Quick Summary
Nanjing University is a public founded in 1902, located in Nanjing, China. Ranked #73 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 39600 students including 8.5% from outside China. Known for strengths in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 2.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the oldest and most prestigious 'C9 League' universities in China with a focus on fundamental research and academic excellence.
Subject Strengths
ChemistryPhysicsMaterials ScienceAstronomyEarth and Marine SciencesChemical EngineeringLinguistics
Founded1902
TypePublic
Total Students39600
Intl Students8.5%
Faculty Ratio12.8
CampusUrban / Suburban (Multi-campus: Xianlin, Gulou, Pukou, Suzhou)
Campus Size1150 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNanjing Drum Tower Hospital,Jinling Hospital,Nanjing Stomatological Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China, AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#73
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#73
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#82
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Master's,Doctoral,Postdoctoral
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited
Online Programs
National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures,State Key Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry,Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China, AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate2.5%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA3
GRERequired for specific graduate programs
GMATRequired for specific business programs
SATRecommended for international undergraduates
ACTRecommended for international undergraduates
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 20
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For Chinese-taught programs, aim for HSK 5 or 6. For research degrees, establish contact with a potential supervisor before applying.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥21,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥45,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥30,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥75,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship (CSC),Jasmine Jiangsu Government Scholarship,Nanjing University President Scholarship,International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students; scholarships for internationals
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Master's,Doctoral,Postdoctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Physics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Chinese Language and Literature | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Environmental Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$22,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with tech firms in Nanjing and Shanghai
Industry Connections
AlibabaTencentHuaweiSuningTSMC
Notable Alumni
Chien-Shiung Wu,Guo Moruo,Li Ju-Chen,Zhang Xianliang
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-size swimming pools, basketball courts, athletics tracks, gymnasiums
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations including robotic clubs, arts troupes, and debate teams
Library Resources
Nanjing University Library holds over 6 million volumes and extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with over 280 universities in 30+ countries
Summer Programs
Available