Central South University

Overview

Central South University (CSU) is a comprehensive research university in Changsha, Hunan Province, formed in 2000 through the merger of three universities. CSU has particular strengths in metallurgy, mining engineering, materials science, and medicine. As a key institution under Project 985 and the Double First-Class initiative, CSU is recognized for its contributions to metallurgical engineering and has strong connections to China's mining and metals industries, while also maintaining a leading medical school with a distinguished history.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	2000 (merger)
Type	Public research university
QS World Ranking	Top 300-400 globally
Campus Size	800 acres (324 hectares)
Location	Changsha, Hunan
Programs	31 schools and departments
Students	~55,000
International Students	~2,500

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.csu.edu.cn/en/
• Programs Available: Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, and Chinese language programs
• Language Requirements: HSK 4+ for Chinese-taught programs; IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ for English-taught programs
• Application Period: Typically October to March for fall intake
• Tuition: Varies by program; approximately RMB 18,000–32,000/year

Related Concepts

• Changsha — Capital of Hunan and home to CSU
• CSC Scholarship — Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities