Quick Summary
Public in Chongqing, China — Chongqing University, est. 1929. Ranked #530 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 48000 students including 4.5% from outside China. Known for strengths in Civil and Structural Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
A leading Double First Class university with massive research investment and strong ties to China's industrial sector.
Subject Strengths
Civil and Structural EngineeringElectrical and Electronic EngineeringMechanical EngineeringArchitecture
Founded1929
TypePublic
Total Students48000
Intl Students4.5%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusMulti-campus (Urban)
Campus Size347 hectares
Affiliated Hospitals3
Accreditationundefined
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#530
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,PhD,Non-degree Language Studies
Programs
38
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
8
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
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Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high performance in STEM subjects; for Chinese-taught programs, HSK 4 or 5 is required depending on the degree level.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥21,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥30,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥27,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥55,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship,Chongqing Municipal Government Scholarship,CQU President Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,PhD,Non-degree Language Studies programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong, specifically in automotive and electrical sectors through local industry partnerships.
Industry Connections
State GridChangan AutomobileHuaweiSAIC Motor
Notable Alumni
Ren Zhengfei,Yan Shiduo,Tang Minghuang
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-standard stadiums, swimming complexes, and multi-purpose indoor gyms.
Student Clubs
Over 100 student societies including the Robotics Club, Calligraphy Club, and International Student Union.
Library Resources
Over 4.9 million print books and 3.6 million e-books across four major campus libraries.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available