Quick Summary
Since 1952, China University of Political Science and Law has been one of China's prominent publics, based in Beijing. The institution enrolls approximately 18235 students, with 6% being international. Known for strengths in Law, Politics, Social Policy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the premier institution for legal education in China with unrivaled alumni networks in the judiciary.
Subject Strengths
LawPoliticsSocial PolicyPublic Administration
Founded1952
TypePublic
Total Students18235
Intl Students6%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size75 hectares
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
Not Available
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Post-doctoral research
Programs
Law, Political Science, Marxism, Economics, Philosophy, Sociology
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Institute of Evidence Law and Forensic Science, Institute of Legal History, Human Rights Institute
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 Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 10
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants for Law programs should highlight legal internships and HSK level 5+ for Chinese-taught programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥20,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥52,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥30,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥102,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship, Beijing Government Scholarship, CUPL President Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Post-doctoral research programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LLM in Chinese Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Political Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Jurisprudence | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Supreme People's Court and Red Circle law firms
Industry Connections
Supreme People's CourtMinistry of JusticeAll China Lawyers Association
Notable Alumni
Wang Junfeng, He Weifang, Xu Zhiyong
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Standard athletic fields, indoor gymnasiums, basketball courts
Student Clubs
Over 120 clubs including the Moot Court Association and Legal Aid Clinic
Library Resources
Largest legal professional library in China with over 2.5 million volumes
Exchange Programs
University of Oxford, UC Berkeley, National University of Singapore
Summer Programs
CUPL International Summer School