It was originally established in 1911 under the name “Tsinghua College” and had been renamed several times since then: from “Tsinghua School” which was used one year after its establishment, to “National Tsinghua University” which was adopted three years after the foundation of its university section in 1925.

The university is one of the nine tertiary institutions in the C9 League and, along with Peking University, is frequently regarded the top university in mainland China by most national and international rankings. With a motto of Self-Discipline and Social Commitment, Tsinghua University describes itself as being dedicated to academic excellence, the well-being of Chinese society and to global development.

The applicant can only apply for one semester when applying online. Students who wish to continue their study for next semester apply in the middle of the semester, pay tuition fees and extend visa in Beijing. Students will receive a completion certificate and transcript if they meet the requirement of enrollment, examination, and attendance when they finish the study. Tsinghua University provides students with IC cards to access university resources such as libraries, canteens, sports facilities, campus networks, etc. The application fee for this program is 60 USD (400 RMB). China Admissions charges a $100 USD service fee to process your application.

Applicants need to suffice the requirements as below:

• (1) foreigners holding non-Chinese nationalities and aged between 18-55
• (2) in good moral character and in good health
• (3) is willing to respect and follow local laws and regulations
• (4) is currently following a bachelor program (or equivalent) or has obtained bachelor degree by the time of applying

The courses are delivered by instructors from the International Chinese Language and Culture Centre (ICLCC), Tsinghua University.

The mandatory courses are 4 class hours per day, Monday through Friday. In order to accurately assess the Chinese proficiency of students, ICLCC arranges a placement test at the beginning of each semester. Students will then be assigned to an appropriate level (8 levels from elementary to advanced) in accordance with their Chinese proficiencies. The curriculum of the program includes the following courses: Speaking, Listening, Comprehensive Chinese, Extensive Reading, Writing, Comprehensive Chinese & Discussion, Advanced Required Electives.

Advanced elective courses are only for the students of advanced level classes, including Chinese Culture, upper-level Business Chinese, lower-level Business Chinese, Classical Chinese, Chinese Grammar and Advanced Listening Comprehension. ICLCC also offers open elective courses (pay extra fees). Open elective courses include Intermediate Business Chinese, Chinese Character, Chinese Pronunciation, Chinese Calligraphy, Chinese Songs, HSK Intensive Studies, Chinese Idioms, and Chinese Er-hu, etc

Tsinghua University is located in the North West of Beijing in the University District (Haidian District). The campus is in between Peking University and Wudaokou which is the centre of the University District. 

Tsinghua University is well known for its beautiful campus with lakes and greenery and beautiful buildings, it is located on the former site of Qing Dynasty royal gardens and retains Chinese-style landscaping as well as traditional buildings, but many of its buildings are also in the Western-style, reflecting the American influence in its history. Along with its rival and neighbor the Peking University, it is known throughout China and the wider world for having one of the most beautiful campuses. Tsinghua University’s campus was named one of the most beautiful college campuses in the world by a panel of architects and campus designers in Forbes in 2010; it was the only university in Asia on the list.

Campus Life:

Tsinghua campus is large with many facilities including high quality sports facilities, swimming pool, library. It is also located close to Wudaokou which is the center of the student district in Beijing and has many international restaurants and bars.

Student Associations:

International students are encouraged to participate in various extracurricular activities and join the student associations of the University. International students office also organizes extracurricular activities for international students, including welcome party for new students, New Year’s party, graduation party, tourist visits to Chinese cultural and historical destinations, sports competitions, etc.

Tsinghua University has more than 110 student associations covering five domains: science and technology, physical training, humanities, arts and public welfare. To name a few: the Students’ Performing Arts Club, Zijing Volunteer Service, Students’ Association of Science & Technology, Photography Association, Foreign Languages Association, Association of Student International Communication (ASIC), etc.

Accommodation:

Located in the north of Tsinghua University, Zijing Apartments (紫荆公寓) is the most modernised student dormitory in China and the largest, able to accommodate 22,400 students. Zijing comprises 26 blocks, with 23 buildings ranging from 7 to 15 stories. The total construction area amounts to 350,000 m2 (3,800,000 sq ft). The cost for the apartments are below.  New students should apply at the reception desk of Zijin Building 19.