Tsinghua University Scholarship
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
- IELTS
- 6.5
- Components
- L 5.5 / R 5.5 / W 5.5 / S 5.5
- Level
- UG, PG, PhD
- Deadline
- Varies by scholarship/program, e.g., Dec-Mar for some graduate
Last verified: 2026-03
About Tsinghua University Scholarship
Tsinghua University, one of China's most prestigious institutions, offers multiple scholarship types for international students including the Tsinghua University Scholarship, Beijing Government Scholarship, and CSC Scholarship. Funding covers full tuition, free university accommodation, a monthly living allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance.
IELTS Required
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 80, HSK 5
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1Tsinghua requires IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component. As one of the world's top 20 universities, competitive applicants typically score 6.5 or above to stand out.
- 2Apply between November and March. Tsinghua receives thousands of international applications, so submit early and ensure your IELTS scores are uploaded promptly to the online application system.
- 3If you also have HSK 5 certification, include it in your application. While IELTS is sufficient for English-taught programmes, Mandarin ability demonstrates commitment and can give you an advantage.
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