Changchun, Jilin · Founded 1946 · Project 985 · Project 211 · Double First Class
Jilin University 吉林大学
Jilin University in Changchun is one of China's largest universities, formed by the 2000 merger of five institutions. It is the country's leading centre for automotive engineering, and also strong in chemistry, law and geology.
Overview
Jilin University in Changchun is one of China's largest universities, formed by the 2000 merger of five institutions. It is the country's leading centre for automotive engineering, and also strong in chemistry, law and geology.
JLU's automotive engineering programme was created with support from the First Automobile Works (FAW), China's first carmaker, which is headquartered in Changchun — giving students unusual access to China's automotive industry.
History
JLU was founded in 1946 in Harbin as the Northeast Administrative College, then moved to Changchun in 1946 and became a comprehensive university in 1958. It was a national key university from the outset of the 1959 designation.
In 2000 JLU merged with Jilin University of Technology, Norman Bethune University of Medical Sciences, Changchun University of Science and Technology and Changchun Institute of Posts and Telecommunications. The medical school is named after Norman Bethune, the Canadian physician who served in China.
JLU is a Project 985 and Double First Class university, and its six campuses make it one of the largest universities in China by physical area and enrolment.
World rankings, 2017–2026
| Edition | QS | ARWU | THE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 491 | 301–400 | 801–1000 |
| 2018 | 501 | 301–400 | 801–1000 |
| 2019 | 484 | 201–300 | 601–800 |
| 2020 | 468 | 201–300 | 601–800 |
| 2021 | 463 | 201–300 | 501–600 |
| 2022 | 501 | 151–200 | 451–500 |
| 2023 | 497 | 151–200 | 401–500 |
| 2024 | 512 | 151–200 | 351–400 |
| 2025 | 497 | 151–200 | 301–350 |
| 2026 | 486 | 151–200 | 301–350 |
Compilations such as this one can lag a publisher's revisions; verify the current figure at source.
Campuses
| Campus | Location | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Qianwei Campus (Main) | 2699 Qianjin Street, Changchun, Jilin | Main campus; most schools and international student services. |
| Nanhu Campus | Changchun | Engineering, communications and applied technology. |
| Xinmin Campus (Medical) | Changchun | Norman Bethune Health Science Center and its teaching hospitals. |
| Chaoyang Campus | Changchun | Geology, earth sciences and surveying. |
Faculty and research
Jilin University employs around 6,600 academic staff, including about 10 members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering. 10 national academy members. The College of Automotive Engineering and the State Key Laboratory of Automotive Simulation and Control supervise international graduate students.
Discipline strength
| Discipline | National grade | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive Engineering | A+ | China's leading automotive engineering school; directly linked to FAW and the national vehicle industry. |
| Chemistry | A+ | Superhard materials and inorganic synthesis; strong ties to the Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry. |
| Law | A+ | One of China's largest and most influential law schools. |
| Geology & Mineral Resources | A | Petroleum geology and mineral exploration. |
| Clinical Medicine | A | Norman Bethune Health Science Center. |
| Mechanical Engineering | A | Vehicle engineering and manufacturing. |
| Political Science | A | Public administration and international politics. |
| Veterinary Medicine | A | Animal science and zoonotic disease research. |
Grades follow China's national discipline evaluation scheme (A+ is the highest). Consult the university for the most recent evaluation results.
Programmes open to international students
| Programme | Level | Language | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Engineering | Bachelor / Master | English | 4 / 3 years |
| Clinical Medicine (MBBS) | Bachelor | English | 6 years |
| International Economics and Trade | Bachelor | English | 4 years |
| Computer Science and Technology | Master | English | 3 years |
| Chinese Language Programme | Language | Chinese | 0.5–2 years |
Admissions, tuition and deadlines
Requirements
Bachelor: high school diploma, JLU entrance examination, HSK 5 or IELTS 6.0. Graduate: degree, transcripts, two references, study plan.
Deadlines and fees
Deadlines: Bachelor: December – April. Graduate: December – April.. Application fee: CNY 400. Tuition: CNY 18,000–24,000 per year for bachelor's; CNY 24,000–36,000 for master's; MBBS around CNY 50,000 per year.
Scholarships
Chinese Government Scholarship, Confucius Institute Scholarship, Jilin Provincial Government Scholarship, JLU President Scholarship.
Notable alumni
| Alumnus | Field | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Norman Bethune | Physician | The Canadian doctor the medical school is named after; symbol of international medical service in China. |
| Li Yuan | Engineer | Leading Chinese automotive engineer. |
| Zhang Xiqin | Chemist | Academician working on superhard materials. |
| Wang Zhongyu | Engineer | Alumnus and senior industrial administrator. |
Why students choose this university
- Best value automotive and mechanical engineering in China
- Direct recruitment pipeline to FAW and the northeast manufacturing belt
- Large, well-established international student services