Southwestern University of Finance and Economics

Overview

Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE) is one of China's leading finance and economics universities, founded in 1925. Located in Chengdu, SWUFE has a strong reputation in finance, economics, accounting, and insurance. As a key university under Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative, SWUFE is the premier finance university in western China, playing an important role in financial education and policy research for the region, with many graduates holding key positions in China's banking and financial sectors.

Key Facts

Item	Details
Founded	1925
Type	Public specialized university
QS World Ranking	Top 500-600 in Business & Economics
Campus Size	180 acres (73 hectares)
Location	Chengdu, Sichuan
Programs	14 schools and departments
Students	~22,000
International Students	~1,500

International Admissions

• Admissions URL: https://www.swufe.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 18,000–30,000/year

Related Concepts

• Chengdu — Capital of Sichuan and home to SWUFE
• CSC Scholarship — Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities