

Nantong University

Nantong University is a public comprehensive university located in Nantong City, Jiangsu Province, China, with a history dating back to 1912 when it was originally founded by Zhang Jian, a well-known industrialist and educator. The modern university was established in 2004 through the merger of several institutions, bringing together strengths in medicine, engineering, and teacher education. Today, it is a multidisciplinary institution that offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across fields such as medicine, engineering, science, economics, management, law, education, and the humanities. The university is particularly recognized for its clinical medicine (MBBS) program, which is offered in English for international students, along with various other programs that support global education. It has multiple campuses equipped with modern classrooms, laboratories, libraries, student housing, and research facilities, creating a conducive environment for both academic and extracurricular activities. Nantong University also maintains collaborations with international universities and institutions, supporting academic exchange and research partnerships. Overall, it is regarded as a mid-ranked but reputable university in China, known for its practical education approach, diverse academic offerings, and accessibility for international students.
- Official academic records
- Financial statement and certificate
- Statement of purpose
- Letter of recommendation
- Copy of passport
- Curriculum vitae
- Valid Passport
- Academic Transcripts: High school for bachelor's, bachelor's degree for master's, etc.
- English/Chinese Language Proficiency:
- For English-taught programs: IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL 80+ (some accept Duolingo)
- For Chinese-taught programs: HSK 4 for bachelor's, HSK 5 or 6 for master's
- Recommendation Letters (2 required for master's and PhD)
- Personal Statement / Study Plan
- Resume/CV
- Medical Examination Form (Foreigner Physical Examination)
- Non-criminal Record
- Completed online application (via university portal or CSC/Study in China platforms)
- Application Fee (varies: typically 400–800 RMB)
- Diploma/Language: $1,500 – $3,000
- Bachelor's: $2,000 – $5,000
- Master's: $3,000 – $7,000
- MBA / Medicine: $5,000 – $10,000
- Students on X1 visa (for over 180 days) may apply for part-time work after university approval
- You must get your residence permit marked with "part-time work allowed"
- Allowed to work no more than 8 hours/week during study; full-time in holidays may be permitted
- Working without approval is illegal and may lead to visa cancellation


