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Tsinghua University
Tsinghua University is a public university in Beijing, China, founded in 1911, with about 48,700 students. Tuition is around CNY 15,000–198,000 a year (2025-26).
- Type
- Public university
- Location
- Beijing, China
- Founded
- 1911
- Students
- 48,739
- International students
- 8.2%
- Tuition
- CNY 15,000–198,000 / year (2025-26)
- Acceptance rate
- 13.6%
- Teaching language
- Chinese; English
- Academic calendar
- Semester
- Ranking
- QS World: #17
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Tsinghua University is a public research university in Beijing, founded in 1911. It is one of China's leading universities and a member of the C9 League, with particular strength in engineering and the sciences.
Its campus in the Haidian district, on the site of former imperial gardens, hosts schools of architecture, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, information science and technology, sciences, economics and management, public policy, law, humanities, medicine and the arts. Tsinghua alumni include many of China's political and business leaders, and its Schwarzman College hosts an international master's programme.
Teaching is mainly in Chinese, with English-taught master's programmes. Chinese students enter through the gaokao; international students apply directly, and scholarships are available.
Admissions, rankings and scholarships
Rankings
- #17QS World
- #12THE World
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Frequently asked questions
How much is tuition at Tsinghua University?
Tuition at Tsinghua University is around CNY 15,000–198,000 a year for 2025-26. Fees vary by program and can differ for international students, so check the university's official fees page before applying.
What is the acceptance rate at Tsinghua University?
Tsinghua University has an acceptance rate of about 13.6%.
What language are courses taught in at Tsinghua University?
Courses at Tsinghua University are taught in Chinese; English.
When is the application deadline for Tsinghua University?
Undergraduate: May-Jun; Graduate: Dec-Jan
Does Tsinghua University offer scholarships?
Chinese Government Scholarship; Tsinghua Scholarship Program; School-specific scholarships.
Does Tsinghua University have student accommodation?
Accommodation options include: On-campus dormitories, International student housing, Graduate housing.
How many international students are at Tsinghua University?
About 8.2% of students at Tsinghua University are international.
When was Tsinghua University founded?
Tsinghua University was founded in 1911.
How is Tsinghua University ranked?
Tsinghua University is ranked QS World: #17; THE World: #12.
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