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Yan'an University

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Yan'an University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Yan'an University is a public university in Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province, China, and it suits students who want to study at a university run jointly by the provincial government and the Ministry of Education. It is described as a high-level university under construction, so applicants should check the current programme list and admission requirements before applying.

  2. What you can study

    Yan'an University is a comprehensive university. The available information does not list specific subject areas or degree programmes, so the programme catalogue should be checked on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions channels and check the current entry requirements, required documents, and deadlines on the university website. The university’s language of instruction, document requirements, and any programme-specific conditions are not stated here, so confirm these details with the admissions office before submitting an application.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here, so confirm the current fee for international students with its admissions office. Living costs in Yan'an City will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    Yan'an University is in China, but the language of instruction is not stated here. Before applying, confirm the teaching language, whether your previous qualifications are accepted, what documents must be translated or notarised, and whether the programme you want is currently open to international students.

  6. How it compares

    Among 398 universities in China, Yan'an University is one option in a large national system, but it is distinguished here by its joint governance and its status as a high-level university under construction in Shaanxi Province. That makes it a case to compare carefully on programme availability, admission requirements, and support for international students rather than on reputation claims.

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 Yan'an University

What type of university is Yan'an University?

It is a public university.

Where is Yan'an University located?

It is located in Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province, China.

Is Yan'an University run by local or national authorities?

It is jointly run by the Provincial Government and the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China.

How many universities are there in China according to this comparison set?

There are 398 universities in China.

Overview

Yan'an University was the first comprehensive university founded by the Chinese Communist Party for the purpose of cultivating senior cadres. It is now a high-level university under construction in Shaanxi Province and jointly run by the Provincial Government and the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China. Yan'an University is located in Yan'an City, Shaanxi Province, China.

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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