PROGRAM PROFILE
The Chinese Preparatory Program (1+4 Program) is NUFE's flagship program offered to international applicants, which combines a one-year intensive Chinese language preparatory program and a four-year Bachelor's Degree program or a three-year Master's Degree program instructed in Chinese. This program is designed for overseas high school graduates or undergraduates who would like to learn the Chinese language and a business-related degree program instructed in Chinese. International students are scheduled to take intensive Chinese training in one academic year and must pass the HSK-4 / HSK-5 test. Having passed the interview and comprehensive selection organized by NUFE, qualified graduates can enter their preferred degree programs for further study.
For eligible graduates, available Bachelor's Degree programs are listed below:
Please note that the Business Administration program instructed in English (BBA) is a new option for Chinese Preparatory Program graduates. The BBA program is taught in English, so the HSK level is not mandatory for the graduates. However, we suggest that graduates who want to join the scholarship competition pass HSK tests like others, as HSK scores play an important part in scholarship assessment.
The availability of Bachelor's Degree programs is subject to change without notice. The available Master's Degree programs will be released in the 2025 Master's Degree Programs prospectus on our admission portal (https://english.nufe.edu.cn/Admission1/International_Student_Admission.htm) later.
TUITION FEE STANDARD
Preparatory Language Program: 13000 CNY/Academic Year
Bachelor's Degree Programs: 17000 CNY/Academic Year
Master's Degree Programs: 23000 CNY/Academic Year
Accommodation: twin room 4000 CNY/Academic Year(The dormitory is unavailable during winter and summer vacations for maintenance purposes.)
Mandatory Insurance: 600 CNY/Academic Year
Refundable Dormitory Deposit: 1000 CNY at check-in
Non-refundable Application Fee: 400 CNY. This application fee will offset the 400 CNY accommodation fee for the next academic year once you are admitted and have arrived at NUFE (see the application fee payment tutorial Application Fee Payment.pdf).
International students must also pay for textbooks, health checkups, visa applications, and residence permit applications after arrival. Some applicants recommended by NUFE's overseas admission partners may have favorable tuition fee discounts for the one-year preparatory language program. For more information, please consult our overseas admission partners.
ONE-YEAR PREPARATORY LANGUAGE PROGRAM (SEPTEMBER 2025--JUNE 2026)
The one-year Chinese preparatory language program starts in September 2025 and ends in June 2026. Qualified graduates are allowed to enter their Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree programs starting in September 2026, and some selected graduates will take 2nd-year language training.
The language program consists of two semesters, each lasting 18 weeks. Preparatory students are required to attend 20-25 class hours every week. Major courses include Comprehensive Chinese (6 class hours), Chinese Listening (6 class hours), Chinese Reading and Writing (6 class hours), and HSK Test Enhancement (3 class hours).
For course details, see the course description (partially listed): Course Descriptions for Chinese Preparatory Program.zip. For the course calendar, see the sample weekly calendar: Sample Calendar of Chinese Preparatory Program.pdf.
COMPREHENSIVE SELECTION AFTER THE PREPARATORY STAGE (LATE JUNE 2026)
In June 2026, NUFE will start a comprehensive selection, which reviews graduates' overall performance, including Chinese course results, HSK level, attendance rate, daily conduct, dorm discipline, and interview results. NUFE will select qualified graduates for degree programs and confirm tuition and scholarship conditions.
BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMS (SEPTEMBER 2026--JUNE 2030)
Qualified graduates will be approved to get admitted into 4-year Bachelor's Degree Programs, starting in September 2026 and ending in June 2030. Several graduates may take the 2nd year of language study; some may finish the study and leave NUFE. Qualified graduates with Bachelor's Degrees may get admitted into Master's Degree Programs.
For the syllabuses of Bachelor's Degree programs, please check the NUFE Bachelor's Degree Program Syllabuses 2020 (Chinese Version) 2020版培养方案.pdf. For the requirements for graduation and degree conferment, please check the NUFE Bachelor's Degree Program Graduation Requirements For International Students (Chinese Version) 南京财经大学外国留学生本科生培养方案基本要求.pdf and the NUFE Bachelor's Degree Conferment Requirements For International Students (Chinese Version) 南京财经大学外国留学生学士学位授予实施细则.pdf.
APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be non-Chinese nationals and in good health.
Applicants' passports will not expire in one year.
Applicants have to be less than 24 years old when applying.
Applicants must own a high school diploma or Level-3 (or higher) course certificate under the ISCED 2011 standard of UNESCO. Graduating applicants must obtain high school diplomas or higher degrees before the comprehensive selection (high school diploma for undergraduate programs and Bachelor's Degree for postgraduate programs); otherwise, they can't get admitted into degree programs after the language program.
The average remark of the corresponding study has to be 75 (out of 100) or 3 (out of 4), 3.5 (out of 5), or above.
Applicants must have sufficient financial support for their studies and life in China.
ACCOMMODATION
Most international student dorms are suites composed of 2-3 twin rooms on the Xianlin Campus, which means 4-6 students live in a suite (most are 2 twin rooms). Single rooms are not available. All the students who live on campus must obey NUFE's accommodation arrangement. For dorm details, please see http://english.nufe.edu.cn/info/1107/1461.htm.
SCHOLARSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Based on NUFE's performance-based scholarship system, newly admitted students in the Chinese Preparatory Program must self-support their language study. After the comprehensive selection, they can apply for scholarships for the first year in degree programs. NUFE's financial policy states that payment of tuition fees and the disbursement of scholarships are separate processes. Students who receive NUFE scholarships must pay their tuition fees at the beginning of the academic year before receiving the scholarship funds. Please see http://english.nufe.edu.cn/info/1105/1478.htm for the details of our scholarship system.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants should submit applications and required documents using NUFE's Online Application System. When you start your application in the system, please select "1+4 Preparatory Chinese Language Program" and then choose "1+4 Preparatory Chinese Language Program (Preppy)". NUFE Admission Officers will release admission updates and feedback in the system, so we suggest all applicants log into the system frequently and follow up on updates in time.
APPLICATION DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
1. Passport Personal Information Page
The expiration date has to be later than June 30, 2026.
2. Highest Diploma / Degree Obtained
Please submit the highest diploma / degree you have obtained. If you are a graduating student, please add a graduating certificate issued by your current school or institution indicating the expected time of graduation.
3. Academic Transcript
The transcript corresponds to your highest diploma / degree. If you are a graduating student, please add the transcript issued by your current school or institution.
4. Curriculum Vitae / Personal Resume
Please design your C.V. in your fashion and include your permanent contact information, education experiences, work/internship experiences, awards, etc.
5. Certificate of No-Criminal Conviction
Non-criminal records issued by local law enforcement authorities.
6. Foreigner Physical Examination Form
Please finish the required checkup terms set by the form and have the form stamped by the medical institution. The form template is accessible in the Online Application System.
7. Bank Statement
The balance or deposit should be more than 3,000 USD or equivalence.
8. Achievements, Merits, Awards, or Skill References (If Available)
If you have any previous achievements, awards, or skill certificates, please submit them.
9. Foreign Language Certificates (If Available)
Please submit your test reports if you have taken language tests like HSK, IELTS, or TOEFL.
10. Guardian Power of Attorney (for Minor Applicants Only)
If you are under 18 years old when applying, please submit the letter written by your guardians, which appoints an acting guardian in China with their IDs and signatures appended.
11. Study-in-China Relevant Documents (If Available)
If you have any study experience in China, please submit a corresponding transcript and graduation certificate issued by the Chinese university or institution.
12. Chinese Visas (If Available)
Please submit relevant visas or residence permits if you have visited or lived in China.
13. Employment Certificate (If Available)
If you have any jobs after graduation, please submit relevant employment certificates.
14. Additional Documents Required for Admissions
Our admission officers may require additional documents if necessary.
ADMISSIONS
The application period is from November 1, 2024, to June 15, 2025. Early bird admission is scheduled to be released in late January 2025, and the last batch will be released no later than June 30, 2025.
MISCELLANEOUS
As a secular university, NUFE doesn't permit religious activities on our campus. Halal meals are available in the canteen on the 2nd floor of the Dongyuan Dining Hall.
Please let our admission officers know if you have any archery expertise (Olympic recurve bow, compound bow, or traditional archery).
ADMISSION CONTACT
Contact our admission officers.
