Quick Summary
Since 1953, Harbin Engineering University has been one of China's prominent publics, based in Harbin. Ranked #701-710 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 30150 students including 3.2% from outside China. Known for strengths in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Nuclear Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
HEU is a premier institution for maritime and nuclear engineering, offering unique heritage from the Harbin Military Engineering Institute.
Subject Strengths
Marine EngineeringNaval ArchitectureNuclear ScienceUnderwater Acoustic EngineeringAutomation
Founded1953
TypePublic
Total Students30150
Intl Students3.2%
Faculty Ratio13:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size125 hectares
Affiliated Hospitals2
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#701-710
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Short-term Language Programs
Programs
14
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
National Key Laboratory of Underwater Acoustic Technology,National Engineering Laboratory for Digital Shipbuilding
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 Rate18%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong background in mathematics and physics is essential for engineering applicants. Candidates for Chinese-taught programs should provide HSK 4 or higher.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥18,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥24,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥26,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥48,450/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship,Marine Scholarship of China,Heilongjiang Provincial Government Scholarship,HEU Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Short-term Language Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nuclear Engineering and Technology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Underwater Acoustic Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$16,500
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExcellent
Industry Connections
China State Shipbuilding CorporationChina National Nuclear CorporationHuawei
Notable Alumni
Liu Zhigang,Lin Shangyang
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor swimming pool, football stadium, tennis courts, multiple gymnasiums
Student Clubs
65
Library Resources
Extensive collection of marine technology journals and over 3.2 million physical books.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available