Quick Summary
Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics is a public founded in 1952, located in Nanjing, China. Ranked #751-800 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 31500 students including 5.2% from outside China. Known for strengths in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the first aeronautical universities established by New China, offering world-class expertise in aviation and astronautics.
Subject Strengths
Aerospace EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAutomationPower EngineeringTransportation Engineering
Founded1952
TypePublic
Total Students31500
Intl Students5.2%
Faculty Ratio15.8
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus Size410 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNUAA Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#751-800
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Postdoctoral Research
Programs
Available in 17 primary disciplines
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
State Key Laboratory of Mechanics and Control of Mechanical Structures, National Key Laboratory of Science and Technology on Helicopter Rotor Dynamics
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
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 strong mathematics and physics background; early application for CSC scholarship is highly recommended.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Chinese Yuan
UG Tuition
¥22,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥25,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥28,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$60
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥50,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship (CSC), Jiangsu Provincial Government Scholarship, NUAA University Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable for registered students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Postdoctoral Research programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aeronautical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Astronautical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Design and Manufacture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong placement with COMAC, AVIC, and CASIC
Industry Connections
Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC)Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC)
Notable Alumni
Lin Zuoming, Wu Guanghui
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, indoor stadiums, football pitches, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Aero-modeling Club, Robotics Association, International Student Union
Library Resources
Over 2.8 million volumes and extensive electronic databases in aerospace science
Exchange Programs
Available with institutions in UK, USA, Germany, and France
Summer Programs
Available