Nanjing University

About

Located in Nanjing, China, Nanjing University is a prestigious public research institution recognized globally for its excellence in the humanities, natural sciences, and international relations. Its strongest academic programs include Chinese language and literature, physics, chemistry, and computer science, consistently ranking among the top in the nation. For international students, the university offers a welcoming environment featuring numerous English-taught degree options, particularly at the graduate level, alongside comprehensive Chinese language training programs. The International Students Office provides dedicated support ranging from visa processing to accommodation and cultural integration activities. A distinctive characteristic of the university is its historical Xianlin and Gulou campuses, which harmoniously blend classical traditional Chinese architectural elements with state-of-the-art modern research laboratories.

Background

Nanjing University (NJU) is a public university in Nanjing and Suzhou, Jiangsu, China. It is affiliated and sponsored by the Ministry of Education. The university is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction. The university is a member of the C9 League. Established in 1902 as Sanjiang Normal School, Nanjing University underwent a number of name changes, such as Nanjing Higher Normal School, National Southeastern University and National Central University, until it was renamed Nanjing University in 1950. It merged with the University of Nanking in 1952. Nanjing University has four campuses: the Xianlin campus in the northeast of Nanjing, the Gulou campus in the city center of Nanjing, the Pukou campus in the Pukou District of Nanjing, and the Suzhou campus in the city of Suzhou.

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