FAQs For Studying At YNU As An International Student

1. Q: How do you apply to study in Yunnan University as an international student?

A: Log in to the "Yunnan University International Service System"(https://ynu.at0086.cn/StuApplication/login.aspx) and complete the online application. For detailed instructions, please refer to the "YNU Online Application Instruction for International Students" on this WeChat account.

2. Q: What scholarship programs does Yunnan University offer for international students?

A: The scholarship programs available for international students pursuing academic degrees include: the Chinese Government Scholarship, the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship, the Yunnan Provincial Government Scholarship, and the Yunnan University Scholarship. Students who are only interested in non-degree Chinese language courses can apply for the Yunnan Provincial Government Scholarship or the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship.

3. Q: Which programs come with scholarships for international students at Yunnan University?

A: For those that want to apply for the Chinese Government scholarship - high level post-graduate program, please refer to the relevant information found in the tab "YNU 2024 CSC High Level Postgraduate Program" on this WeChat account.

For those who want to apply for the Yunnan provincial government scholarship program, please refer to the relevant information in the tab "YNU 2024 Yunnan Provincial Government Scholarship" on this WeChat account.

For the Yunnan University scholarship program, please refer to the relevant information in the tab "YNU 2024 Yunnan University Scholarship Program" on this WeChat account.

4. Q: What is the admission process for international students applying for academic degrees?

A: Yunnan University will organize experts to review the application materials of international students who have successfully applied online. Then, the university will organize written tests, interviews, or other forms of assessments to select prospective candidates for admission.

5. Q: What are the application requirements, academic qualifications, and application materials needed for international students to apply to Yunnan University?

A: The application requirements, academic qualifications, and application materials needed for international students to apply to Yunnan University can be found in Yunnan University Admissions Brochure 2024.(http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/specials/ynu/YunnanUniversityAdmissionsBrochure2024forInternationalStudents.pdf. )

For specific requirements for each program, please see: http://english.ynu.edu.cn/recommendedprograms.html.

6. Q: How do you obtain a "Pre-Admission Letter" for the Chinese Government Scholarship (Category A) Program?

A: Applicants need to complete the application process on the "Yunnan University International Student Service Platform" (https://ynu.at0086.cn/StuApplication/login.aspx) first and then submit the application. They can apply for a "Pre-Admission Letter" by sending a message in the system. Afterwards, the university will prepare and send a Pre-Admission Letter to successful applicants.

7. Q: What are the requirements for the "HSK score report, criminal record check, financial guarantee certificate, highest diploma certificate, and transcript" in the application materials?

A: The HSK score report must be within two years of validity (expired materials are considered invalid). 

The criminal record check and the financial guarantee certificate must be valid (expired materials are considered invalid). 

The highest diploma certificate and transcript must be official documents in Chinese or English that have been notarized. If the applicant is a recent graduate, they can submit a pre-graduation certificate issued by their school. The original document must be presented during registration at Yunnan University, along with authenticated copies.

8. Q: What are the application deadlines for international students for each program in 2024?

A: Chinese Government Scholarship - High Level Postgraduate Program: Feb 20, 2024 (Beijing time).

Yunnan Provincial Government Scholarship Program: April 7, 2024 (Beijing time).

Yunnan University Scholarship Program: April 30, 2024 (Beijing time).

Non-degree Chinese Language (Fall) Program: May 30, 2024 (Beijing time).

Non-degree Chinese Language (Spring) Program: Nov 30, 2024 (Beijing time).