Sun Yat-sen University

Overview

Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) is one of China's most prestigious comprehensive universities, founded in 1924 by Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of the Republic of China. Located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, SYSU has grown into a major research university with strengths across medicine, humanities, sciences, and engineering. As a key institution under Project 985 and the Double First-Class initiative, SYSU plays a leading role in higher education in southern China and has multiple campuses across Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and Shenzhen.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	1924
Type	Public research university
QS World Ranking	Top 200-300 globally
Campus Size	1,400 acres (567 hectares)
Location	Guangzhou, Guangdong
Programs	35 schools and departments
Students	~50,000
International Students	~3,000

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.sysu.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 20,000–35,000/year

Related Concepts

• Guangzhou — Capital of Guangdong and home to SYSU
• CSC Scholarship — Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities