Required Application Materials:
1. Personal statement
The personal statement should be completed directly in the application system.
2. Degree certificate and degree authentication
Master's degree program applicants should submit their Bachelor's degree certificate. The degree diploma awarded by overseas universities should be authenticated by Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange, Ministry of Education, P.R.China (CSCSE). The degree diploma awarded by universities of mainland China should be authenticated by Center for Student Services and Development, Ministry of Education, P.R.China (CSSD). (Applicants who have graduated are required to provide the degree authentication at the same time.)
3.Academic transcript
Master's degree program applicants should submit the academic transcript of their undergraduate study. If the uploaded transcript cannot directly show the total GPA score, the GPA certification document issued by the university is also required.
4. English proficiency certificate:
For non-native English speakers, TOEFL 85/ IELTS 6.5, or an official letter confirming that English was the medium of instruction in their bachelor’s studies. Those who intend to apply for scholarships (such as the Chinese Government Scholarship) must provide corresponding HSK score reports according to the requirements of the scholarship application.
5.Two academic recommendation letters
Academic Recommendation Letters from scholars who hold the title of associate professor or higher, or senior professionals in a related academic field. Please follow the instructions on the online system for submission of online recommendation letters or upload the recommendation letters signed by references.
6.Passport (personal ordinary-type passport):
Applicants should present bio page of personal ordinary-type passport. Applicant who holds personal ordinary-type passport and diplomatic visa in China should also provide the scanned copy of diplomatic visa page.
For detailed requirements, please refer to Tsinghua University’s 2026 Admission Guidelines for International Graduate Students: https://yz.tsinghua.edu.cn/en/Admissions/How_to_Apply.htm
Application Deadlines:
First round: Jan 15, 2026, 17:00 (Beijing time)
Second round: Mar 31, 2026, 17:00 (Beijing time)
The winter break of THU will be from Jan 22, 2026 to Feb 23, 2026. The application system will still be available during the winter break, but online verification might be delayed due to the vacation. Applicants are therefore recommended to complete their application at least two or three weeks in advance of the application deadline.
