University profile

Northeast Normal University

A Double First-Class university in Changchun with major strengths in education, psychology, Chinese language, humanities, sciences, geography, and teacher training.

Partially verifiedChina, china软科中国排名 48

This school is currently a baseline international-student directory record. Program, tuition, website, housing, and requirements should be verified with the university admissions office. Source checked: 2026-06-01.

School information

Founded Year

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Website

https://www.nenu.edu.cn/

International Students

Accepts international students

City

China

Data confidence

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Ranking

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Founded

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Website

Available

Tuition

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Reviews

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Official application guide

Structured from the university's undergraduate application guide to help students compare ranking, cost, language, and application path quickly.

Source

Admission Guidelines for Bachelor's Programs for International Students of Northeast Normal University 2026-2027

Official 2026-2027 bachelor's guide

Application system

Ranking and academic highlights

A major national teacher-education and research university with strengths in education, psychology, Chinese language, humanities, sciences, and geography.
Offers Chinese Government Scholarship, International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship, and a full NENU Presidential Scholarship for outstanding new students.

Cost snapshot

application: CNY 400
tuition: Humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences: CNY 16,000/year; arts and physical education: CNY 19,600/year.
insurance: CNY 800/year
accommodation: Single room: CNY 40/day; meals are estimated at CNY 1,000-1,500/month.

International graduate admissions file

Northeast Normal University is a normal university strong in education and basic disciplines in Changchun. In the SilkStudy China top-50 graduate track, it is especially worth checking for master's and doctoral applicants interested in education, Chinese language, psychology, life sciences, scholarship fit, supervisor match and realistic admission probability.

Admission levels

Master's degree programs for international studentsDoctoral degree programs for international studentsResearch, visiting or exchange study where offeredChinese language bridge route when the target program is Chinese-taught

Counselor note

For master's applicants, compare program language, scholarship quota and employability. For doctoral applicants, start with supervisor fit, research proposal quality and funding route, then verify the current official prospectus.

English-taught and international programs

education and related master's / doctoral programs
Chinese language and interdisciplinary graduate research where offered
psychology or China-focused programs subject to the annual catalog
English-taught options, joint institutes and professional degrees must be checked against the current program list

Common application materials

Valid passport information page and recent ID photo
Highest diploma or expected graduation certificate, plus full academic transcripts
Master's applicants usually prepare two recommendation letters; doctoral applicants should also prepare a research proposal and supervisor-fit materials
Language proof: HSK for Chinese-taught programs, or IELTS / TOEFL / prior English-medium proof for English-taught programs
Physical examination form, no-criminal-record certificate and financial or scholarship documents where required
Portfolio, writing sample, publication list, supervisor acceptance or interview materials when required by the school or department

Language and academic requirements

Chinese-taught master's and doctoral programs normally require HSK; many top universities ask for higher levels by discipline.
English-taught programs normally require IELTS, TOEFL or accepted proof of previous English-medium education.
Doctoral admission is strongly affected by research fit, supervisor capacity, publications or research potential, not only GPA.
Medical, law, finance, architecture, design and MBA-type programs may have extra professional requirements.

Application timeline

Autumn-intake graduate applications often open from the previous October to the following spring.
CSC and high-coverage scholarship tracks usually close earlier than self-funded applications.
Doctoral applicants should contact potential supervisors and prepare research materials before the deadline window.
After admission, plan JW form, visa, insurance, housing and registration backward from September enrollment.

Cost snapshot

application: Application fee varies by university and annual notice, commonly around CNY 400-800 for graduate applications.
tuition: Graduate tuition varies by degree, discipline and language route. Professional degrees, medicine, MBA and English-taught programs can be higher.
accommodation: Dormitory availability and room fees vary by campus and room type; confirm before accepting admission.
insurance: International students normally need approved medical insurance, often around CNY 800/year.
livingCost: Reference living cost: about CNY 2,000-4,500/month, depending on city, campus and housing choice.

Scholarship routes

Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), where the university is an eligible host or pathway
Northeast Normal University university-level scholarship opportunities, subject to annual quota and review
Provincial or municipal scholarship routes where available

Student-life highlights

Changchun gives graduate students access to university labs, libraries, academic seminars and Chinese-language practice in daily life.

Northeast Normal University's China ranking reference is 48; use it together with discipline strength, supervisor fit and scholarship coverage instead of ranking alone.

SilkStudy can help students compare full-scholarship, partial-scholarship and low-cost routes before choosing a final application list.

SilkStudy top-50 China graduate admissions prospectus layer, organized from 2026 China ranking scope and official annual graduate-admission verification workflow. Always verify the current university notice before submission.

Majors and degree programs

Bachelor, Master, PhD, and language-program data will continue to be expanded through the CMS.

EducationChinese LanguageComputer SciencePhysics

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Tuition and living cost

Tuition

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Dormitory

To verify

City living cost

$650-$1,200/month

Living, travel, and careers around campus

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Nearby housing and daily life

China living and campus-neighborhood details are pending editorial verification.

Food and daily rhythm

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Tourism and weekends

China travel and city context will be added in the next data enrichment pass.

Internships and careers

Internship and career information depends on China industry links, major choice, language ability, and university partnerships.

Transport and safety

Transport and safety details should be checked against the latest university and city guidance.

Why students choose this destination

A real study-abroad decision combines the school, city, cost, travel experience, and career access.

Living cost

To verify

China's living cost affects budget, housing choice, and scholarship pressure.

Travel appeal

City context pending

China travel and city context will be added in the next data enrichment pass.

Career access

Education / Chinese Language

Internship and career information depends on China industry links, major choice, language ability, and university partnerships.

Youth lifestyle

Campus life

A strong study destination is not only classrooms; it should help students explore the city, meet people, and build real memories of China.

Scholarship programs

CSC

Chinese Government Scholarship

Competition: Very high

Coverage

Usually the strongest route: may include tuition waiver, accommodation subsidy, monthly stipend, and medical insurance depending on degree level and annual rules.

Eligibility

Strong academics, complete documents, suitable major, age and degree eligibility, language readiness, and official nomination or university review.

Renewal

Normally reviewed yearly by academic performance, attendance, conduct, and scholarship regulations.

Best for

Applicants with strong grades, clear study plan, complete documents, and enough time before the deadline.

CSC availability differs by school, degree, major, country channel, and year. Always verify the exact Type A / Type B route.

University

University Scholarship

Competition: Medium

Coverage

Usually a school-level tuition waiver, merit award, or partial scholarship. Some universities offer full or high-value freshman awards.

Eligibility

Academic merit, language readiness, application quality, interview result, and program fit.

Renewal

Usually based on yearly academic performance and conduct. Some awards are only for the first year.

Best for

Most bachelor and self-funded applicants because it is often the most practical route to reduce tuition pressure.

University scholarships are often easier to combine with a lower-cost city strategy, but exact coverage must be verified by program.

Application requirements

Eligibility

Non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health with strong academic performance and conduct. Bachelor applicants must be aged 18-25 and hold a high school diploma or equivalent. All bachelor applicants must take the CSCA; Chinese Language applicants with HSK 4 score 180 or above are exempt from Humanities Chinese.

Language

Language requirements vary by major and must be checked in the 2026 bachelor program catalog. Applicants should submit valid language proof; Malaysian Independent Chinese Secondary School applicants are exempt from Chinese proof.

Application path

Apply by June 22, 2026 through studyatnenu.nenu.edu.cn or nenu.17gz.org. Pay the CNY 400 application fee online. Submit passport, diploma, transcripts, CSCA report, language proof, a study plan of at least 600 words, physical examination, and no-criminal-record certificate. Complete academic review and online interview; final results are issued by email before July 2026.

Program notes

Application deadline: June 22, 2026. The NENU Presidential Scholarship for Outstanding International Students is a full scholarship awarded after comprehensive evaluation. Admission notices and JW202 forms are issued after final review.

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International graduate admissions file