.aspx).

3. Review and Interview

The university will review all application materials. Applicants who pass the preliminary document review will proceed to the interview stage. Specific interview dates will be notified separately. The interview primarily assesses the applicant's language proficiency and comprehensive competencies.

4. Admission & Payment

Admitted students (excluding pre-admitted Chinese Government Scholarship recipients) must log in to the application system within the specified period to pay the 400RMB application fee and full tuition amount.

Upon confirmation of payment, the university will issue electronic versions of the Admission Notice and Visa Application for Study in China (JW201/202 Form) to admitted applicants in July.

Please note:

The application fee is non-refundable if students decline enrollment for personal reasons.

If online payment is unavailable, tuition fees must be remitted to the designated bank account. The scanned copy of the bank receipt must be uploaded to the application system. Failure to complete tuition prepayment within the stipulated time frame will result in revocation of the admission offer.

VI. Scholarship Programs

1. Chinese Government Scholarship (Type A)

Applicants should apply directly through the Chinese embassy or consulate in their home country and concurrently complete the Nankai University online application for international students. The application period generally runs from November of the current year to early February of the following year. Applicants are advised to confirm their pre-admission status with Nankai University before applying through Chinese diplomatic missions. Specific deadlines and requirements are subject to the announcements of respective embassies and consulates.

2. Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) Silk Road Program

This project imposes restrictions on the nationalities of eligible applicants and the majors available for application. Relevant details will be published on the official website and WeChat Official Account of the School of International Education, Nankai University in April 2027.

Qualified applicants shall complete the online application for international undergraduate programs at Nankai University and obtain a pre‑admission offer from the university. Applicants with outstanding interview performance in each intake will be granted the nomination qualification for the Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B).

Upon receiving the nomination, applicants must submit their scholarship application via the China Scholarship Council (CSC) online system at: studyinchina.csc.edu.cn. The code for Nankai University is 10055, and applicants select Program Type B for the study program category.

3. International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

This scholarship is exclusively available to applicants for the International Chinese Language Education major. Applicants must complete both the Nankai University online application and the scholarship application at:

https://cis.chinese.cn/account/login. Pre-admission to Nankai University is required. Outstanding applicants may receive a recommendation letter from the university to support their scholarship application.

4. Tianjin Government Scholarship / Study-at-NKU Scholarship

Prospective applicants for either the Tianjin Government Scholarship or the Study-at-NKU Scholarship should check the corresponding "Scholarship Application" option when completing the online application form. Funding Coverage: Includes tuition fees，living expenses, insurance subsidies and other relevant expenses.

Link: https://sie.nankai.edu.cn/info/1044/1806.htm 

         https://sie.nankai.edu.cn/info/1045/1807.htm

Note: Only applicants who have received pre-admission status through Nankai University's international student review process are eligible for Tianjin Government Scholarship nomination. Scholarship levels are determined based on the applicant's interview performance and overall application quality.

Application Deadline: May 30, 2027

The scholarship programs are subject to the final decisions of Nankai University and the relevant scholarship authorities. The university reserves the right to adjust scholarship regulations according to actual circumstances in the current academic year.

VII. Visa Application

1. Admission Notice and Required Visa Documentation will be issued starting from July 2027.

2. Enrollment: Admitted students must bring their ordinary passport, Admission Notice, Visa Application for Study in China (JW201/202 Form), and other required documents to the Chinese embassy or consulate in their home country to apply for an X1 visa. Within 30 days of arrival in China, students must convert their X1 visa into a student residence permit.

Please note that specific dates and arrangements are subject to the instructions in the Admission Notice. During registration, the University will verify students' personal information and documents. Any identification of violation of regulations or fraudulent materials will result in immediate revocation of admission eligibility.

*Please submit explanatory documents if there are special circumstances.

VIII. Fees

1. Application Fee: 400RMB (Pay at admission stage. Chinese Government Scholarship winners don't need to pay).

2. Tuition: 20,000 to 35,000RMB/year. Please refer to the program catalog for specific rates.

3. Accommodation: 23-60RMB/person/day, varying by room type and campus.

Link: https://sie.nankai.edu.cn/xyfw/zs.htm

4. Medical Insurance: 800 RMB /year.

In accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of Education, all international students must purchase Comprehensive Medical Insurance for Foreign Students in China throughout their period of study. Self-funded students must purchase this insurance independently before registration (https://www.lxbx.net).

IX. Contact Information

Contact: MS SUN/XING

Address: No. 94 Weijin Road, Nankai District, Tianjin,

School of International Education &Chinese Language and Culture, Nankai University.

Balitai Campus: +86-22-23508825 (Mon-Fri 8:30-12:00, 14:00-17:00)

Email: nkadmission01@nankai.edu.cn

WeChat: NKUISO

Website: https://sie.nankai.edu.cn/