Peking University — Programs, Costs & Admission for International Students

Why students pick it

Academic prestige

Consistently ranked China #1–2 and top-15 worldwide (QS). A degree here opens doors in academia, policy and multinational careers alike.

Humanities & sciences depth

Unmatched breadth: economics, law, international relations, Chinese language, mathematics and life sciences are flagship strengths.

Research access

State-key laboratories across disciplines with CSC-funded research openings for master's and PhD applicants.

The Weiming Lake campus

A former imperial garden — Yan Yuan is arguably the most beautiful campus in China, minutes from Haidian's tech corridor.

Programmes international students take

Chinese Language & Culture (Chinese-taught, HSK track)
Economics & Management (English-taught master's)
International Relations (English-taught master's)
Computer Science & AI (research tracks)
MBBS (MOE-listed English-medium, limited seats)
PhD programmes (CSC-funded, supervisor-led)

Peking University (Bei Da) anchors the Haidian academic district in northwest Beijing. For international students it offers the country’s deepest bench of English-taught master’s programmes in economics, policy and China studies, and research doctoral work across the sciences. Campus life centres on Weiming Lake and the surrounding imperial-era gardens.

Who we place here: high-performing applicants targeting master’s/PhD tracks, CSC candidates with strong study plans, and language students aiming for the top HSK bands.

Asked about Peking University

How hard is admission to Peking University as an international student?

Very. Undergraduate admission is exam/interview based with tiny quotas; master's and PhD entry is realistic for strong profiles, especially with a compelling study plan and, for research degrees, prior supervisor contact.

Does Peking University offer CSC scholarships?

Yes, Peking is a CSC-designated university for both Type A and Type B applications, plus university-run scholarships (Yenching for select master's programmes among others).