Quick Summary
Northwest Agriculture and Forestry University, in Yangling, China, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1934. Ranked #611-620 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 31200 students including 2.5% from outside China. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Veterinary Science, Environmental Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 20%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Top-tier global ranking in agricultural sciences and a leading institution in the 'Double First Class' university plan.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryVeterinary ScienceEnvironmental SciencesBiological Sciences
Founded1934
TypePublic
Total Students31200
Intl Students2.5%
Faculty Ratio13.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size3641 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNorthwest A&F 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
#611-620
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
67 Undergraduate programs, 105 Master's programs, 71 Doctoral programs
Programs
Available in 14 primary disciplines including Crop Science, Plant Protection, and Veterinary Medicine
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
State Key Laboratory of Crop Stress Biology in Arid Areas, National Engineering Research Center for Agriculture in Arid Areas
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 Rate20%
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 emphasis on research background for postgraduate applicants; HSK 4 or higher required for Chinese-taught programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Chinese Yuan Renminbi
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), Silk Road Scholarship, Shaanxi Sanqin Scholarship, NWAFU President Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students; international students primarily rely on scholarships.
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 67 Undergraduate programs, 105 Master's programs, 71 Doctoral programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Food Science and Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Botany | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Zoology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Forestry | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with national agricultural research institutes and ecological stations.
Industry Connections
China National Seed GroupCOFCOSinochem
Notable Alumni
Li Zhensheng, Zhao Hongzhang, Zhu Xianyi
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Standard athletic tracks, indoor gymnasiums, swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations including the Agricultural Innovation Club and Arts Troupe
Library Resources
Over 3 million volumes, extensive digital databases in life sciences and agriculture
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with 150+ universities in the US, UK, and Germany
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Arid Agriculture