Study at Nankai University

Nankai University is a prestigious comprehensive university in Tianjin, renowned for its economics, chemistry, and mathematics programs. It was founded by educators Zhang Boling and Yan Xiu in 1919.

✓ Double First Class

Quick Facts

Founded1919
QS World Ranking#364
Times Ranking#401
Students28,000
International Students2,200
Tuition Range (USD/year)$2200 - $5000
Halal Food AvailableYes
English-Taught ProgramsYes
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Academic Strengths

Economics
Chemistry
Mathematics
History
Philosophy

Available Programs

Economics
Chemistry
Mathematics
Business
Law
Philosophy

Scholarships Available

CSC
university
provincial

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Admission Requirements

Bachelor'sMaster'sPhD
Minimum GPA 70% 75% 80%
Language Requirement HSK 4 or IELTS 5.5 HSK 5 or IELTS 6.0 HSK 5 or IELTS 6.5
Entrance Exam Not Required Not Required Not Required

City Guide: Tianjin

Tianjin, China

Costs, entry and fit

Nankai University is a public university in Tianjin, founded in 1919. It teaches around 28,000 students, about 2,200 of them international.

Tuition runs $2,200–$5,000 a year, exactly at the $2,200 median across the 149 Chinese universities in Foorsa's catalogue.

It is ranked #364 in the QS World University Rankings — 16th of the 49 ranked universities we list. It belongs to the Double First Class list. 5 of the universities in this catalogue are in Tianjin.

Teaching is in Chinese and English. English-taught degree programmes are available, so a Chinese qualification is not a prerequisite for every course.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to study at Nankai University?

Tuition is $2,200 to $5,000 per year.

What are the entry requirements for a bachelor's degree at Nankai University?

A minimum average of 70%, HSK 4 or IELTS 5.5, and no entrance exam. For a master's the bar is 75% with HSK 5 or IELTS 6.0.

Can I study at Nankai University in English?

Yes. Nankai University runs degree programmes taught in English alongside its Chinese-language courses.

Which scholarships can I apply for at Nankai University?

Students here can apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), university scholarships and provincial government scholarships. Eligibility depends on your grades, degree level and nationality.

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Last verified: 2026-03-06