Quick Summary
Nanjing Agricultural University is a public founded in 1902, located in Nanjing, China. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32000 students including 3% from outside China. Known for strengths in Agriculture and Forestry, Veterinary Science, Plant and Animal Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Top-tier global ranking in agricultural sciences and situated in the historical city of Nanjing with low tuition costs.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture and ForestryVeterinary SciencePlant and Animal Science
Founded1902
TypePublic
Total Students32000
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size9,000 mu
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#101-150
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Post-doctoral
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
State Key Laboratory of Crop Genetics and Germplasm Enhancement, National Center of Meat Quality and Safety Control
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 Rate25%
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 research experience for postgraduate applications and apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥18,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥36,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥28,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$75
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥62,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship, Jiangsu Government Scholarship, Nanjing Government Scholarship, NAU Jasmine Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable for international students through government and university grants
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Post-doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Plant Pathology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Veterinary Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Agricultural Economics and Management | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with COFCO, Bayer Crop Science, and Syngenta
Industry Connections
Extensive partnerships with national agricultural research institutes and global biotech firms
Notable Alumni
Wan Jianmin, Tang Qifei
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasiums, swimming pools, tennis courts, football fields
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations including Agriculture Club, Arts Troupe, and International Student Association
Library Resources
Over 2.5 million volumes, extensive digital databases in life sciences
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available