Quick Summary
Hohai University, in Nanjing, China, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1915. Ranked #601-610 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 56000 students including 3.5% from outside China. Known for strengths in Water Resources Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
World leader in Water Resources Engineering and hydraulic research with top-tier facilities.
Subject Strengths
Water Resources EngineeringCivil EngineeringEnvironmental ScienceCoastal and Ocean Engineering
Founded1915
TypePublic
Total Students56000
Intl Students3.5%
Faculty Ratio17.5
CampusMulti-campus (Xikang Road, Jiangning, Changzhou)
Campus Size166 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsHohai University Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#601-610
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Post-doctoral research
Programs
16
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
State Key Laboratory of Hydrology-Water Resources and Hydraulic Engineering
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 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong emphasis on background in mathematics and physics for engineering majors; CSC scholarship applications should be submitted early in the spring semester.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Chinese Yuan
UG Tuition
¥20,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥32,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥25,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$60
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥52,400/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship (CSC), Jasmine Jiangsu Government Scholarship, Hohai University Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students and selected international candidates
Work-StudyLimited availability for international students on campus
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Post-doctoral research programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrology and Water Resources | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Water Conservancy and Hydropower Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Harbor | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Coastal and Offshore Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with China Three Gorges Corporation and State Grid
Industry Connections
Ministry of Water ResourcesMinistry of EducationState Oceanic Administration
Notable Alumni
Zhang Jianyun, Chen Houqun
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Stadiums, swimming pools, tennis courts, gymnasiums
Student Clubs
Over 100 student associations covering arts, sports, and science
Library Resources
Extensive collection specializing in water resources, including digital archives and historical hydraulic maps
Exchange Programs
Partnered with over 100 universities globally (USA, UK, France, Germany)
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Water Science