1. Introduction
Tsinghua University offers extensive course and instruction resources, including over 200 courses mediated in English, alongside advanced research facilities and experimental conditions. International students interested in undertaking a short-term study program or conducting visiting research at Tsinghua University may submit their applications to the Non-Degree Education Office at Tsinghua University.
Prospective students are suggested to consult with both the relevant academic departments at Tsinghua University and their home institution’s academic advisors in detail prior to finalizing their individual study plans, regarding to the visiting programs or research cooperating opportunities.
The schooling system for visiting students ranges from 1 semester up to 2 years. Official transcripts will be provided if the visiting student successfully finishes his/her study at Tsinghua University.
Visiting Student Programs of Tsinghua University include both Department-level Exchange students and Free-mover Visiting Students.
2. Qualification of Applicants
(1) Applicants have to be non-Chinese citizens with a valid personal ordinary-type passport.
*The applicants who were formerly residents of Chinese mainland, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Macao Special Administrative Region, or Taiwan Region, and who have immigrated and acquired foreign nationality, are required to submit the proof of the applicant’s relinquishment of the nationality of the People's Republic of China and a certificate of cancellation of the applicant's Chinese household registration (hukou) at the time of application.
Note: Whether an applicant who holds foreign nationality also possesses the nationality of the People’s Republic of China shall be determined by the nationality appraisal issued by the Exit and Entry Administration of the Chinese public-security authorities. If, after application, admission, or enrolment, an applicant is determined to possess Chinese nationality or to be otherwise ineligible, the applicant’s application, admission offer, enrolment, or student status will be revoked.
(2) Educational Attainment and Age Requirement
□ General Visiting Students: Aged 18 or older with a minimum academic standing equivalent to the second year of university or above, not exceeding 45 years of age in general.
□ Senior Visiting Students: Either current Ph.D. students, Ph.D. candidates, or Ph.D. degree holders, not exceeding 50 years of age in general.
* The designations of General/Senior Visiting Students represent classifications of non-degree academic status at Tsinghua University based on applicants’ current educational background, rather than referring to specific program offerings.
(3) Language Competence Requirements
□ Humanities, Social Sciences Disciplines: Revised HSK Level 5 Certificate (210 or above)
□ Major of “Modern Chinese”: Revised HSK Level 5 Certificate (180 or above)
□ English Taught Courses: Test-free for Chinese proficiency; Applicants from non-native English-speaking countries are required to submit proof of English language proficiency (at or above the equivalent of TOEFL 90 or IELTS 6.5).
Note: Applicants should liaise directly with the relevant academic department to confirm the language of instruction.
(4) Applicants should be in good health and of good character (meet the physical examination requirements stipulated by the country and THU), be well-behaved and be willing to abide by China's laws and regulations, as well as Tsinghua's rules.
3. Application Schedule
☆ Application for 2026 Spring Semester Enrolment: 15th Oct. 2025 - 30th Nov. 2025
☆ Application for 2026 Fall Semester Enrolment: 15th Mar. 2026 - 15th May 2026
☆ Application by Scholarship holders from CSC: 15th Mar 2026 - 30th Apr. 2026
* It is strongly recommended that applicants finalize all required materials at least one to two weeks ahead of the official application deadline to accommodate timely online review and facilitate any necessary amendments.
* Research cooperation students are able to initiate their applications throughout either the Spring or Fall semester, excluding official public holidays, and must ensure submission at least 2 months prior to their intended enrolment date.
4. Application Documents
Please complete or upload the following application documents in the system:
(1) Personal Statement;
(2) Notarized copy of preceding Degree Certificate or Enrolment Certificate;
(3) Original copy of transcripts;
(4) Certificate of Language Proficiency;
(5) A copy of the applicant’s passport with photo page;
(6) Senior Visiting Students have to provide acceptance letter and two academic references (scholars of associate professorship or higher);
(7) A portfolio of 6 photographic design artworks for applicants of Arts and Design.
* The certificates provided should be the original documents in Chinese or in English, otherwise notarized translations in Chinese or English are required.
5. Application Procedure
Step 1 Online Application: Applicants have to first complete the online application via Tsinghua University’s Non-Degree International Student Portal (http://intl-nondegree.tsinghua.edu.cn), printing and signing the Foreigner’s Application Form for Admission to Visiting/Exchange Study Program of Tsinghua University produced by the system once application approved.
Step 2 Documentation Delivery: Applicants have to deliver the application materials listed above. Department-level exchange students submit the documents to the individual Department, while other applicants submit to the Non-Degree Education Office, by post mail or in person.
6. Key Notes for Application
(1) CGS scholarship holders (HSK 5 180) studying Chinese language in THU should apply visiting program (not the "CLP") through the path of “Other Visiting Students” – “Language Teaching Centre” (Department/School) – “Morden Chinese” (Major).
(2) Upon approval of the online application, applicants are required to complete the application fee payment in the application system. Applicants have to ensure that all transactions are conducted in a secure environment. The university shall not be held liable for any losses arising from operational errors or the compromise of payment account credentials. Prior to proceeding with the online payment, careful consideration is advised. Please note that all application fees are non-refundable, irrespective of the application outcome.
(3) The curriculum catalogue and course lists are subject to adjustment due to various factors. For the most current information, please refer to the official announcement published for the respective academic year.
(4) The specific enrolment date shall be as stipulated in the Letter of Admission, while the academic semester schedule shall adhere to the official university calendar for the respective academic year.
7. Declaration
(1) The applicant shall carefully check whether he/she meets the application qualification and application requirements (including the application requirements declared by the target school/department/major/program) before applying. The relevant consequences arising from his/her failure to meet the application qualification and application requirements shall be borne by the applicant himself / herself.
(2) Please select the correct program after registering in the "Application for Non-degree International Students" system.
(3) Applications will not be processed if incomplete required documents or the incomplete application fee payment. Applicants are responsible for proactively familiarizing themselves with the application procedures and requirements prior to submission. Any consequences arising from failure to complete the registration process in accordance with the stipulated guidelines shall be undertaken solely by the applicant.
(4) Applicants have to ensure the authenticity and accuracy of all submitted information and materials. Should any provided data be verified by the admissions office or certification authorities as fraudulent, the applicant’s eligibility for application, admission, or continued enrolment will be revoked.
(5) Applicants who are found to have issues related to academic integrity, professional ethics, honesty, credibility, or compliance with laws and regulations will be denied admission or have their eligibility for study revoked upon verification.
(6) All relevant information, documents, and notifications disclosed or transmitted by Tsinghua University to applicants through official websites, telephone, or email shall be deemed effectively delivered. Applicants shall bear full responsibility for any consequences arising from personal negligence or other reasons attributable to them.
8. Review and Admission Notice
Admissions decisions are rendered upon successful review of application materials by the Undergraduate Academic Affairs Office and the Admission Committee of the department concerned. The applicants may inquire for admission status via the On-line Application System on the website of Tsinghua.
Once approved, the Admission Notice, Digital Visa Application Form for Study in China (JW202), Foreigner Physical Examination Form, and Instructions of Tsinghua University Foreign Student Dormitory Application System will be issued in early January for Spring Semester Program or early July for Fall Semester Program.
*Note: According to the Chinese Ministry of Education, the physical visa application form JW202/201 has been no longer issued since 2024. Students are required to download the form themselves by the link in the email sent from the office mailbox of "Study in China" (@studyinchina.edu.cn).
9. Visa Application and Admission Registration
The admitted students should bring their private ordinary passport, Admission Notice, Visa Application Form for Study in China (JW202), the Form of Physical Examination Record for Foreigners and Blood Test Record to the Embassy or Consulate of the People’s Republic of China and apply for a student visa. The students shall come to International Students & Scholar Centre (ISSC), Tsinghua University for admission registration during the registration time indicated on the Admission Notice. The X1 visa holders have to apply for a Residence Permit within 30 days after arriving in China.
Details of visa application view at https://is.tsinghua.edu.cn/asdfasdf/vp.htm, more information please inquire from iso-nondegree@tsinghua.edu.cn.
10. Scholarship
Presently, scholarships accepted by Tsinghua University's international non-degree programs primarily include:
□ Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS): Two categories of students in this program are accepted that are “Type A” and “Type B” (China Link)”. The full scholarship typically covers tuition fees, accommodation costs, allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance. The partial scholarship only covers one or several items of the full Scholarship. All CGS recipients for more than one year are required to undergo a mandatory annual review.
□ China Studies Program (CSP): Only one category of students in this program is accepted that is “Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship (Senior Visiting Student)”. The full scholarship typically covers tuition fees, accommodation costs, allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance. Scholarship recipients are required to submit an annual progress plan for their academic cultivation.
For detailed information regarding scholarships, please refer to the attachement “Scholarship Overview”.
* Tsinghua University does not currently issue pre-admission notices for its international non-degree programs owing to the inability to predetermine final admission outcomes.
Note: Applicants have to keep the consistency on Major, Study Period, and Student Category in both THU non-degree application system and the scholarship application system. Otherwise, the application will not be approved.
11. Accommodation Reservation
Due to the limitation of dormitory capacity, on-campus rooms can only be reserved for those who have successfully applied on line through the “Tsinghua University Foreign Student Dormitory Application System”. Tsinghua University offers two different types of rooms to international students: AB Room (Shared bathroom/toilet), and Double Room (Public bathroom and toilet). Specific details shall be subject to the official announcements issued by the Student Community Management Services Center.
*The accommodation for recipients of the CGS full scholarship is pre-allocated by the university; however, students are still required to complete the online booking process personally.
Students who fail in applying for the dorm need to find the accommodation off campus by themselves.
For comprehensive details regarding campus life, accommodation options, student activities, and visa application procedures at Tsinghua University, please visit the official website at http://is.tsinghua.edu.cn .
12. Costs (Unit: RMB Yuan)
Application Fee: ¥ 400
Tuition Standards: Please check in the attachement "Fees Schedule".
Accidental Injury and Hospitalization Insurance: ¥ 800/year
Accommodation: ¥ 40/bed/day per person for double rooms, ¥30/bed/day per person for triple rooms.
*For accommodation on Tsinghua Shenzhen campus, please consult the Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School
13．Contact Information
☆ Programme Admission and Academic Affairs
Non-Degree Education Office
Room B431-1, Lee Shau Kee Science and Technology Building, Tsinghua University
Beijing 100084
P. R. China
Tel: +86-10-62773508
Email: visiting@tsinghua.edu.cn
☆ Visa, Campus Service, and Emergencies
International Students and Scholar Centre
No.21, Zijing Apartment Building, Tsinghua University
Beijing 100084
P. R. China
Tel: +86-10-62770992
Email: iso-nondegree@tsinghua.edu.cn
☆ Student Dormitory
Tel: +86-10-62793006
Email: gaopei@tsinghua.edu.cn