About
About Zhejiang University
Zhejiang University (浙江大学) traces its roots to the Qiushi Academy, founded in 1897, making it one of the oldest universities in China. It is based in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province.
A member of the C9 League and the Double First-Class initiative, ZJU is a comprehensive university spanning the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management and the arts.
ZJU teaches around 53,000 students across seven campuses in and around Hangzhou — including the Haining International Campus — and consistently ranks among the top three universities in mainland China.
Consistently ranked among the top three universities in the country
Top 3 in China
Consistently ranked among the top three universities in mainland China and #49 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
C9 League member
Part of China’s elite C9 League and the national Double First-Class initiative.
Comprehensive university
One of China’s most comprehensive universities, covering 12 academic disciplines from engineering to medicine and the arts.
Haining International Campus
Home to joint institutes with the University of Edinburgh and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Admission
Admission, programs & tuition
Zhejiang University admits international students to bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees and to non-degree Chinese-language programs, managed by the International College of Zhejiang University (ICZU). Applications are submitted through the ICZU online system, and from the 2026/2027 year all undergraduate applicants must provide a CSCA report.
Degree programs
Select a degree level to see tuition, duration and entry requirements.
Bachelor’s degreeUndergraduate
Four- to five-year undergraduate degrees in Chinese or English across engineering, science, medicine, economics, management and the humanities.
- General programs
- RMB 20,000–32,000 / year
- Medicine & English-taught programs
- Higher — set per program
Application requirements
- Non-Chinese citizen with a valid passport and a high-school graduation certificate.
- From the 2026/2027 year, a valid CSCA (China Scholastic Competency Assessment) report — the first test is on 21 December 2025.
- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 (≥180 for science, engineering, economics, management and art; ≥195 for literature and education).
- English-taught programs: IELTS, TOEFL or another English certificate, or a pass in the ZJU entrance English test.
- Academic transcripts and supporting documents through the online system.
Master’s degreeGraduate
Two- to three-year master’s degrees across the sciences, engineering, medicine, management, the humanities and the social sciences, with many English-taught programs.
- Standard programs
- RMB 22,000–42,800 / year
- Professional programs (e.g. International Master of Finance)
- up to RMB 74,000 / year
Application requirements
- Foreign passport holder with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificate.
- A study plan and recommendation letters.
- HSK or English-language test scores depending on the program’s language of instruction.
- Passport biographical page and program-specific materials.
Doctoral degreeGraduate
Doctoral study across engineering, the natural sciences, agriculture, medicine and the social sciences.
- Doctoral programs
- RMB 22,000–46,800 / year
Application requirements
- Foreign passport holder with a master’s degree or equivalent.
- A research proposal and academic transcripts.
- Two academic recommendation letters.
- Language-proficiency test scores as required by the program.
- Passport biographical page and program-specific materials.
Non-degree programs
Chinese language program
Chinese language and culture courses run by the International College of Zhejiang University.
Fee · By program
Exchange & visiting students
Students nominated by partner universities, or self-funded visiting students, study for one or two semesters.
Fee · Per exchange agreement
Documents to prepare
- Valid foreign passport (biographical page).
- Highest degree or graduation certificate, with authentication where required.
- Full academic transcripts.
- CSCA report for undergraduate applicants (from the 2026/2027 year).
- Language-proficiency scores — HSK for Chinese-taught programs, TOEFL/IELTS for English-taught programs.
- Study plan or research proposal, and recommendation letters for graduate applicants.
- Foreigner physical-examination record and program-specific documents.
Application timeline
- 1
Autumn semester deadline
By 30 Jun 2026Applications for the autumn 2026 intake should be submitted before 30 June 2026.
- 2
Spring semester deadline
By 30 JanApplications for the spring intake should be submitted before 30 January.
- 3
First CSCA test
21 Dec 2025The China Scholarship Council holds the first CSCA test on 21 December 2025; registration opens in November 2025.
- 4
Registration & start of the autumn semester
Sep 2026Admitted students register on campus and the academic year begins.
Tuition is charged per academic year and varies by program; medicine, English-taught and professional programs cost considerably more. Budget separately for the application fee, accommodation (roughly RMB 4,000–8,000 per year) and insurance. Always confirm the current figure in ZJU’s official tuition standard before applying.
Funding
Scholarships
International students at Zhejiang University can apply for national, provincial and university scholarships. Fully funded options cover tuition, accommodation, insurance and a stipend; others cover tuition fully or partly.
Chinese Government Scholarship
Full funding: tuition, on-campus accommodation, a monthly living stipend and comprehensive medical insurance.
Eligibility: Non-Chinese citizens applying for degree study, applied for together with Zhejiang University.
Zhejiang Government Scholarship (ZGS)
Full or partial tuition for international degree students in Zhejiang province.
Eligibility: International degree students at Zhejiang universities, awarded on academic merit.
Zhejiang University Scholarship
Full or partial tuition, awarded on academic performance.
Eligibility: Self-funded international degree students.
International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
Tuition, accommodation and stipend for Chinese-language and Chinese-teaching programs.
Eligibility: Students of Chinese language and the Chinese-teaching track.
Program-specific scholarships
Scholarships attached to particular programs.
Eligibility: Applicants to programs such as the ZJU-UoE Institute dual degrees, Global Communication & Management and the MBBS.
Research
Research at the university
Zhejiang University is one of China’s most research-intensive universities, with broad strength across engineering, the sciences, agriculture, medicine and the humanities, and a focus on global challenges such as clean energy, ocean technology and public health.
Engineering & technology
Leading research in industrial control, computer science, AI, materials and advanced manufacturing.
Sciences & agriculture
Strong programs in the natural sciences, life sciences and agriculture — ZJU has deep roots in agricultural science.
Medicine & public health
ZJU’s medical school and affiliated hospitals support clinical and public-health research.
Cross-disciplinary priorities
Research targeting clean energy, ocean technology and global public health.
- ZJU’s faculty includes 41 members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering.
- ZJU is consistently among the top universities in China for research output and funding.
- Research spans 12 academic disciplines — one of the broadest ranges in China.
- ZJU runs joint research institutes with Edinburgh and Illinois on its Haining International Campus.
Global engagement
Global engagement
Zhejiang University pursues a global strategy built on education, research and engagement, with partnerships worldwide and joint institutes on its dedicated international campus.
ZJU-UoE Institute
A joint institute with the University of Edinburgh on the Haining International Campus, offering dual-degree programs.
ZJU-UIUC Institute
A joint engineering institute with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on the Haining International Campus.
Haining International Campus
A dedicated campus for international joint education, bringing global partners onto one site.
Global partner network
Partnerships with 190+ institutions in over 30 countries, including Imperial College London and the University of Sydney.
Career
Career & alumni
Zhejiang University graduates are highly sought after across China’s technology, business and research sectors, and the university — based in Hangzhou — has close ties to the region’s strong entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Career support
- Career counselling, workshops and recruitment events for students.
- Strong employer links across technology, manufacturing, finance and research.
- Close ties to Hangzhou’s entrepreneurial and technology ecosystem.
- Support for entrepreneurship and graduate study.
Notable alumni
Li Qiang
Premier of the State Council of China.
Colin Huang (Huang Zheng)
Founder of the e-commerce company Pinduoduo.
Liang Wenfeng
Founder of the AI company DeepSeek.
Sun Yang
Olympic gold-medal-winning competitive swimmer.
Campus life
Campus life
Zhejiang University spans seven campuses in and around Hangzhou — one of China’s most scenic cities — with the Zijingang campus as the main hub for international students.
Accommodation
Zijingang Campus International Student Dormitories
Roughly RMB 4,000–8,000 per year, by room type
Rooms include a bed, desk, locker, air-conditioning, hot water, a bathroom and campus network, with shared kitchens, laundry and study rooms. Housing is arranged by the Foreign Expert & Student Service Center.
Yuquan & Huajiachi Campus Dormitories
By room type
Additional international student housing, including the Chu Kochen Hall of International Education on the Yuquan campus.
Dining
Each campus has canteens and cafeterias serving Chinese and international food at student prices.
Facilities
Libraries
An extensive library system across the seven campuses, with large Chinese and foreign-language collections.
Sport & recreation
Basketball, football, tennis, badminton and squash courts, tracks, gymnasiums and an indoor swimming pool.
Health care
On-campus medical services and affiliated hospitals; insurance is required for international students.
Seven Hangzhou campuses
Zijingang (main), Yuquan, Xixi, Huajiachi, Zhijiang, Zhoushan and the Haining International Campus.
Campus
Zhejiang University in photos
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much is tuition at Zhejiang University for international students?+
Undergraduate tuition runs roughly RMB 20,000–32,000 per year, with medicine and English-taught programs higher. Master’s programs cost about RMB 22,000–42,800 per year (professional programs more) and doctoral programs RMB 22,000–46,800 per year.
What are the admission requirements for international students at Zhejiang University?+
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport. From the 2026/2027 year, undergraduate applicants must provide a CSCA report; Chinese-taught programs require HSK Level 4, and English-taught programs require IELTS, TOEFL or the ZJU English test.
Does Zhejiang University offer scholarships for international students?+
Yes. International students can apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship, the Zhejiang Government Scholarship, Zhejiang University scholarships and program-specific scholarships.
When is the application deadline for Zhejiang University?+
Applications for the autumn intake should be submitted before 30 June and for the spring intake before 30 January. The first CSCA test for undergraduate applicants is on 21 December 2025.
Does Zhejiang University teach programs in English?+
Yes. ZJU offers English-taught programs, including dual-degree programs at the ZJU-UoE and ZJU-UIUC institutes on the Haining International Campus and the English-taught MBBS.
Where do international students live at Zhejiang University?+
International students are housed mainly in dormitories on the Zijingang campus, with additional housing on the Yuquan and Huajiachi campuses; on-campus rooms cost roughly RMB 4,000–8,000 per year.
Contact
Contact the admissions offices
Reach the International College of Zhejiang University (ICZU) for questions about applications, documents, scholarships and arrival. Type university programs and offices are based on campus in Hangzhou.
- Office
- International College of Zhejiang University (ICZU)
- Address
- International College of Zhejiang University, West District of Zijingang Campus, 866 Yuhangtang Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310058, P.R. China
- zdwfzx@zju.edu.cn
- Phone
- +86-571-87951816
Verified from official sources · last checked 2026-05-17
Tuition, fees and deadlines change every intake. Always confirm the current figures on the official Tsinghua pages before applying.