QS World Ranking
#14
Acceptance Rate
10%
Annual Tuition (USD)
$4,500
On-Campus Housing
Available
QS Best Student City
#26
Beijing
Application Deadline
March 31
via Direct
Student Body
Total Enrollment
44,000
students
International Students
10%
US % data not publicly reported
Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.
Why This School
China's most prestigious university in Beijing with generous government scholarships for international students.
QS Subject Rankings 2025
Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject
Notes for US Students
China's top university. CSC scholarships widely available. Beijing is an emerging global powerhouse.
Admission Criteria
Key requirements for US students applying to Peking University
Acceptance Rate
10%
Highly selective
Application System
Direct
Deadline
March 31
Instruction Language
Chinese/English
School Type
Public
Annual Tuition
$4,500
Requirements Checklist for US Applicants
- Apply via PKU international admissions or Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
- SAT/ACT scores recommended
- Chinese language proficiency (HSK 5+) for Chinese-language programs
- IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+ for English-language programs
- Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) covers full costs — apply through US Embassy
- Personal statement and recommendation letters
Class Size
Academic Calendar
Requirements may vary by program. Always verify with the university's official admissions page.
Admission Details
- Language of Instruction
- Chinese/English
- Estimated Annual Tuition
- ~$4,500 / year
- Application Deadline
- March 31
- Application System
- Direct
- School Type
- Public
- Acceptance Rate
- 10%
- QS Best Student City (Beijing)
- #26 globally
Programs Offered
Scholarships to Explore
- ✓CSC (Chinese Government Scholarship)
- ✓Peking University Scholarship
Cost of Living — Beijing, China
Low CostEstimated monthly total
$930
vs. avg US college student
51% cheaper
US avg ~$1,900/mo
Beijing is very affordable for US students. On-campus dormitories for international students are cheap. Subway system covers the entire city cheaply.
Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.
About Studying at Peking University as a US Student
Peking University is located in Beijing, China and is ranked #14in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Law, Engineering, Medicine, and more. Instruction is offered in Chinese/English. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$4,500 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 10%. Applications are submitted through Direct with a deadline of March 31. Scholarships available include the CSC (Chinese Government Scholarship).