About
About Xi'an Jiaotong University
Xi’an Jiaotong University (西安交通大学) traces its origin to Nanyang Public School, founded in Shanghai in 1896. In the 1950s the institution moved west to Xi’an in the historic “Westward Movement”, and was named Xi’an Jiaotong University in 1959.
A member of the elite C9 League and the Double First-Class initiative, XJTU is one of China’s leading universities for engineering, energy and power, science, medicine and management. Its campuses are in Xi’an, the ancient capital of Shaanxi province.
XJTU teaches more than 40,000 students — including over 1,100 international students from around 50 countries — across some 20 schools, eight residential colleges and eight affiliated hospitals.
Among China’s strongest universities for engineering, energy and power
C9 League member
One of nine universities in China’s elite C9 League and a Double First-Class institution.
Engineering & energy leader
Among China’s strongest universities for engineering, energy, power and management.
Ranked among the world’s best
Ranked #305 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
The “Westward Movement”
XJTU’s roots trace to 1896 and its move from Shanghai to Xi’an in the 1950s — a defining story in Chinese higher education.
Admission
Admission, programs & tuition
Xi’an Jiaotong University admits international students to bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, plus non-degree programs, through its School of International Education. Undergraduate admission requires the China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA). Applications are made through the SIE online registration system.
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.
- Chinese-taught programs
- RMB 20,000–40,000 / year
- English-taught programs
- RMB 26,000–50,000 / year
Application requirements
- Non-Chinese citizen with a valid passport and a high-school graduation certificate.
- The China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA) and valid academic transcripts.
- English-taught programs: IELTS 5.5+ or an accepted English-proficiency certificate.
- Chinese-taught programs: an HSK certificate at the level required by the program.
- Selection is by document review, CSCA results and an interview.
Master’s degreeGraduate
Master’s degrees across engineering, science, medicine, management and the social sciences, taught in Chinese or English.
- Master’s programs
- RMB 30,000–50,000 / year (clinical medicine and dentistry higher)
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.
- Passport biographical page and program-specific materials.
Doctoral degreeGraduate
Doctoral study across engineering, the natural sciences, medicine and management.
- Doctoral programs
- RMB 34,000–50,000 / 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 study for international students at XJTU.
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 results for undergraduate applicants; HSK or TOEFL/IELTS scores as required.
- Study plan or research proposal, and recommendation letters for graduate applicants.
- Foreigner physical-examination record and program-specific documents.
Application timeline
- 1
Autumn intake applications
Spring 2026Applications for the 2026 international undergraduate and graduate intake open through the SIE online system; deadlines vary by program.
- 2
CSCA test
Per CSCA scheduleUndergraduate applicants must sit the China Scholastic Competency Assessment; register and check dates at csca.cn.
- 3
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 and language of instruction; English-taught and medical programs cost more. Budget separately for the application fee, accommodation and insurance. Always confirm the current figure on the official program page before applying.
Funding
Scholarships
International students at XJTU can apply for national, provincial and university scholarships, covering tuition fully or partly; the fully funded national scholarship also includes accommodation, insurance and a stipend.
Chinese Government Scholarship
Full funding: tuition, accommodation, a monthly living stipend and comprehensive medical insurance.
Eligibility: Non-Chinese citizens applying for degree study, applied for together with XJTU.
Shaanxi Province Sanqin Scholarship
A one-time award for full-time self-funded international students.
Eligibility: Self-funded international degree students at universities in Shaanxi province.
XJTU International Student Recognition Award
A one-time award recognizing outstanding self-funded international students.
Eligibility: Full-time 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.
Research
Research at the university
Xi’an Jiaotong University is one of China’s leading research universities, with outstanding strength in engineering, energy and power, mechanical and electrical engineering and management, supported by national laboratories and research centers.
Engineering & energy
World-recognized strength in mechanical, electrical, energy and power engineering and manufacturing systems.
Science & materials
Research across physics, mathematics, materials science and the mechanical behavior of materials.
Medicine
Eight affiliated teaching hospitals support medical research and clinical training.
Management & social sciences
XJTU’s School of Management is one of the most highly regarded in China.
- XJTU is among China’s strongest universities for engineering, energy and power.
- XJTU hosts several state key laboratories in mechanical, electrical and materials engineering.
- XJTU founded the University Alliance of the Silk Road, a network of universities along the Belt and Road.
- XJTU’s iHarbour (China Western Science and Technology Innovation Harbour) is a major research and innovation campus.
Global engagement
Global engagement
Xi’an Jiaotong University runs an active program of international research and exchange, anchored by the University Alliance of the Silk Road that it founded in 2015.
University Alliance of the Silk Road
A network of universities along the Belt and Road, founded and led by XJTU in 2015.
XJTU-POLIMI Joint School of Design & Innovation
A joint school with Politecnico di Milano of Italy for design and innovation.
Double-degree & joint programs
Double-degree programs, joint laboratories and student exchange with partner universities worldwide.
Global partner network
Relations and exchange with 320 universities and research institutions in 44 countries and regions.
Career
Career & alumni
Xi’an Jiaotong University graduates are highly sought after in engineering, energy, manufacturing, technology and management across China and beyond.
Career support
- Career counselling, workshops and recruitment fairs for students.
- Strong employer links across energy, manufacturing, electronics and management.
- A distinguished alumni network of engineers, scientists and academic leaders.
- Support for graduate study and international careers.
Notable alumni
Huajian Gao
Mechanician and engineer; member of the US National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Engineering.
Zhigang Suo
Materials scientist and professor at Harvard University.
Tony Jun Huang
Engineer known for acoustofluidics and microfluidics; professor at Duke University.
Campus life
Campus life
Xi’an Jiaotong University’s campuses sit in Xi’an, the ancient capital of Shaanxi, combining its historic Xingqing and Yanta campuses with the modern iHarbour innovation campus.
Accommodation
International Student Apartments
By room type and campus
On-campus international student housing; the School of International Education manages accommodation reservation and arrangement.
Dining
Each campus has canteens and cafeterias serving Chinese and international food at student prices.
Facilities
Libraries
Large libraries across the campuses with extensive Chinese and foreign-language collections.
Sport & recreation
Gymnasiums, swimming pools, stadiums and sports grounds.
Health care
Eight affiliated teaching hospitals and on-campus medical services; insurance is required for international students.
iHarbour innovation campus
The China Western Science and Technology Innovation Harbour — a modern campus for research, teaching and enterprise.
Campus
Xi'an Jiaotong University in photos
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much is tuition at Xi’an Jiaotong University for international students?+
Undergraduate tuition runs roughly RMB 20,000–40,000 per year for Chinese-taught programs and RMB 26,000–50,000 for English-taught programs. Master’s programs cost about RMB 30,000–50,000 per year and doctoral programs RMB 34,000–50,000 per year.
What are the admission requirements for international students at XJTU?+
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport. Undergraduate admission requires the China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA); English-taught programs require IELTS 5.5, and selection is by document review, CSCA results and an interview.
Does XJTU offer scholarships for international students?+
Yes. International students can apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship, the Shaanxi Province Sanqin Scholarship and the XJTU International Student Recognition Award.
When is the application deadline for Xi’an Jiaotong University?+
Applications for the 2026 intake run through the School of International Education online system, with deadlines that vary by program. Undergraduate applicants must also sit the CSCA — check csca.cn for test dates.
What is Xi’an Jiaotong University best known for?+
XJTU is one of China’s strongest universities for engineering, energy and power, mechanical and electrical engineering and management, and is a member of the elite C9 League.
Where do international students live at XJTU?+
XJTU provides International Student Apartments on its Xingqing, Yanta and iHarbour campuses; the School of International Education arranges accommodation.
Contact
Contact the admissions offices
Reach the School of International Education (SIE) for questions about applications, documents, scholarships and arrival. Type university programs and offices are based on campus in Xi'an.
- Office
- School of International Education (SIE)
- Address
- School of International Education, Floor 9, Shaw Building, Xi’an Jiaotong University, 28 Xianning West Road, Xi’an, Shaanxi 710049, P.R. China
- ic@mail.xjtu.edu.cn
- Phone
- +86-29-82668063
Verified from official sources · last checked 2026-05-18
Tuition, fees and deadlines change every intake. Always confirm the current figures on the official Tsinghua pages before applying.