All Levels
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Full tuition + housing + monthly stipend
XJ
Xi'an Jiaotong University
Xi'an, China
"The only C9 League university in western China"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#305 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Xi'an Jiaotong University
Xi'an Jiaotong University (XJTU) was founded in Shanghai in 1896 as Nanyang Public School and moved to Xi'an in 1956. It is a member of the C9 League, the only one in western China, and part of Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. XJTU is strong in energy and power, electrical, mechanical and nuclear engineering, as well as medicine and management. Its main Xingqing campus is in Xi'an, with the Innovation Harbour campus in Xixian New Area.
Rankings & Recognition
#305
Ranked #305 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#296 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
C9 League
Project 985
Project 211
Double First-Class
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Xi'an Jiaotong University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
28.5#
Employer Reputation
44.2#
Faculty / Student
15.9#
Citations / Faculty
97.8#
Intl. Faculty
5.5#
Intl. Students
6.8#
Intl. Research Network
82.9#
Employment Outcomes
34.9#
Sustainability
55.8#
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Key Facts
1896
Founded
60,579
Total Students
3,676
International Students
4,047
Faculty
3%
International Staff
Popular Programs
Energy and Power Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
Clinical Medicine (MBBS)
Business Administration
Application Details
Application Route
Online (isso.xjtu.edu.cn)
Application Fee
CNY 500 (self-funded)
Intakes
September
UG Deadline
30 June 2026
PG Deadline
15 May 2026
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)
|
80 |
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Duolingo (English-taught PG)
|
110 |
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HSK (Chinese-taught)
|
HSK 4 (180+) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
JW202 + X1 student visa
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
CNY 500
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
35%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 4,047
International Staff — 3%
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Notable Alumni
Zhou Hongyi (Qihoo 360 founder)
Campus & Location
XJTU's main Xingqing campus is at 28 Xianning West Road in Xi'an. It also has the Yanta and Qujiang campuses and the Innovation Harbour campus in Xixian New Area.
Campus Details
4
Xi'an campuses
4047
faculty
3676
international students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 22 to 33 C
Coldest (Jan): -4 to 5 C
Climate: Humid subtropical
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dorms: CNY 8000-19000 per year
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
60,579
International Students
3,676
Undergraduate
42%
Postgraduate
58%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's (Sci/Eng)
CNY 22,000 / year
Tuition - Bachelor's (English)
CNY 40,000 / year
Tuition - Master's (English)
CNY 39,000 / year
Tuition - PhD (English)
CNY 44,000 / year
Accommodation
CNY 8,000-19,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
XJTU admits degree students in September. For 2026, bachelor's applications ran from 1 Nov 2025 to 30 June; self-funded master's / PhD closed on 15 May.
Scholarships at Xi'an Jiaotong University
3 scholarships available
Bachelor's
10-100% tuition waiver
XJTU International UG Freshman Scholarship
All Levels
First-year support
Xi'an Belt and Road Scholarship
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; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or HSK 4 (180+)
Postgraduate
Bachelor's/master's; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 / Duolingo 110 or HSK 4
English Proficiency
IELTS (English-taught)
TOEFL iBT (English-taught)
Duolingo (English-taught PG)
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 isso.xjtu.edu.cn.
2
Apply online
Register on isso.xjtu.edu.cn and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the CNY 500 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
XJTU's main Xingqing campus is at 28 Xianning West Road in Xi'an. It also has the Yanta and Qujiang campuses and the Innovation Harbour campus in Xixian New Area.
Bachelor's
3
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Bachelor's
Clinical Medicine (MBBS)
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Bachelor's
Electrical Engineering and Automation
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Bachelor's
Energy and Power Engineering
Master's
2
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Master's
Computer Science and Technology
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Master's
Civil Engineering
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