Quick Summary
Public research university in Beijing, China — Peking University, est. 1898. Ranked #14 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 46074 students including 15% from outside China. Known for strengths in Modern Languages, Linguistics, Philosophy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 1%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Peking University is the premier institution in China, offering unparalleled prestige, a bridge between Eastern and Western scholarship, and a gateway to the Chinese economy.
Subject Strengths
Modern LanguagesLinguisticsPhilosophyArchaeologyPhysics and AstronomyChemistryMaterial SciencesMathematics
Founded1898
TypePublic Research University
Total Students46074
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio8.5
CampusUrban / Historical
Campus Size677 acres
Affiliated HospitalsPeking University First Hospital,Peking University People's Hospital,Peking University Third Hospital,Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology,Peking University Sixth Hospital,Peking University Cancer Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education of the People's Republic of China, AACSB, EQUIS
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#14
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#24
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#24
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Master's,Doctoral,Chinese Language Programs,Executive Education
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
300
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China, AACSB, EQUIS
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate1%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL100
Min GPA3
GRERequired for specific graduate programs
GMATRequired for MBA programs
SATRecommended for international undergraduates
ACTRecommended for international undergraduates
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January - March (International)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November (Language Programs)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high HSK scores (Level 6) for Chinese-taught programs and demonstrate strong academic excellence and extracurricular leadership for the Yenching Academy or Guanghua programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Renminbi
UG Tuition
¥30,000/yr
per year · CNY
Living Cost
¥85,000/yr
per year · CNY
PG Tuition
¥40,000/yr
per year · CNY
Application Fee
$112
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥130,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CNY
Scholarships AvailableChinese Government Scholarship (CGS),Beijing Government Scholarship,Peking University Scholarship,Confucius Institute Scholarship,Yenching Academy Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$8,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Master's,Doctoral,Chinese Language Programs,Executive Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Economics and Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Relations | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Environmental Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$45,000
Average Salary After Graduation
98%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Huawei, Tencent, Alibaba, and Goldman Sachs.
Industry Connections
Extensive ties with state-owned enterprises and global Fortune 500 companies.
Notable Alumni
Lu Xun,Mao Zedong,Li Keqiang,Robin Li,Tu Youyou
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Khoomei Gym, Olympic-size swimming pools, multi-purpose athletic fields.
Student Clubs
200
Library Resources
Over 8 million books, largest university library in Asia.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available