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Sichuan University

四川大学 · SCU

Chengdu, Sichuan · QS #393

QS Rank

#393

City

Chengdu

Founded

1896

Students

70,000+

Intl Students

3,500+

CSC Eligible

Yes — Type A & B

Tuition

$2,000–4,500/yr

Living Cost

$200–400/mo

Language

HSK 4+ (Chinese-taught) / IELTS 5.5+ (English-taught)

Deadline

April 30 (CSC) / June 30 (self-funded)

About Sichuan University

Sichuan University is the biggest university in western China, sitting in Chengdu — regularly voted the most liveable and laid-back city in the country. SCU's West China Hospital is the largest single-site hospital in the world, and its dental school is ranked #1 in China. The university is massive (70,000+ students) with three campuses, offering an incredibly diverse range of programs. Chengdu's low cost of living, incredible Sichuan cuisine, giant panda sanctuaries, and vibrant nightlife make it a top destination for international students seeking quality education with an unmatched lifestyle.

Motto: "Vast Ocean, Boundless Learning"

Programs Offered

Stomatology (Dentistry)Clinical MedicinePolymer ScienceChinese Language & LiteratureComputer ScienceBiomedical EngineeringHistoryEconomics

Key Strengths

  • #1 Dentistry/Stomatology in China
  • West China Hospital — largest in the world
  • Chengdu — most liveable city in China
  • Giant panda sanctuaries nearby
  • Extremely affordable

Admission Tips

SCU is very accessible for international students with generous CSC quotas. The Chinese language programs are excellent for beginners. Dentistry is extremely competitive internationally but more accessible than you'd think for foreign applicants. GPA: 2.5+/4.0 for most programs.

Campus Life

Chengdu is paradise — Sichuan hotpot, tea houses, panda watching, and a famously relaxed pace of life. The city has an excellent metro system and is increasingly international. SCU's Wangjiang campus is along the Jinjiang River with beautiful bamboo groves. Budget: ¥1,500–3,000/month — one of the cheapest 985 cities.

Why Choose Sichuan University?

1

Most liveable city in China

2

Best dental school in the country

3

Extremely affordable living costs

4

Giant pandas!

5

Incredible food culture (Sichuan cuisine)

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