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Nanjing University

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Nanjing University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Nanjing University is a public university in China, with campuses in Nanjing and Suzhou and support from the Ministry of Education. It suits students who want a large Chinese public university with a national profile and a broad academic environment.

  2. What you can study

    Nanjing University does not list specific subject areas or programmes in the information available here. It is a public university in Nanjing and Suzhou, Jiangsu, China, so confirm the current programme catalogue and entry options on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for the current application route, required documents, deadlines, and any programme-specific entry rules. The university is publicly affiliated with the Ministry of Education, but admission requirements for overseas students are not detailed here, so the admissions office should confirm the exact process.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here; confirm the current fee for your programme with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on whether you study in Nanjing or Suzhou and on your housing and daily spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm this for your chosen programme before applying. Also check visa steps, document authentication, accommodation, and whether your programme is based in Nanjing or Suzhou.

  6. How it compares

    China has 398 universities, and Nanjing University sits near the top tier of the public system by affiliation and national initiatives rather than by any published fee or size figure here. Its place in Project 211, Project 985, the Double First-Class Construction, and the C9 League makes it a more selective-looking option than a typical public university, but you should still compare programme fit and admission requirements directly.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Nanjing University

What type of university is Nanjing University?

It is a public university in China.

Where is Nanjing University located?

It is in Nanjing and Suzhou, Jiangsu, China.

Is Nanjing University affiliated with a government body?

Yes. It is affiliated and sponsored by the Ministry of Education.

Is the tuition fee published?

A tuition fee range is not published here; confirm the current rate with the admissions office.

Overview

Nanjing University (NJU) is a public university in Nanjing and Suzhou, Jiangsu, China. It is affiliated and sponsored by the Ministry of Education. The university is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction. The university is a member of the C9 League.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for China.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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