Beijing · North China
中国人民大学
Renmin University of China
Leading university for the humanities and social sciences, especially economics, law, journalism and public administration.
Key facts
- Location
- Beijing · 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)
- ¥24,000–36,000 per year
Tuition and deadlines
| Program | Tuition per year (CNY) |
|---|---|
| Chinese language program | ¥24,000 |
| Bachelor's | ¥24,000–36,000 |
| Master's | ¥28,000–89,000 |
| PhD | ¥32,000–84,000 |
2026 fee standard, per year. Bachelor's Chinese-taught 24,000–30,000 (English-taught Global BBA 36,000). Master's Chinese-taught 28,000–32,000; English-taught 40,000–89,000; Carbon Economics master's 148,000 (excluded). PhD Chinese-taught 32,000–36,000; English-taught International Communication 84,000. Chinese language students 24,000.
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 · Law · Social Sciences · Business & Management
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.