Hohai University

Overview

Hohai University is a specialized engineering university in Nanjing with a national reputation in hydraulic engineering, water resources, and environmental engineering. Founded in 1915, Hohai has evolved into a comprehensive research university with particular strengths in water conservancy, civil engineering, and environmental science. As a key university under Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative, Hohai University is recognized as China's leading institution in hydraulic engineering and has played a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the Yangtze River basin.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	1915
Type	Public research university
QS World Ranking	Top 500-600 in Engineering
Campus Size	300 acres (121 hectares)
Location	Nanjing, Jiangsu
Programs	19 schools and departments
Students	~25,000
International Students	~1,500

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.hhu.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 18,000–28,000/year

Related Concepts

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