ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health and at least 18 years of age (born before September 1, 2007). Additionally, they must possess a senior high school diploma with commendable academic performance.  

Candidates must have proficiency in the Chinese language, evidenced by an HSK Level 4 certificate with a minimum score of 180. Detailed professional requirements for selected programs are available in the attached document titled “2025 Undergraduate Programs of Nankai University for International Students.”

Applicants must meet the conditions prescribed by Document No. 12 (2020) issued by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China.

For further information, please refer to the following link:

http://www.moe.gov.cn/srcsite/A20/moe_850/202006/t20200609_464159.html

A valid passport information page (validity extending beyond September 1, 2026). For applicants currently residing in  Chinese Mainland, a valid visa or resident permit page is required.

The highest degree certificate (notarized photocopy). Documents not in Chinese or English must include notarized translations in one of those languages. Students who are expected to graduate must provide an official letter indicating their anticipated graduation date and submit the diploma upon admission.

Official senior high school transcripts or transcripts reflecting current academic achievements. Notarized

translations must be provided for transcripts not in Chinese or English.

A personal statement, composed in either Chinese or English.

An HSK Level 4 certificate with a minimum score of 180.

One recommendation letter, written in either Chinese or English.

Additional materials that demonstrate the applicant’s academic and comprehensive abilities, such as certificates of awards in sports or the arts, specialty certificates, published papers, or undergraduate admission notices from other universities.

A Record of Physical Examination for Foreigners, which can be completed in either Chinese or English. Testing requirements must be strictly adhered to, as outlined in the provided form. The results must be issued after November 2024 to be considered valid.

Proof of financial capability.

Non-criminal record affirmation. If required, the university may contact applicants for the submission of additional documentation

BENEFIT:

Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B):

Covers tuition fees, accommodation fees, comprehensive medical insurance, and living allowance.

Application Deadline: Please refer to the scholarship application website. https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login

International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship:

Provides exemptions from tuition fees, accommodation fees, comprehensive medical insurance, and a living allowance. Application Deadline: Please refer to the scholarship application website.  https://cis.chinese.cn/account/login

Tianjin Government Scholarship:

Provides tuition assistance.

Application Deadline: May 20, 2025.

“Study-at-NKU” President Scholarship:

Provides tuition assistance, accommodation allowance, or living allowance.

Application Deadline: May 20, 2025.