All Levels
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Full tuition + housing + monthly stipend
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Renmin (People's) University of China
Beijing, China
"China's top university for economics, law and the social sciences"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#566 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Renmin (People's) University of China
Renmin University of China (RUC) traces its roots to the Shaanbei Public School founded in 1937 and took its current name in 1950. It is a public research university under the Ministry of Education and part of Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. RUC is ranked first in China in many social sciences, including economics, law, journalism, statistics and public administration. Its main campus is at 59 Zhongguancun Street in Haidian, Beijing.
Rankings & Recognition
#566
Ranked #566 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#521 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Project 985
Project 211
Double First-Class
Ministry of Education direct-affiliated university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Renmin (People's) University of China's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1937
Founded
approx. 28,200
Total Students
786
International Students
1,799
Faculty
7%
International Staff
Popular Programs
Economics
Law
Journalism
Statistics
Public Administration
Business Administration
Application Details
Application Route
Online via RUC admissions
Application Fee
CNY 800
Intakes
September
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS (English-taught)
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6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT (English-taught)
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90 |
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HSK (Chinese-taught)
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Level 5-6 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
JW202 + X1 student visa
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
CNY 800
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
84%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 1,799
International Staff — 7%
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Notable Alumni
Liu He (former Vice Premier)
Xie Feng (diplomat)
Campus & Location
RUC's main campus is at 59 Zhongguancun Street in Haidian, Beijing, in the city's university and tech district, with a second campus in Tongzhou.
Campus Details
2
Beijing campuses
1799
faculty
786
international students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 23 to 32 C
Coldest (Jan): -7 to 2 C
Climate: Humid continental
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dorms: International student housing
Dining
Campus canteens: Chinese and halal food
Health & Wellness
Campus clinic: Basic care on site
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
approx. 28,200
International Students
786
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Range
approx. USD 3,000-13,700 / year
Application Fee
CNY 800
Intakes & Deadlines
RUC admits international students in September. Deadlines differ by programme; CSC and Beijing Government scholarship deadlines are earlier.
Scholarships at Renmin (People's) University of China
2 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma + CSCA; HSK 5+
Postgraduate
Bachelor's/master's; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 90 (English-taught)
English Proficiency
IELTS (English-taught)
TOEFL iBT (English-taught)
HSK (Chinese-taught)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Study / research plan
Two recommendation letters
Language certificate (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL)
Physical examination form
Non-criminal record
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list on the RUC admissions portal.
2
Apply online
Register on the RUC admissions portal and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the CNY 800 application fee.
4
Review
The school reviews your file; some hold an interview or test.
5
Admission & visa
Get the admission letter and JW202, then apply for an X1 visa.
6
Arrive & register
Register on campus and get your residence permit within 30 days.
Campus & Location
RUC's main campus is at 59 Zhongguancun Street in Haidian, Beijing, in the city's university and tech district, with a second campus in Tongzhou.
Master's
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Master's
International MBA (IMBA)
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Master's
Chinese Economy
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Master's
Contemporary Chinese Studies
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