2025 Application Guide for Postgraduate Programs for
International Students
Full-time postgraduate education at Chongqing University:
ELIGIBILITY
1. Non-Chinese citizen with valid ordinary passport.
2. In good physical and mental health; in excellent academic standing and with good conduct; abide by the laws and decrees of China and comply with rules and regulations of Chongqing University.
3. Education & Age Requirements:
Self-support: Doctoral degree applicants shall be a Master’s degree holder, under 45 years old. Master’s degree applicants shall be a bachelor’s degree holder, under 40 years old;
Scholarship: Doctoral degree applicants shall be a Master’s degree holder, under 40 years old. Master’s degree applicants shall be a bachelor’s degree holder, under 35 years old.
4. Not be recipients of any other scholarships at the same time.
APPLICATION DEADLINE (Beijing Time)
Chinese Government Scholarship: see specific application guide for CSC programs
International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship: see specific application guide
Chongqing Municipal Government Mayor Scholarship: April 25th, 2025
Chongqing University President Scholarship: April 25th, 2025
Self-sponsor: May 30th, 2025
Note: The application deadline may be subject to change with further notice.
PROGRAMS
2025 List of Master Programs for International Students.xlsx
2025 List of Doctoral Programs for International Students.xlsx
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Information Page of Ordinary Passport. The passport must remain valid until after September 2025. For applicants who are already in China, a photocopy of Visa or Residence Permit with entry customs stamps should be provided as well.
Notarized Highest Degree Certificate. Master’s degree applicants shall submit Bachelor’s graduation certificate and degree diploma. Doctoral degree applicants shall submit Master’s graduation certificate and degree diploma. Prospective diploma recipients shall submit a pre-graduation certificate issued by the university, and bring the official degree diploma for registration if admitted, otherwise the admission qualification will be cancelled.
Academic transcripts (from the undergraduate program onwards). Copies of academic records from first to last semester during the undergraduate, graduate (if any), and doctoral programs (if any) shall be provided. These transcripts shall be issued and sealed by the attending university’s academic affairs office, graduate school, or student management department.
Proof of language proficiency.
Applicants for English-taught programs and whose native language is not English need to provide score report of English language proficiency test (a score above IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL Internet-based 80 or equivalent), or a certificate from former university proving that the previous degree is taught in English, or a certificate indicating the applicants have studied in an English-speaking country for more than one year;
Applicants for Chinese-taught programs need to provide score report of HSK level 5 (≥180) or other Chinese language proficiency proof.
Two academic recommendation letters in English or Chinese from professors or associate professors introducing the applicant’s academic/research background, comprehensive abilities and evaluation of future growth etc. The referee’s signature and contact information (academic title, email address or phone number) are necessary, and the date of issue should not be earlier than September, 2024.
Foreigner Physical Examination Form(Click to download) and Attachments within a valid period of six months. The form shall be filled by the physician in Chinese or English. The physical examinations must cover all the items listed in the form with a suggestion filled by the doctor. Incomplete records or those without the signature of the attending physician, the official stamp of the hospital or a sealed photograph of the applicants are invalid. Attachments of examination results (Laboratory exam report, Electrocardiograph and Chest X-ray report) shall also be uploaded. Please carefully plan your physical examination schedule as the result is valid for only 6 months. Applicants in China can take the physical examination at the international travel health care center.
Non-criminal record report. Applicants shall submit a valid certificate of Non-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority, usually issued within 6 months prior to the submission date of the application.
Study plan or research proposal (download the template ). No less than 1000 words, stating your basic personal information, hobbies and expertise, study motivation, past academic background and a study plan or research proposal in Chongqing University.
Financial statement or bank statement. The available balance should be no less than 40, 000RMB (The minimum amount of financial proof for full scholarship applicants may be appropriately lowered).
Curriculum vitae. The applicants shall submit curriculum vitae introducing your personal information, education background, work experience, research work, publications, honors, and other information, which could facilitate your application.
Study or Work certificate. For applicants who are currently studying or working in an institution, a Certificate of Enrollment or Employment issued by the institution is required.
Provisional Acceptance Letter from Supervisor of CQU (if available, not compulsory). (download the template)
Other supporting documents such as publications, awards, certificate of employment/internship, etc. (if available). For Arts programs, applicants must have related academic background and are required to submit the portfolio (such as paintings, story scripts, short movies, etc.).
Other supporting materials required by the specific program.
Note: 1) All the above documents should be Chinese or English version. If the original copy is in a different language, a notarized translated version in Chinese or English must be submitted together; as to the certificate issued by the school, the name and contact information of the certifier shall be affixed as well as the official seal of the school. 2) Applicants do not need to send hard copies of the above documents, but shall bring the original copies when registration
Reminder: Personal information, passport information, and email address are very important, please be sure to fill in correct information. Applicants will be responsible for consequences due to wrong basic information in application.
APPLICATION AND ADMISSION PROCEDURES
1. Online Application
Create and activate an account in Chongqing University’s online application system at https://cqu.17gz.org/member/login.do. Select the corresponding scholarship or self-funded programs according to the funding category to be applied, fill in the application form and upload required supporting documents (colored scanned copy of the original version). Submit the application and pay the application fee (400 RMB, non-refundable) online before the application deadline. Applications that have not been paid or are overdue will not be reviewed.
2. Evaluation and Admission
Initial review of qualification and documents.
Academic review by related schools, and interview with those who have passed the above review.
Send admission documents to the admitted students.
FEES (RMB)
|
Master’s Programs |
Doctoral Programs |
Chinese-taught |
21,000-25,000 RMB/Year |
25,000-28,000 RMB/Year |
English-taught |
30,000-49,000 RMB/Year |
34,000-38,000 RMB/Year |
SCHOLARSHIPS INFORMATION
1. Chinese Government Scholarship
Full scholarship covering tuition waiver, free on-campus accommodation, Comprehensive Medical Insurance and living allowance. Refer to http://study.cqu.edu.cn/HOME/ADMISSION/Scholarships/Chinese_Government_Scholarships.htm to apply.
2. International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
Refer to https://study.cqu.edu.cn/HOME/ADMISSION/Scholarships/International_Chinese_Language_Teachers_Scholarshi.htm for scholarship coverage and application guide.
3. Chongqing Municipal Government Mayor Scholarship
Refer to
http://study.cqu.edu.cn/HOME/ADMISSION/Scholarships/Chongqing Municipal Government Mayor Scholarship.htm for scholarship coverage and apply in accordance with this guide.
4. Chongqing University President Scholarship
Refer to https://study.cqu.edu.cn/HOME/ADMISSION/Scholarships/Chongqing_University_President_Scholarship.htm for scholarship coverage and apply in accordance with this guide.
Note: The above scholarship information is for reference only and is subject to change according to the latest regulations.
CONTACT US
International Students Admissions Office
Address: Room 310, Main Building, Campus A of Chongqing University, No.174 Shazheng Street, Shapingba District, Chongqing, P.R.China, 400044
Tel: +86-23-65111001; +86-23-65111066
Email: admissions@cqu.edu.cn
Website: http://study.cqu.edu.cn/
