2026 Application Guide for Undergraduate Programs
for International Students
Full-time Undergraduate Education at Chongqing University:
ELIGIBILITY
1. Applicants must be Non-Chinese citizens holding valid ordinary passports, with sound physical and mental health, as well as excellent academic performance and moral character;
Note: Applicants who are former residents of Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, or Taiwan and have obtained foreign nationality through emigration, and applicants who acquired foreign nationality at birth while either or both parents are Chinese citizens with permanent residence abroad, must comply with the provisions of the Ministry of Education Document No. Jiao Wai Han〔2020〕12 (see link) and submit the relevant certification materials in accordance with the university’s regulations.
2. Possess a high school diploma or above, and meet the academic requirements to the applied program.
3. Self-funded applicants shall be above 18 years old and under 30 years old; scholarship applicants shall be above 18 years old and under 25 years old.
4. Language Proficiency Requirements:
Applicants for Chinese-taught programs are required to have a HSK Level 4 score of 210 or above; some programs specify a higher requirement of HSK Level 5 (refer to the Program List for details);
Applicants for English-taught programs whose native language is not English need to provide either: 1) an English language proficiency test score report (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL Internet-Based Test (iBT) 80 or higher); 2) a certificate from their previous school proving that the previous program was taught in English; or 3) a certificate indicating that they have studied in an English-speaking country for more than one year.
5. Not be recipients of any other scholarships at the same time.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
May 31, 2026 (Beijing Time)
Note: The application deadline for scholarship shall be subject to the Application Guide of the respective scholarship program.
PROGRAMS
List of Undergraduate Programs for International Students (2026)
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
1. Information Page of Ordinary Passport. A valid ordinary passport is required, with an expiration date no earlier than March 2027. For applicants who are already in China, a photocopy of their Visa or Residence Permit with entry customs stamps should be provided as well.
2. Notarized High School Diploma. Applicants who have already graduated from high school shall submit graduation certificate of high school. Prospective graduates (who have not yet obtained their diplomas) shall submit a pre-graduation certificate issued by the high school, and bring the official diploma for registration if admitted, otherwise the admission qualification will be revoked.
3. High School Official Transcripts. Official transcripts covering all courses completed during the high school years, as well as a formal explanation of the school's academic grading system.
4. China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA) Transcript.Specific test subjects are detailed in the Program List, and the language utilized for the test shall be congruent with the program’s medium of instruction.
5. Proof of Language Proficiency. A valid language proficiency proof (as required) must be submitted. Refer to Section 4 of “Eligibility” for specific requirements.
6. 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 and include the physician’s recommendation.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 report and Chest X-ray report) must also be uploaded. Please carefully plan your physical examination schedule as the results are only valid for 6 months. Applicants in China may complete the physical examination at the international travel health care center.
7. Non-criminal Record Certificate. A valid certificate of Non-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority must be submitted. The certificate shall be issued within 6 months prior to the application submission.
8. Financial Statement or Bank Statement. Submit a financial proof issued within the past six months, with available funds of no less than RMB 30,000 (The minimum amount of financial proof for full scholarship applicants may be appropriately lowered).
9. A Personal Statement. No less than 800 words, stating your basic personal information, education experience, motivation, study plan, etc.
10. Study or Employment Certificate. For applicants currently studying or working at an institution, a Certificate of Enrollment or Employment issued by the institution is required.
11. For Arts programs, applicants must have related academic background and are required to submit the portfolio (such as paintings, story scripts, short movies, etc.).
12. Other supporting materials required by the university (e.g., nationality certification materials, supplementary certificates, etc.).
Note: 1) All the above documents should be in Chinese or English. If the original copy is in another language, a notarized Chinese or English translation must be submitted along with it.; For school-issued certificates, the certifier’s name, contact information, and the school’s official seal must be affixed. 2) Applicants are not required to send hard copies of the above documents, but shall bring the original copies for registration.
Reminder: Personal information, passport information, and email address are crucial. Please ensure that you provide accurate information. Applicants shall bear responsibility for any consequences resulting from incorrect basic information in your application.
APPLICATION AND ADMISSION PROCEDURES
1. Take the China Scholastic Competency Assessment
Applicants for undergraduate degree programs are required to take the “China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA)” organized by the China Scholarship Council on behalf of the Ministry of Education of China, and submit a valid transcript while applying. Applicants can visit the official CSCA website (http://www.csca.cn) for test dates and content. The specific test subjects required for each program at our university are detailed in the attached Program List.
2. Online Application
Create and activate an account on Chongqing University’s online application system at https://cqu.17gz.org/member/login.do, complete the application form and upload required supporting documents (color-scanned copies of the original documents). Submit the application and pay the application fee (400 RMB, non-refundable) online before the application deadline. Applications that are unpaid or submitted after the deadline will not be reviewed. The system operation instruction is enclosed in the 
attachment.
3. Evaluation and Admission
1) Initial review of qualification and documents.
2) Academic review by the relevant schools, and interview for those who have passed the above review.
3) Issuance of admission documents to admitted students.
FEES (RMB)
Application Fee: 400RMB (Non-refundable)
Tuition Fee: Chinese-taught Programs: 14,000-20,000 RMB/Year;
English-taught Programs: 25,000-30,000 RMB/Year;
Accommodation Fee: 4,750-8,500RMB/Year
Insurance Fee: 800 RMB/Year
For more details, refer to http://study.cqu.edu.cn/HOME/ADMISSION/Overview/Tuition_and_Accommodation_Fees.htm
SCHOLARSHIPS INFORMATION
1. Chinese Government Scholarship (Type A)
Visit the website of https://www.campuschina.org/ for more detailed information. Applicants can apply through dispatching authorities for overseas study of their home countries. When completing the application form, applicants must indicate “Chongqing University” as the priority institution.
2. International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
Applicants need to apply through the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Application System, as well as Chongqing University’s online application system. For detailed information, please visit the website of the Center for Language Education and Cooperation of the Chinese Ministry of Education: http://www.chinese.cn.
3. Chongqing University President Scholarship
Sponsored and established by Chongqing University, this scholarship supports outstanding international students in pursuing degree studies at the university. Applicants shall apply through Chongqing University’s online application system.
Note:
Application guidelines for the above scholarships will be updated sequentially. Please monitor the official website (https://study.cqu.edu.cn/) and submit your application in accordance with the requirements specified in the latest 2026 application guidelines.
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/
