Quick Summary
Based in Xi'an, China, Xi’an Jiaotong University is a public research university with roots dating back to 1896. Ranked #295 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 56577 students including 5% from outside China. Known for strengths in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Energy & Fuels, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Top-tier engineering reputation, member of the elite C9 League, and central hub for the 'Belt and Road' education initiative.
Subject Strengths
Mechanical EngineeringElectrical & Electronic EngineeringEnergy & FuelsMaterials ScienceManagement Science
Founded1896
TypePublic Research University
Total Students56577
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio13.5
CampusUrban / Innovation Hub
Campus Size1,980 acres
Affiliated Hospitals3
AccreditationMinistry of Education of China, AACSB, EQUIS
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#295
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251-300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#72
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Professional degrees
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
State Key Laboratory of Multiphase Flow in Power Engineering, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of China, AACSB, EQUIS
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GREOptional but recommended for English-taught graduate programs
GMATRequired for specific Management programs
SATAccepted for undergraduate international students
ACTAccepted for undergraduate international students
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight research experience for graduate applications; competitive applicants for C9 league universities should have strong STEM scores.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥25,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥35,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥32,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$75
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥65,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship (CSC), XJTU Siyuan International Student Scholarship, Shaanxi Government Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,000
Financial AidYes, for local students; scholarship-based for international students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Professional degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Energy and Power Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with State-Owned Enterprises and Tech firms like Huawei and BYD
Industry Connections
Highmember of the C9 League and University Alliance of the Silk Road
Notable Alumni
Qian Xuesen, Jiang Zemin, Cai E
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pools, modern gymnasiums, multiple football fields
Student Clubs
Over 200 student organizations including Robotics Club and Model UN
Library Resources
Over 5.7 million volumes in physical collection
Exchange Programs
Yes, partners with over 300 universities worldwide
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Global Health, Silk Road Summer Camp