Chongqing University is a national famed comprehensive key university in China , directly under the Ministry of Education, also a university listed among the group of "211 Project" and "985 Project" universities, gaining preferential support in their construction and development from the Central Government of China.

Founded in October 1929, and on May 31, 2000 , Chongqing University merged with Chongqing Jianzhu University and Chongqing Architectural College , forming a new Chongqing University . In maintaining its previous disciplinary advantage in mechanical and electrical engineering, energy, material science, information technology, bioengineering and business administration, the merger upgrades the new Chongqing University's academic status in the fields of architecture, civil engineering and environmental protection, At present, Chongqing University runs 26 colleges or faculties, plus a Graduate School, the College of Continuing Education, and the College of Networking Education. The university now has a total enrollment of 57,472 students of various types, among which 12,000 are master and doctor degree candidates.

Chongqing University has established inter-school exchange links with 32 institutions of higher education in 13 countries such as the U.S, Japan , France , Germany , Canada , South Korea , Russia , etc. Since 1970s, Chongqing University has started to receive self-supported overseas students. It is a university specified by the Ministry of Education to receive overseas students who are granted the Chinese Government Scholarship in the mean time. Currently, there are more than 200 international students enrolled to Chongqing University for study, doing PhD degrees, or Master's degrees, or bachelor's degrees, or just studying Chinese language. These students come from more than 30 countries in the world, including South Korea , Thailand , the U.S, Russia , Vietnam , Syria , Ghana , Yemen , Iraq and so on. In order to attract more foreign students to study here, Chongqing University offers officially enrolled foreign students a free basic medical insurance worth of 600 yuan RMB. Meanwhile, Chongqing University has also established "Chongqing University Foreign Students Scholarship" for excellent foreign students.

Programs

Chongqing University offers a wide range of programs covering diverse disciplines such as philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, sciences, engineering, pharmacy and management. At present, Chongqing University offers 82 undergraduate programs, 182 master programs and 60 doctoral programs. Many subjects can be instructed bilingually. A few courses can be instructed in English. Currently, Chinese language, Chinese literature, economics, law, management, architecture, mechanical engineering, telecommunication engineering, environmental engineering, and urban planning and etc are favorite specialties of international students.

Living Facilities and Environment

Chongqing University is located in the city of Chongqing , the youngest municipality directly under the Chinese Central Government, also the center for economy, culture and transport in the South of China. With the surging Jialing River flowing to its east, the towering Gele Mountain standing on its north, the campuses of Chongqing University provides a beautiful and comfortable learning environment. The university has four campuses and very good facilities, such as library, stadium, swimming pool, basketball ground, and tennis court. Dormitories for international students have been furnished with public kitchen, laundry, gym facilities, and etc. Often-used electrical appliances such as telephones, TV sets and air conditioners as well as network access, desks, bookcases, separate toilets and showers have been equipped in each room.

Room Fee: 650-900RMB/per month per room

Contact us

International Student Office

Office of International Cooperation and Exchange

Chongqing University

174 Shazheng Street , Shapingba District, Chongqing 400044

P.R China

Tel: 0086-23-65102964, 65111066, 65106177

Fax: 0086-23-65106656

E-mail: admissions@cqu.edu.cn , or rexgao@cqu.edu.cn , or ychen@cqu.edu.cn

Website: http://www.cqu.edu.cn