Tsinghua University International Students

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International admissions file

Tsinghua University is a comprehensive research university with engineering and technology strength university in Beijing. For international students, its strongest decision points are engineering, computer science, AI, architecture, management, admission competitiveness, scholarship fit and the daily-life cost of Beijing.

Admission levels

Chinese language / non-degree studyBachelor's programsMaster's programsDoctoral programsVisiting or exchange study where offered

Counselor note

SilkStudy should verify the latest annual prospectus before advising a student, then compare scholarship coverage, language route, city cost and realistic admission probability.

English-taught and international programs

Schwarzman Scholars
Global Business Journalism
MBA and selected graduate programs
Shenzhen International Graduate School programs

Common application materials

Valid passport information page
Highest diploma or expected graduation certificate
Full academic transcripts
Language proficiency proof, such as HSK, IELTS or TOEFL when required
Physical examination form and no-criminal-record certificate
Study plan, personal statement, CV and recommendation letters where required

Language and academic requirements

Chinese-taught programs usually require HSK, with level varying by degree, major and school.
English-taught programs usually require IELTS, TOEFL or proof of prior English-medium education.
Graduate applicants often need recommendation letters, study plan or research proposal; elite programs may add interview or department review.

Application timeline

Most autumn-intake applications open between October and March, with final deadlines often between March and June.
Scholarship tracks normally close earlier than self-funded applications.
Admission, JW form, visa, insurance, dormitory and registration steps should be planned backward from September enrollment.

Cost snapshot

application: CNY 800 for graduate applications in many admissions cycles.
tuition: Graduate tuition examples often start around CNY 33,000/year for Chinese-taught programs and can be higher for English-taught or professional programs.
accommodation: Dormitory availability and room fees vary by campus and room type; confirm before accepting admission.
insurance: International students normally need approved medical insurance, often around CNY 800/year.
livingCost: Reference living cost: about CNY 3,000-5,000/month, higher near Haidian and central districts.

Scholarship routes

Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), where the university is an eligible host or pathway

Student-life highlights

Beijing gives students China’s densest concentration of universities, museums, research institutes and policy resources.

Haidian, Wudaokou, Zhongguancun and Sanlitun make it easy to combine study, Chinese practice and international social life.

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Tsinghua University

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International admissions file

English-taught and international programs

Common application materials

Language and academic requirements

Application timeline

Cost snapshot

Scholarship routes

Majors and degree programs

Campus photos and video

Tuition and living cost

Living, travel, and careers around campus

Nearby housing and daily life

Food and daily rhythm

Tourism and weekends

Internships and careers

Transport and safety

Why students choose this destination

$750-1,100/month

Museums / Startups

Artificial Intelligence / Engineering

Museums / Startups / Historic neighborhoods

City and destination context

Scholarship programs

CSC Scholarship

Beijing Government Scholarship

Application requirements

Student reviews

Best fit if you want engineering intensity