China Pharmaceutical University

Overview

China Pharmaceutical University (CPU) is China's premier institution for pharmaceutical education and research, founded in 1936. Located in Nanjing, CPU has a strong reputation in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, and traditional Chinese medicine. As a key university under Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative, CPU is recognized as the leading pharmaceutical university in China, playing a crucial role in drug research and development, pharmaceutical education, and the modernization of traditional Chinese medicine.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	1936
Type	Public specialized university
QS World Ranking	Top 300-400 in Pharmacy
Campus Size	200 acres (81 hectares)
Location	Nanjing, Jiangsu
Programs	10 schools and departments
Students	~15,000
International Students	~1,500

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.cpu.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 20,000–32,000/year

Related Concepts

• Nanjing — Capital of Jiangsu and home to CPU
• CSC Scholarship — Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities