Non-degree Program
Southwest Jiaotong University Chinese Language Learning Programs for the 2025/2026 Academic Year

Southwest Jiaotong University Chinese Language Learning Programs for the 2025/2026 Academic Year

Southwest Jiaotong University is a key national university directly under the Ministry of Education of China. It is one of the first universities selected for the national initiatives such as the “Double First-Class” program, the “211 Project”, the “985 Project Innovation Platform for Priority Disciplines”, and the “2011 Collaborative Innovation Plan”. The university has a graduate school and is located in Chengdu, a city known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, its status as a national central city, and its role as a core city in the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle.

Chinese Language Learning Programs focus on Chinese language learning and culture experiencing. The School of International Education of SWJTU provides various Chinese language and cultural courses to international students. Students will be allocated to appropriate levels according to the results of Chinese language proficiency test on arrival. Experienced teaching staff and small class size ensure the most efficient teaching and learning.

I. Application Dates

Spring Semester: Now to January 1st, 2026

Fall Semester: March 1st to June 30th, 2026

Note: The spring semester runs from March to July; the fall semester runs from September to January of next year.

II. Program Information

1. Language of instruction: English & Chinese

2. Objective of programs:

Beginner’s Class: to pass HSK 3

Intermediate Class: to pass HSK 4-5

3. Duration of the program: 1-2 semesters

4. Fees

a. Registration: 400 RMB/person

b. Insurance: 1000 RMB/person/year

c. Tuition: 7,000 RBM/person/semester, 14,000 RMB/person/academic years

d. Accommodation fee: 365 RMB/month/person (twin room, international student’s apartment on Xipu Campus, utilities not included.)

Note: Registration fee is not refundable. Once the class starts, all fees are not refundable; students can live off campus or apply for on-campus apartment if available

III. Requirements for application

1. Non-Chinese citizens, physically and mentally healthy, abide by China’s laws and regulations well as regulations of SWJTU, and have no record of violation of laws or regulations.

2. Applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 50.

3. Applicants should be able to afford to study and live in China during the program;

IV. Application Website

Southwest Jiaotong University: https://admission.swjtu.edu.cn

Note: Applicants for the spring semester should complete the application on the above websites before January 1st, 2026, and applicants for the fall semester should complete the application on the above websites before June 30th, 2026, with an application fee of 400 RMB (non-refundable).

V. Application materials and application process

(I) Please refer to Annex 1 for application documents requirements.

(II) Application Procedure

1. School system application (very important): please submit the application in the university application system (https://admission.swjtu.edu.cn).

2. Preliminary review by the university: the university will examine the applicant’s qualifications in accordance with the enrollment requirements. Applicants who pass the preliminary review are required to pay an application fee of RMB 400. The application fee is non-refundable regardless of whether they are finally admitted or not.

3. Issuance of admission notice: the university will send the admission notification and DQ/JW202 form.

VI. Other Notes

1. Applicants must ensure the authenticity of the application materials and will be disqualified if the materials are found to be inaccurate.

2. All applications must be submitted online. E-mail applications or paper applications will not be accepted.

3. Please be sure to provide a correct e-mail address and mailing address. We will confirm each item of important information via e-mail, so be sure to check it daily.

4. During the study period, students shall observe the laws and decrees of China as well as the rules and regulations of SWJTU. SWJTU will take corresponding measures if a student violates related laws, regulations or rules. The student will take full responsibility for any related consequence.

5. The final explanation of the content above is subject to SIE, SWJTU.

VII. Contact Information

Tel: 028-6636920 (Beijing time +8: 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; 2:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.)

E-mail: sie@swjtu.edu.cn

Website: https://en.swjtu.edu.cn https://sie.swjtu.edu.cn

附件1:语言生项目申请材料说明

Application Documents Requirements for Chinese Language Learning Programs

1. 护照首页扫描件Scanned Copy of Passport Home Page. 如现持有护照有效期不符合要求(护照有效期应晚于 2026 年 9 月),请及时换发新护照。If the validity of the applicant’s current passport does not meet the requirement (meaning the passport expires before September 2026), please apply for a new passport before submitting the application.

2. 经公证的学历证明Notarized academic certificate. 如果文件不是英文或中文,请提供经过公证的翻译件。Please provide notarized translation if the documents are not in English or Chinese.

3. 成绩单Academic Records. 如果文件不是英文或中文,请提供经过公证的翻译件。Please provide notarized translation if the documents are not in English or Chinese.

4. 《外国人体格检查表》扫描件。Scanned copy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. 申请人须保存原始体检表。本表由中国卫生检疫部门统一印制,需用英文填写,可以从https://en.swjtu.edu.cn/FOREIGNER_PHYSICAL_EXAMINAT_ON_FORM.pdf下载。体检必须包括《外国人体格检查表》所列的所有项目。不完整、无主治医生签名、无医院公章、无申请人盖章的照片,均视为无效。体检结果有效期仅为6个月,请慎重安排体检时间。The original form should be kept by the applicant. The form is uniformly printed by Chinese healthy quarantine departments. It must be written in English and can be downloaded from https://en.swjtu.edu.cn/FOREIGNER_PHYSICAL_EXAMINAT_ON_FORM.pdf. The physical examinations must cover all of the items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. Incomplete forms or forms without the signature of the attending physician, or the official stamp of the hospital, or a sealed photograph of the applicant are considered as invalid. Please carefully plan your physical examination schedule as the result is valid for only 6 months.

5. 由银行出具的申请人的对账单、存款证明或担保人签署的担保证明。Applicant’s Bank Statement or Certificate of Deposit or the statement of financial support signed by sponsor.

它必须涵盖在中国学习所需的学费和生活费。It must cover the tuition fees and living expense needed for study in China.

6.无犯罪记录证明Non-criminal record report. 申请人须提交由所在地公安机关出具的有效期内的无犯 罪记录证明,通常应为提交申请之日前 6 个月以内的证明文件。The applicant shall submit a valid certificate of on-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority, usually issued within 6 months prior to the submission date of the application.

7. 未满18周岁的申请人须提交其在中国境内委托法定监护人的相关法律文件。Applicants under the age of 18 shall submit relevant legal documents of his/her entrusted legal guardians in China.

8. 有效签证页Valid visa page. 目前在中国境内的申请人,应提供其当前签证或居留许可页复印件。Applicants who are in China currently should provide a copy of the page of his/her current visa or residence permit.

注意:通过系统上传的材料须清晰、真实、有效。建议申请人使用专业设备扫 描需提交的有关文件,因材料不清晰或无法可识别造成的后果由申请人承担。Reminder: Uploaded supporting documents must be clear, authentic and valid. Applicants are recommended to use a professional device to scan the relevant documents. Applicants shall bear the consequences caused by unclear or unidentifiable uploaded materials.

犀浦校区 Xipu Campus


留学交大The campus life of International students

犀浦校区留学生公寓(鸿哲斋11栋)和超过7处的学生食堂

The international student apartment (Building 11, Hongzhezhai) and over 7 student canteens in Xipu Campus