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Entry Requirements
1. Status
Applicants must be citizens of a country other than the People's Republic of China, hold a valid passport or citizenship certificate from their own countries for more than 4 years (inclusive), and have a record of actual residence outside of China for more than 2 years within the recent 4 years (before April 30 of the year of admission). Note that actual residence outside of China for more than 9 months in a year may be counted as 1 year, based on the dates of the entry and exit stamp on the passport.
Applicants must be in good physical and mental health, have no record of bad behaviour, and abide by China's laws.
2. For bachelor's degree programme applicants
(1) Generally, applicants for bachelor's degree programmes shall be within the age range of 18 to 25.
(2) Applicants must have sufficient financial resources to support their studies and living in China.
(3) Applicants must have graduated from a high school or equivalent institution and be awarded a high school diploma or higher. Applicants must have chosen the science stream in their high school studies, which, besides Mathematics and English language, should comprise pure science subjects like Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The admission criteria are detailed below:
For English-medium programmes:
(4) In general, the applicants should be graduating from high school in the current year of the intended university enrollment, with good academic and behaviour records at school.
(5) Under the same conditions, applicants to English-medium programmes with an HSK certificate will be given preferential consideration.
(6) For international students under the age of 18 whose parent(s) are not ordinarily residing in China, the parent(s) must formally appoint a foreigner or a Chinese citizen who is ordinarily residing in China as the guardian for the international student, and provide supporting documents.
(7) Requirements for China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA)
a. According to the requirements of the higher authorities, starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, all international students applying for Bachelor's Degree Programmes are required to provide a valid CSCA transcript.
b. CQMU requirements for the CSCA
Choosing ReasonsMORE
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I have chosen Chongqing Medical University because of its strong reputation for medical education, modern teaching facilities, and experienced faculty. The university’s emphasis on practical training, international student support, and its recognition by the World Health Organization (WHO) make it an excellent place to pursue my MBBS degree. I believe the multicultural learning environment will help me gain global medical knowledge and skills that I can apply in my future career.
- 9 months ago
- Name:Ab********
- From:Pakistan
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1. Academic Excellence & Global Recognition
CQMU is a top-tier medical university in China, consistently ranked among the best for its MBBS program. Its curriculum is WHO- and MCI-recognized, ensuring global career opportunities.
The English-taught MBBS program is tailored for international students, combining rigorous theoretical training with early clinical exposure.
2. Affordable Tuition & High ROI
As a self-financed student, I value CQMU’s competitive tuition fees compared to Western institutions, offering world-class education at a reasonable cost.
3. Clinical Training & Hospital Affiliations
CQMU’s direct affiliation with 12+ top-tier hospitals (e.g., The First Affiliated Hospital) provides unparalleled hands-on experience, crucial for developing diagnostic and patient-care skills.
4. Multicultural Environment & Support
The university’s large international student community ensures a smooth transition, with dedicated support for language and cultural adaptation.
5. Strategic Location in Chongqing
Chongqing’s status as a major healthcare hub in Southwest China offers diverse clinical cases, enhancing my exposure to varied medical conditions.- 10 months ago
- Name:IR********
- From:Pakistan
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Reasons from A**************************************
1. Affordable and Reliable
2. MOE approved and NMC recognized
3. Strong clinical Exposure
4. Scholarship and financial aids assistance
5. Internship flexibility
6. Safer choice and decent living cost.- 10 months ago
- Name:Ay*************************************
- From:India
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For studying at a great university for pursuing higher education.
- 11 months ago
- Name:An*******
- From:Bangladesh
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high quality education
- 1 Year ago
- Name:Mu*********************************************
- From:Pakistan
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Special Requirements
Online Interview Before Being Accepted: RequiredYou will need to attend an online interview through Skype or WeChat with the teacher before the result for your application was released.
Attend Online Test: Required - CSCA (Learn More)You need to attend an online test, and the university can see if you can be accepted according to your result.
Pay Tuition Before Getting Admission Letter: Required, and You Will Need to Pay 30,000 RMBYou will need to pay 30,000 RMB as the tuition fee to the university before you can get the admission letter.
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Program Highlights
- Admitted by Ministry of Education of China.
- The study duration is 6 years which includes 5 years' academic study and 1 year’s internship.
- There are more than 55 compulsory courses and 7 optional courses.
- Excellent and high-qualified teaching faculty.
- The School is listed on WHO's official website and admitted by ECFMG, U.S.
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Program Description
1. Program Introduction
Editor Notes: The study duration is 6 years which includes 5 years' academic study and 1 year's internship.
- Admitted by Ministry of Education of China.
- There are more than 55 compulsory courses and 7 optional courses.
- Excellent and high-qualified teaching faculty.
- The School is listed on WHO's official website and admitted by ECFMG, U.S.
2. Curriculum for MBBS Program
Editor Notes: The compulsory and optional courses information have listed in the following table.
3. Internship
Editor Notes: This program will offer lots of internship opportunities for students.
- Students will do the internship in the final academic year.
- Students can only choose to do the internship in China, not other countries.
- Students need to pay full tuition fee in the final academic year.
4. School Introduction
Editor Notes: It is one of the 30 or so medical universities in China which are approved by Ministry of Education in China.
Chongqing Medical University (CQMU),founded in 1956, is a key university under the administration of Chongqing Municipal Government with an integrated educational system of Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's and Postdoctoral programs in medicine as well as other related fields, Learn More>>
5. International Cooperation
Editor Notes: The university has been actively conducting international exchanges and cooperation.
- The School has cooperated with above 20 countries and regions in the world for staff training, exchange of students, academic exchanges and scientific research.
- There are 98 foreign medical experts who have become visiting or honorary professors.
- The School has 4 state key disciplines and 29 municipal key disciplines.
- The School owns 4 affiliated hospitals which are all rated as 'Upper First-class Hospitals' in China.
6. Campus Life
Editor Notes: International students enjoy the wonderful life in the campus.
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Recreational Activities
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Entry Requirements
1. Status
Applicants must be citizens of a country other than the People's Republic of China, hold a valid passport or citizenship certificate from their own countries for more than 4 years (inclusive), and have a record of actual residence outside of China for more than 2 years within the recent 4 years (before April 30 of the year of admission). Note that actual residence outside of China for more than 9 months in a year may be counted as 1 year, based on the dates of the entry and exit stamp on the passport.
Applicants must be in good physical and mental health, have no record of bad behaviour, and abide by China's laws.2. For bachelor's degree programme applicants
(1) Generally, applicants for bachelor's degree programmes shall be within the age range of 18 to 25.
(2) Applicants must have sufficient financial resources to support their studies and living in China.
(3) Applicants must have graduated from a high school or equivalent institution and be awarded a high school diploma or higher. Applicants must have chosen the science stream in their high school studies, which, besides Mathematics and English language, should comprise pure science subjects like Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The admission criteria are detailed below:
For English-medium programmes:(4) In general, the applicants should be graduating from high school in the current year of the intended university enrollment, with good academic and behaviour records at school.
(5) Under the same conditions, applicants to English-medium programmes with an HSK certificate will be given preferential consideration.
(6) For international students under the age of 18 whose parent(s) are not ordinarily residing in China, the parent(s) must formally appoint a foreigner or a Chinese citizen who is ordinarily residing in China as the guardian for the international student, and provide supporting documents.
(7) Requirements for China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA)
a. According to the requirements of the higher authorities, starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, all international students applying for Bachelor's Degree Programmes are required to provide a valid CSCA transcript.
b. CQMU requirements for the CSCA -
Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Bachelor RMB 30,000 per year
RMB 180,000 in total (About $ 25,141)Accommodation Fee The Zhuyuan International Student Apartment Double Room RMB 4,800 (More Details) Single Room RMB 9,600 (More Details) Other Fees Application Fee USD 64 Service Fee USD 200 Living Expense(Per Month) RMB 2,000 to RMB 2,500 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
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If you want to book our guardian service, you need to pay and book it 2 months before the application deadline, just in case your application fails because of failed to submit application documents on time.*1. English proficiency test certificate
*2. Proof of bank deposit (which must be no less than the full amount required for the first academic year).
*3. Research Proposal
*4. A copy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form completed in English (the original copy shall be kept by the applicant).
The form is formulated by the Chinese quarantine authority. The physical examinations must cover all the items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. Incomplete records or those without the photo or sealed photo of the applicants, the signature of the attending physician, or the official stamp of the hospital are invalid. The physical examination result is valid for only 6 months.
You can download a template or sample from here.*5. Passport (a photocopied/scanned).
At the time of registration, the passport must be valid for no less than 6 months. Otherwise, please renew it on time.
*6. Passport photo
A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant
*7. Academic transcripts of high school (photocopy/scanned copy), supporting documents of during-school performance (original copy or photocopy/scanned copy)
Academic transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
*8. Notarized high school graduation/studying certificate (photocopy/scanned copy)
Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
9. Supplementary documents
Publications, papers, certificates of honors and awards, other relevant documents (photocopies/scans).
*10. A non-criminal record.
Applicants must provide a non-criminal record officially issued by the local public security with a validity period of at least 6 months.
*11. CSCA Test Transcript(s)
-You need to take the official CSCA test organized by the Chinese government and submit the corresponding subject result transcript(s) when applying. Learn more about the CSCA test >>
-The test covers Chinese (Humanities and STEM Chinese), Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Mathematics is required for all programs, while other subjects depend on the university’s specific requirements.
-We are updating detailed information for each university, including the required subjects you have to take for each program and their score requirements. Once the updates are ready, you can check the attachment and information here for this university for the latest information. If no attachment is available yet, it usually means the university has not announced further details.
-For English-taught programs: Mathematics score is required (test language: English). For Chinese-taught programs: Mathematics score (test language: Chinese) and STEM Chinese are required.Tips:
For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit. - Video
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