Welcome to NPU!

At NPU, we actively recruit outstanding international students and cultivate them in all aspects to become future scholars, entrepreneurs and global leaders.

1.Duration and Degree

Time: 4 years

Degree: Bachelor Degree

Major list is attached below.

2.Application Timeline

First batch: November 1, 2024, to February 15, 2025

Second batch: February 16, 2025, to March 15, 2025 （Computer Science closes on March 15）

Third batch: March 16, 2025, to April 15, 2025（Business Administration closes on April 15）

Fourth batch: April 16, 2025, to May 15, 2025

*September intake only.

3.Qualifications

(1)Good physical and mental health (no infectious or contagious diseases and no physical or mental disorders that could interfere with regular study).

(2)Applicants should be under 25 by September 1st, 2025.

(3)Applicants should hold a high school diploma by September 1st, 2025.

(4)Applicants should be competent in performing scientific research and maintain a good academic grade level. The requirement for previous academic grade level is an average score of 75% and above. NPU accepts international standardized tests such as SAT/ACT/A-Level/AP/IB/GED or regional high school graduation examination. Applicants may provide other certificates as proof for academic performance.

(5)Language

Applicants should have Chinese or English language proficiency that meets the requirement.

(6)Nationality

Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with valid passports.  For the applicants who used to be Chinese citizens, they must acquire a foreign nationality and cancel Chinese nationality before April 30, 2021 and have a record of actual foreign residency for more than 2 years from April 30, 2021 to April 30, 2025 (record of actual foreign residency for 9 months in a year can be counted as one year, referring to the entry and exit date signatures).

Applicants whose one or both parents are Chinese citizens must provide one of the following supporting documents:

(1)The certificate proving that the applicant obtained his/hers foreign nationality at birth;

(2) For applicants who used to be Chinese citizens but later immigrated to other countries, these applicants shall provide the certificates of cancellation of Chinese nationality.  

4.Application Materials

(1) A copy of the personal information page of your valid passport. Applicants currently residing in mainland China must also provide a scanned copy of the currently valid visa page or residence permit page.

(2) A copy of high school diploma (or graduation certificate) and all transcripts. It should be the original documents or be notarized.

(3) Personal statement (base on given template) and CV.

(4) Chinese or English language certificate.

Under these circumstance, Language Certificate is not needed:

- Applicants who are Chinese native speakers and applying for Chinese medium courses.

- Applicants who are English native speakers and applying for English medium courses.

(5) Non-criminal record (valid for six months).

(6) Officially certified awards, scientific research achievements (if any).

(7) Copy of "Physical Examination Form for Foreigners" (valid for six months);

(8) As of September 1st, 2025, minor applicants under the age of 18 must provide Guardian Guarantee Letter (base on given template).

(9) Personal or parents' Bank statements of the last six months (at least 5000USD in balance).

(10) Other supplementary materials required.

Note:

1) For the list of English-speaking countries, please refer to the official website of NPU International College:   英语为母语的国家信息 English as Native Language List.pdf

2) All the above application materials must be in English or Chinese. Notarized English or Chinese translations is required if materials are in other languages.

5.How to Apply

Step 1 – Documents Preparation

Applicants must meet all requirements and prepare application materials accordingly.

Step 2 – Complete online application

Create an account and log into the NPU online application portal at (http://admission.nwpu.edu.cn/ ) to complete the application.

I.The NPU online application portal is the only acceptable application gate. After completing the application, a non-refundable fee (600 RMB/ about 100 USD) must be paid to validate the application.

II.A valid e-mail address should be used to register for the online application system. The Admissions Office will send application results and notifications to this e-mail address.

III.Applicants should upload required documents before deadline.

Step 3 - Application Materials Review

1. The Admissions Office will review the authenticity of materials.

2. Academic schools will review the applicants’ academic competency. The review process takes approximately ten working days. All qualified applicants will be invited for a follow-up examination and interview.

3. Applicants need to pay attention to the review status on the application system, and their e-mail promptly as well for process and feedback.

Step 4 – Examination/ Interview

1.Qualified applicants will receive e-mail notifications regarding the examination and interview method, content and time. Applicants should attend the examination or interview according to specified instructions.

2.The Admissions office will announce the results via e-mail a week after the examination or interview.

Step 5 – Registration Deposit

Pre-admitted students must pay the registration deposit.

* Students with First and Second Prize Scholarship need to pay 2000RMB; (This will be refunded around the November-December of the academic year after on-site registration.)

Third Prize and Self-funded students need to pay 50% tuition fee in advance.

Methods of Payment

I.Online payment

Applicants pay the fee via the online application system. Recommended method.

II. Local bank or online wire transfer

After payment complete, applicants need to upload the wire-transfer receipts or proof of payment vouchers in the application system. The applicant's passport numbers must be indicated on the receipts or payment vouchers. For the bank account details, kindly refer to the official website of NPU International College.

Step 6 - Issue Admission Documents

After payment confirmation, Admissions Office will send digital version of Admission notice and JW202 to admitted students via email.

Step 7 - Registration

1.Admitted students must complete online and offline registration processes at the Admissions Office before deadline. Usually around late August to early September, 2025.

2.Admitted candidates should go to Chinese embassies (consulates) abroad to apply for study (X1) visa with passport, Admission Notice and "Visa Application Form for Studying in China."

Original Documents needed for registration:

6. Expense

(1) Standard

(2) Payment method

For the application stage: fees can be paid in the application portal or to be processed by wire transfer.

The transfer receipt is absolutely required and needs to be uploaded to the application portal. The verification usually takes 1 or 2 working days.

For the registration stage: tuition fees and accommodation fees can be received by wire transfer or on-site payment.

Details of official accounts:

For domestic Remittance

NAME: NORTHWESTERN POLYTECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

ADDRESS: 127 YOUYI XILU, XI’AN SHAANXI, P.R. CHINA

BANK NAME: THE INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL BANK OF CHINA SHAANXI BRANCH

BANK ACCOUNT: 3700117319200004172

BANK ADDRESS: NO.1 GAOXIN ROAD XI’AN CHINA

For overseas Remittance (only accept USD)

Name: NORTHWESTERN POLYTECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

Account Number : 102010169938

Address: 127 YOUYI XILU, XI’AN 710072 SHAANXI PROVINCE P.R.CHINA

Beneficiary Bank : NPU SUB-BRANCH BANK OF CHINA

Bank address:First Floor, Innovation And Technology Building ,No.127 You Yi Road, Xi’an China

SWIFTCODE: BKCHCNBJ620

*If you wish to do a wire transfer, please note that we do not take responsibility for any delays or transactions in the remittance.

Any wrong inputs may lead to the failure of the transaction. We request that you take special attention to our account details.

7. Scholarship

(1)Scholarship Details

*All scholarship winners must pass an annual review. The level of scholarship will be adjusted according to their academic performance.

*Applicants who meet the requirements are recommended to apply to the local government or Chinese Embassy. Please contact the local relevant institutes or Chinese Embassy to confirm the eligibility requirements, agency number, and program type for applying for the scholarship.

Additional contact information can be found on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China at https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/web/.

*Xi’an Belt and Road International Students Scholarship is only given in the first year.

(2)Scholarship Results

(I) University will process about four batches of applicant selections based on the application order. Applicants will receive the result announcement via registered email. Early applicants will be given merit-based priority.

(II) If awarded, applicants will receive only one scholarship funded by either the Chinese government or NPU.

(III) After being admitted by NPU, applicants will not be able to change their programs, majors, learning language, or study period. Consideration for any special circumstances may require additional approvals from the university.

8. Process Supervision

(1) The whole process of selection and admission will be strictly regulated by the university and follows the principle of openness, fairness, and academic integrity.

(2) Any dishonesty during the selection and admission process will lead to admission or studentship cancellation.

(3) Any other violations will be dealt with in accordance with the relevant regulations of the Ministry of Education. Supervision contact: 86-29-88492964; icoffice@nwpu.edu.cn

9. Contact Us

Admissions Office,International College,Northwestern Polytechnical University

Address: Office 715, Yi Zi Building,No.127,Youyi West Road,Beilin District, Xi’an,Shaanxi Province

Postcode: 710072

Tel：86-29-88494381

Email：admission@nwpu.edu.cn(UG program)

Application portal

Consulting WeChat：studyatnpu

Official WeChat of NPU International College: NPUINTL

Ins: npuinternationalcollege

Facebook: NPU Admissions

Twitter: NpUintl

Linkedin: npu Internatonal College

*Tips:

All dates mentioned above are Beijing Time.

Any update will be posted at NPU International College website.

The Admissions Office of NPU International College reserves the right of final interpretation of this guide.

Appendix:

2025 NPU Undergraduate Programs for International Students