Chongqing University International Student Admissions: Master’s & Doctoral Programs – 2026
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Chongqing University is now accepting applications for its international student Master’s and Doctoral programs, beginning in the 2026 academic year. This guide provides essential details regarding eligibility, request deadlines, assessment procedures, fees, and available scholarships. The university offers a growing number of programs in both Chinese and English.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship: Non-Chinese citizens with a valid ordinary passport.
- Health: Good physical and mental health.
- Character & Academics: Demonstrated good character and academic performance.
- Educational Background & Age (Self-Funded):
- Doctoral: Master’s degree and under 45 years of age.
- Master’s: bachelor’s degree and under 40 years of age.
- Educational Background & Age (scholarship):
- Doctoral: Master’s degree and under 40 years of age.
- Master’s: Bachelor’s degree and under 35 years of age.
- Language Proficiency:
- Chinese-Taught Programs: HSK Level 5 with a score of 180 or above,or equivalent Chinese proficiency certification. HSK Official Website
- English-Taught Programs: Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency through:
- IELTS 6.0 or above. IELTS Official Website
- TOEFL 80 or above. TOEFL Official Website
- Proof that the previous academic degree was taught entirely in English.
- Proof of having studied in an English-speaking country for more than one year.
- Scholarship Applicants: Must not be receiving othre scholarships at the time of application.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is may 31, 2026 (Beijing time). Scholarship application deadlines may vary; applicants should check the specific scholarship requirements.
Assessment and Admission Process
The admission process typically involves the following stages:
- Qualification review and preliminary review of application materials.
- Review by the relevant academic department.
- Interview (for applicants who pass the initial review).
- Determination of admission results and issuance of admission materials.
Tuition and fees (RMB)
The following are estimated fees for the 2026 academic year:
| Program | Chinese-Taught | English-Taught |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | 21,000 – 30,000 yuan/year | 30,000 – 49,000 yuan/year |
| PhD | 25,000 – 40,000 yuan/year | 34,000 – 38,000 yuan/year |
| Accommodation | 4,750 – 8,500 yuan/year | 4,750 – 8,500 yuan/year |
| Insurance | 800 yuan/year | 800 yuan/year |
Scholarships
Chongqing University offers several scholarship opportunities for international students:
- Chinese Government Scholarship (Category A & B)
- International Chinese Teacher Scholarship
- Chongqing Municipal People’s Government Mayor’s Scholarship for Foreign Students
- Chongqing University President’s Scholarship for International Students
Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact:
- WeChat ID: chinaelic
- Phone: +86-185 6260 8068
- Email: admission@elic.com.cn
- Website: http://china.elic.com.cn/
Published: 2026/01/13 02:52:15