Tianjin · North China
南开大学
Nankai University
Historic comprehensive university in Tianjin, known for economics, chemistry, mathematics and Chinese studies.
Key facts
- Location
- Tianjin · North China
- Recognition
- Project 985, Project 211, Double First-Class
- Teaching languages
- Chinese, English (some programs)
- Intakes
- Spring (February/March), Fall (September)
- Chinese Government Scholarship
- Accepts CSC scholarship students
- Tuition (bachelor's)
- ¥20,000–35,000 per year
Tuition and deadlines
| Program | Tuition per year (CNY) |
|---|---|
| Chinese language program | ¥14,000 |
| Bachelor's | ¥20,000–35,000 |
Language program: 7,000 CNY per semester or 14,000 per year (2026–2027). Bachelor's 20,000–35,000 per year depending on major. Master's and PhD fees are in program catalogs (spreadsheets) that were not read. Application fee 400 CNY.
Application windows
20 Oct 2026 – 4 Jun 2027
Bachelor's, 2027 entry
by 30 May 2027
Bachelor's, 2027 entry — scholarship applicants
20 Oct 2026 – 31 May 2027
Master's and PhD, 2027 entry
by 20 Mar 2027
PhD — CSC Type B scholarship
by 28 Feb 2027
PhD — New Sinology Plan scholarship
Checked 24 Oct 2026 against the university's own pages and brochures (sources at right). Fees and dates can change each year; confirm on the official site before you apply.
Known for
Economics & Finance · Natural Sciences · Humanities
Scholarships you can apply for
All scholarships →Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
China's flagship full scholarship for international students. It waives tuition, provides on-campus housing and a monthly stipend, and includes comprehensive medical insurance.
Provincial & Municipal Government Scholarships
Many provinces and cities fund international students at their local universities. Awards range from partial tuition waivers to full packages with a living allowance.
University Scholarships
Most universities that admit international students run their own scholarships, from first-year tuition waivers to merit awards for continuing students with strong grades.
How to apply
- 1Check programs and deadlines on the official website.
- 2Prepare your documents — see the checklist.
- 3Apply for scholarships at the same time; CSC deadlines are often earlier than admission deadlines.
- 4After admission, apply for your student visa.