Xi'an Jiaotong University
西安交通大学 · XJTU
Xi'an, Shaanxi · QS #291
QS Rank
#291
City
Xi'an
Founded
1896
Students
42,000+
Intl Students
2,800+
CSC Eligible
Yes — Type A & B
Tuition
$2,000–4,500/yr
Living Cost
$200–450/mo
Language
HSK 4+ (Chinese-taught) / IELTS 5.5+ (English-taught)
Deadline
April 15 (CSC) / June 30 (self-funded)
About Xi'an Jiaotong University
Xi'an Jiaotong University (XJTU) is the western pillar of the C9 League, originally relocated from Shanghai to Xi'an in 1956 as part of China's strategic development of the western region. This history gives XJTU a unique blend of Shanghai academic DNA and Xi'an's ancient cultural richness. The university excels in electrical engineering, energy systems, and mechanical engineering — its power engineering department is #1 in China. Xi'an itself is one of China's most fascinating cities — home to the Terracotta Warriors, ancient city walls, and the Muslim Quarter's legendary street food. The China Western Science and Technology Innovation Harbour (WCSTIH) is XJTU's massive new $2B campus, one of the most advanced in Asia.
Motto: "Loyalty, Trustworthiness, Diligence, Simplicity"
Programs Offered
Key Strengths
- #1 in Power/Energy Engineering in China
- $2B Innovation Harbour campus
- Strongest C9 school in western China
- Historical Shanghai academic pedigree
- Lowest competition among C9 for international students
Admission Tips
XJTU is one of the most accessible C9 universities for engineering students — generous CSC quotas, flexible requirements, and actively recruiting. Both Type A and Type B CSC available. Engineering and management programs are strengths. The Innovation Harbour campus is a major draw for research students. GPA: 2.8+/4.0 for Master's. Professors are particularly responsive to outreach.
Campus Life
Xi'an is one of China's most affordable and culturally rich cities. The Muslim Quarter offers some of the best street food in the country (lamb skewers, roujiamo burgers, biang biang noodles). The ancient city wall is bikeable. Winters are cold and dry; summers are hot. The new Innovation Harbour campus is ultra-modern with smart labs and international-standard housing. Monthly budget: ¥1,500–3,000. Xi'an also has direct flights to most Asian capitals.
Why Choose Xi'an Jiaotong University?
Very accessible C9 admission with generous quotas
Incredible ancient city with modern amenities
Best street food of any C9 city
Brand new $2B research campus
Strong engineering with real industry connections
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