Program Overview

Introduction to Sun Yat-sen University

Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) has an educational tradition spanning over 100 years, founded by Dr. Sun Yat-sen, a famous Chinese revolutionist. As a university directly affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China, SYSU has become a first-class modern comprehensive university, renowned both in China and in the world.

Enrollment Guidelines for International Students

Eligibility

1. Applicants shall be of non-Chinese nationality and hold a valid foreign passport.
2. Applicants shall maintain good health and satisfy the physical standards necessary for applying for a student visa or residence permit.
3. Applicants shall possess a high school diploma or its equivalent qualification as a minimum academic requirement.
4. Applicants shall demonstrate friendliness toward China, diligence in their studies, excellent academic performance, good moral character, and compliance with laws and regulations.
5. Language proficiency: Applicants shall possess an HSK (Level V) certificate with a score of 180 points or above.
6. Applicants under the age of 18 as of September 1, 2025, are required to submit a guardian's letter of assurance.

Application Deadline

The application deadline is April 25, 2025.

Application Procedure

Applicants shall visit the website of the Office of International Students' Affairs of Sun Yat-sen University, click on "APPLY ONLINE" to access the "International Student Management System", and then select "Account Registration" to create an individual account. After registration, applicants can log in via "Account Login" to re-enter the "International Student Management System". They shall then choose the International Students (Bachelor's Degree), and upload the following application documents accurately and completely as required:

• Valid ordinary passport and personal profile photo
• High school graduation certificate
• Proof of financial status
• Two Recommendation Letters
• Transcripts
• Chinese language proficiency certificate
• Plan of Study and Research in China
• Physical examination and blood test results
• Birth Certificate
• Documents certifying the nationality or household registration of the applicant and his/her parents

Majors and Divisions for International Students

Please refer to Table 1 for the divisions and majors available for International Students (Bachelor's Degree).

• School & Department
• Majors / Disciplinary categories
• Major requirements
• Years of study
• Instructing Language
• Campus

Selection Procedures

1. Qualification review: SYSU will review the applicant's foreign status, highest academic qualifications, recommendations, academic performance, Chinese language proficiency, and other supporting documents to finalize the assessment shortlist.
2. Assessment: Applications who pass the qualification review shall log into the SYSU application system to check the notice about the assessment method, location, and schedule and participate in the assessment as instructed in the notice.
3. Admission: SYSU will select applicants based on their qualification review and results of interview and examination.

Fees

1. Tuition Fee and Registration Fee (including necessary admission assessment fees)

• Majors
• Liberal Arts
• Natural Science, Engineering and Agricultural Science
• Medical Science

2. Comprehensive insurance for international students: RMB 800/person/academic year

Scholarship

Outstanding undergraduate international students will have access to various scholarships, including:

• Chinese Government Scholarship—Bilateral Program (Full or Partial Scholarship)
• Sun Yat-sen University 'Belt and Road' Scholarship Program
• Guangdong Government Outstanding International Student Scholarship

Regulations about Accommodation and Insurance

1. Due to the limited number of student dormitories on campus, self-funded students should handle accommodation by themselves.
2. SYSU implements an insurance system covering all international students.

International Student Management

1. Registration: Admitted students shall register on the specified date and location as indicated in the Admission Letter.
2. Responsibility for Submitted Materials: Applicants are responsible for the authenticity of their submitted materials.
3. Post-Admission Physical Examination and Eligibility Review: Sun Yat-sen University will conduct a physical examination and admission eligibility review for all enrolled students.

Supplementary Provisions

1. This guide applies to the admission process for International Students (Bachelor's Degree).
2. The SYSU Office of International Students' Affairs, under the authorization of the SYSU Undergraduate Admission Leading Group, is responsible for interpreting this guide.