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Northwest University of Politics and Law

Northwest University of Politics and Law (西北政法大学) is located in Xi’an, the ancient city of history and culture in the world. It has a glorious revolutionary tradition and a rich cultural heritage. It is a multidisciplinary university with distinctive legal characteristics, philosophy, economics, management, literature and other disciplines supporting each other and developing in harmony. The school is a national education training base for outstanding legal talents, and it undertakes the training tasks of all three types of outstanding legal talents, including applied compound type, foreign-related and western grassroots. The school is the center of law research in the northwest region and an important base for humanities and social science research. It has the right to award doctoral degrees and the first post-doctoral scientific research mobile station in the northwest region. The predecessor of the school was the Northern Shaanxi Public School founded by the Communist Party of China in Yanan in 1937. Later, Yan’an University, Northwest People’s Revolutionary University, Northwest University of Political Science and Law, Northwest University of Politics and Law (西北政法大学) and other periods. The school adheres to the school motto of “rigorous, realistic, civilized and fair” and adheres to the old tradition of “political firmness, seeking truth from facts, the courage to innovate, and hard work.” Specialized talents who pursue great personalities have made outstanding contributions to the country’s economic and social development and the construction of democracy and the legal system, especially in the northwest region. The school has two campuses, Yanta and Chang’an, covering an area of ​​1347 mu. There are six experimental training centers for legal practice, material evidence technology, modern communication, and economic management, with a total value of more than 60 million yuan in teaching equipment. The school library has a collection of nearly 1.8 million books, more than 3,000 Chinese and foreign language newspapers, and periodicals, and has built more than 20 resource-rich digital book platforms. The campus network covers both campuses, with digital application systems such as comprehensive educational administration management, multimedia network teaching, and campus card management, which play an important role in teaching and management. The student apartments are equipped with comfortable learning and living facilities, and the public service system is complete. The school insists on scholars first and deeply implements the strategy of strengthening the school with talents. There are more than 1,000 full-time teachers, including nearly 500 teachers with senior professional titles, and more than 20 people including experts enjoying special allowances from the State Council, national outstanding senior jurists, national top ten outstanding young jurists, national outstanding teachers, and national advanced individual teachers of ethics; There are more than 50 teachers who have won the support of provincial talent projects such as Sanqin Scholars and the honorary titles of Shaanxi Province’s outstanding teachers, teaching teachers, and teachers of morality. The school actively promotes a system for young teachers to be suspended from practical departments, which is highly praised by the Central Political and Legal Committee, the Ministry of Education, and other ministries and commissions. The school has a team of distinguished professors and part-time professors composed of famous scholars and practical experts. Northwest University of Politics and Law (西北政法大学) actively expands the international exchange channels for undergraduates, encourages students to go abroad and broaden their international horizons. At present, our school has established inter-school exchanges and cooperation relations with more than 40 famous universities and research institutions in the United States, Britain, Germany, France, Australia, Russia, and other countries and regions. Among them, our school has established relationships with Fort Hayes University in the United States and Murdoch University in Australia. The school takes “faith in the rule of law, Chinese position, international vision, and common people’s feelings” as the education concept, and is guided by the strategic needs of national and regional economic and social development. Northwest University of Politics and Law (西北政法大学) deepens reforms, adheres to equal emphasis on teaching practice, adheres to the coordinated development of multiple disciplines, and insists on focusing on Connotation construction is moving towards the goal of running a national first-class teaching and research university of political science and law with distinctive legal characteristics and coordinated development of multiple disciplines.

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Scholarships
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Foreign Students
80%
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the world ranking of this University?
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The Country rank of this University is 305 and the world rank is 2533.
Does Chinese universities provide programs in English?
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YES, Chinese Universities provide programs in English. International Students can pursue their degrees in English taught in Chinese Universities
Do I need to take an IELTS or TOEFL exam before applying in this University?
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No, Students don’t need the IELTS or TOEFL certification for getting admitted to this University but for applying Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) sometimes students are asked for the IELTS certificate.
What Documents do I need to apply for this University?
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The primary documents a student need for applying this University are Notary stamped scan copies of the last Academic degree certificate and testimonial, Passport, Police Clearance Certificate and Medical Certificate.
When my offer letter come after applying this University?
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Usually, It takes 4 to 8 weeks to come to an offer letter from any Chinese Universities after applying.
All Programs

Non – Degree:

ProgramDegreeDurationTuition Fees(CNY)Teaching Medium
Long-term Chinese Language TrainingNon Degree4 Months9000 RMB in TotalChinese

Bachelor’s Program:

ProgramDegreeDurationTuition Fees(CNY)Teaching Medium
PhilosophyBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Social SciencesBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
EconomicsBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
FinanceBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
International Economics and TradeBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
MarketingBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Human Resource ManagementBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
AuditingBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
E-Commerce and LawBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Politics and AdministrationBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
International PoliticsBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Public Service AdministrationBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Administrative ManagementBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Labor and Social SecurityBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Science of Public OrderBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Investigation ScienceBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Criminal Science and TechnologyBachelor4 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
EnglishBachelor5 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Business EnglishBachelor5 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
JournalismBachelor5 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Television Broadcasting ScienceBachelor5 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Network and New MediaBachelor5 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Literature of Theatre Film & TelevisionBachelor5 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese
Radio and TV EditingBachelor5 Years14000 RMB per YearChinese

Masters Degree:

ProgramDegreeDurationTuition Fees(CNY)Teaching Medium
Chinese PhilosophyMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Political EconomyMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
World EconomyMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Managerial EconomicsMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Financial Audit and Risk ManagementMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Marketing and Crisis ManagementMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Legal TheoryMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Legal HistoryMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Criminal LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Criminal Litigation LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Civil and Commercial LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Civil and Commercial Litigation LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Economic LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Environmental and Resource Conservation LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Intellectual Property LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Labor Law and Social Security LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese 
Constitutional Law and Administrative LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
International LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Political TheoryMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Administrative ManagementMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Litigation LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
JournalismMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
JournalismMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Legal Journalism and Media LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
TranslationMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Criminal Law (Anti-Terrorism Law)Masters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
National LawMasters3 Years18000 RMB per YearChinese
Fees Details

Expenses in Northwest University of Politics and Law

  1. Tuition fee: 
  • Non Degree: 9000 RM Per Year
  • Bachelor Degree: 14000 RM Per Year
  • Masters Degree: 18000 RM Per Year
  1. Accommodation Fee:
  • Double Room 3000 RMB Per Year
  • Single Room 4500 RMB Per Year
  1. Food cost: 150 USD Per Month
  2. Application Fee: 400 RMB
  3. Living expanse: 1000 RMB – 2000 RMB Per Month
  4. Medical checkup: 600 RMB
  5. Insurance: 800 RMB per year
  6. Residence permit: 400 RMB – 800 RMB per year

After you are admitted, we will inform you via email for your confirmation of acceptance. Afterward, we will issue the admission letter, JW201/202 Form for visa application. If you wish to live on campus, please complete the Housing Application form.

Prepare Your Departure:

Before your departure, be sure to take the following materials:

(1) The Admission Letter

(2) Passport (valid for at least 6 months).

(3) JW201/202 Form

(4) Official Foreigner Physical Examination Form and your blood test report. 

Be aware that the orientation is mandatory for freshman students.

Admission Procedure

Applying for any course at Northwest University of Politics and Law is very easy. Following some easy steps, you can easily apply for your desired course. You can complete your application online by following some simple steps.

Here is the detailed information about the required admission documents. International applicants are highly recommended to provide the following documents.

1. Passport & Passport Size Photo (Scan Copy)
Passport
First of all, you must have a passport. As we know passport is a very essential document and without this, we can not leave our country. So if you don’t have it yet, we advise you to make it from your home country as soon as possible. Moreover, if you already have your passport, then make sure that it is not expired. If your passport already expired then you need to renew it. Please note, your passport must have to be ready before your visa processing. See a sample of passport.

Passport Size Photo
The general size of the passport size photo is (50mm x 40mm). For applying in china universities, your passport size photo has to be clear and the background must be plain, white or off-white in colour. The height of the head is between 28mm – 33mm and head width 21mm–24mm. Advice to submit a colour photo which is taken 6 months before. Use a clear picture of your face. Do not use any filters and take off your eyeglasses for passport size photos, selfies or pictures with someone do not use as a passport size photo. Here is a sample of a Passport Size Photo.

2. Academic Transcript and Certificate (must be notarized copy)
Submit your immediate academic transcripts & certificate for applying. For example, if you are applying for bachelor submit your school transcripts and certificates. For Master’s Degree provide your undergraduate transcripts and certificates. When you are applying for Ph.D, you have to provide your both (undergraduate and graduate) transcripts and certificates. Transcript And Certificate are important, it help universities to decide if you have the necessary background and skills for the major. All Transcripts and Certificates must have to be notarized. You can notarize your document from an advocate who is authorized by the government.

Note: All the applicant’s transcripts and certificates must be notarized and language should be in Chinese or English version.

3. CV/Resume
You must prepare a CV or resume for applying in abroad country. CV acts as your business profile, though universities are not interested in detailed descriptions of your jobs or experience, but you have to add this. You should focus on your published academic papers, describe academic group works or extracurricular activities, relevant think-thanks, etc. Add your academic qualifications with results, personal details, personal achievement these are must for a perfect CV. Here is a sample of the CV/resume.

4. Physical Examination
Aspiring overseas students are required to take a medical examination to ensure that you are in a good physical condition. The medical examination must include all the items which are listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. The medical examination result will be declared as invalid without the signature of the attending doctor and hospital stamp or seal. You must bring the original medical documents when you come to arrive in China. The Medical certificate will be carried out on behalf of The Ministry of Public Health and the Ministry of Public Security. Here get a sample of physical examination.

5. Police Clearance
The police clearance certificate is known as “No Criminal Record Certificate” and also known as a good citizen certificate. Police clearance is very important for going to abroad because a foreign country does not allow any criminal records. Police Clearance Certificate is an official document approved by the police or government agencies to prove that you have no criminal offense like arrest, conviction. Additionally, a police clearance certificate is valid for the next 6 months, After 6 months of issue, it will be declared as invalid. See the sample of the Police Clearance Certificate.

6. Bank Statement
A bank statement is mandatory when we go foreign for different purposes like a visitor, a business or immigrants. These rules are not changeable for study. So, students also have to show a bank statement. China has no strict rules that only your parents have to be your sponsor. Anyone can be your sponsor. See the sample of a bank statement.

7. English Proficiency Certificate
For studying in China you must have to submit your English proficient certificate to prove your English skills. It is not mandatory that you must have IELTS, you can take English Proficiency Certificate from your school or university. Additionally, If you have done IELTS or TOFEL you can submit it. See the sample of English proficient certificate.

8. HSK certificate of proficiency in Chinese (if you have)
If you want to study in Chinese taught and want to get CSC scholarship then you must have to submit HSK certificate of proficiency in Chinese. HSK is not mandatory for English taught, but if you have it will be beneficial for you. HSK supervised by the HSK Center of Beijing Language and Culture University to judge the Chinese language skill of non-native speakers. See the sample of HSK certificate of proficiency in Chinese.

9. 2 Recommendation Letter (Ms/Ph.D.)
Students of masters & Ph.D. have to submit two recommendation letters. A recommendation letter is usually written by a supervisor, colleague, and teacher. Two recommendation letters have to be written by two-person. Make sure that the writer knows you very well and you have completed any course with them or work with them.  In the letter mention about your academic and personal traits and emphasize the strengths that are relevant to the major or university where you are applying. Have to maintain a positive and enthusiastic tone about you and include professor’s phone numbers and email addresses. Here is the sample of the Recommendation Letter.

10. Study Plan/ Research Proposal (Ms/PhD)
If you want to apply for MS/Ph.D you must need a study plan or research proposal in Chinese or English (no less than 800 words). A study plan describes in detail what you are going to do with the scholarship. Explain your main educational goal, and how you want to achieve this. And keep in mind that it is very important, that helps in an excellent organization as well as creating a sense of liability in your learning process. This document is needed only for Ms or Ph.D applicants, so please make sure that your study plan or research proposal states that information as specific as possible. See the sample of Study Plan.

11. Study Gap Certificates
Study gap certificate is an affidavit that is used to show a gap in education or further study. Gap certificate provides your statement on the non-judicial stamp paper stating the reason for taking the gap and claim that you did not take admission to any other college, university or courses during the gap year. You can get this stamp paper from any notary, sub-registry office or court and contact with an advocate they will prepare your gap certificate.

12. Application Form
Fills this form in Chinese or English language. It is essential to fill all the information that should be very authentic.

Scholarship Information

Northwest University of Politics and Law is setting up a series of scholarship schemes to sponsor international students and scholars to undertake studies and research.

Application Requirements

  1. Applicants should have to be non-Chinese or foreigners, hold a valid foreign passport and meet the appropriate requirements of studying abroad in China. 
  2. Applicants should be  friendly to China and be in good health
  3. Applicants should have received an undergraduate program or long term language must have a senior high school diploma and are under the age of 30.
  4. Applicants should have excellent academic performance and have a good command of English
  5. Law-abiding, diligent and studious, good grades and good conduct.

Application Materials   

  1. Application Form.
  2. Scan copy of notarized highest diploma and transcripts.
  3. San copy of Study Plan or Research Proposal (800 words or above).
  4. Two Recommendation Letters (written in Chinese or English) signed by a professor or an associate professor who knows you.
  5. Scan copy of Foreigner Physical Examination Form or Blood Examination Report or notarized photocopy.
  6. Students under 18 should have to submit relevant legal documents from their guardians.

The final information is subject to the University If there is any inconsistency!

Why choose us?

Northwest University of Politics and Law (西北政法大学) is a multi-disciplinary university with distinctive legal characteristics, supporting each other and coordinating the development of disciplines such as philosophy, economics, management, and literature. It currently has a school of philosophy and social development and a school of economics, School of Business, School of Criminal Law, School of Civil and Commercial Law, School of Economic Law, School of Administrative Law, School of International Law, School of Anti-Terrorism Law, School of Politics and Public Administration, School of Public Security, School of Foreign Languages, School of Journalism and Communication, School of Marxism, Institute of International Education. The school is an important base of law education research center and humanities and social sciences research in Northwest China. It is one of the “five schools and four departments” hailed as the national team for political and legal personnel training. It is also a high-level university and a first-class discipline construction university in Shaanxi Province.

The school has a long history of running a school and a profound cultural heritage.  Since the school was established 81 years ago, the school has taken root in the western part of the motherland, forming an old tradition of “political firmness, seeking truth from facts, courageous innovation, and hard work.” , China’s position, international perspective, and the civilian sentiment” has cultivated more than 150,000 high-quality professionals with both ethics, morality, and law, and has “professional solidity, down-to-earth work, simple style, and honesty” Features are well received by employers and all walks of life. The school has assembled a high-level faculty with knowledgeable and dedicated work. A large number of teachers have won the “National Top Ten Outstanding Young Jurists”, “National Outstanding Senior Jurists”, “National Outstanding Teachers”, “Shaanxi Provincial Social Science Masters”, and “Shaanxi Provincial Famous Teaching Teachers” “And other honorary titles.

Northwest University of Politics and Law (西北政法大学) insists on the foundation of quality and quality. Since 1958, undergraduate education has been started, so far there is a history of undergraduate education for 60 years. There are currently 32 undergraduate majors, with more than 13,000 undergraduates. Twelve majors including law have been selected into the construction or cultivation projects of “first-rate majors” in Shaanxi Province. Philosophy, investigative science, and journalism are national-level specialty majors, and law and journalism are selected as national-level professional comprehensive reform pilot projects. The school implements a tutor system for undergraduates, which provides comprehensive guidance and assistance to students in their four-year university life, study, advanced studies, and employment. The high-level construction of six sections covering “legal culture activities”, “student academic activities”, “red gene inheritance and humanities and arts activities”, “innovation and entrepreneurship and employment guidance activities”, “social practice and public welfare activities” and “international academic exchange activities” The characteristic second classroom activity system creates a good educational environment for cultivating the rule of law talents with both morality and law, and both rationality and pragmatism.

The school’s colorful campus cultural activities provide a broad platform for students to expand their learning pathways, cultivate noble sentiments, reasonably plan growth goals, and comprehensively display talents. The campus culture brands that have lasted for many years and have unique characteristics such as campus argumentation, legal voluntary service, consumer rights protection, etc. have been evaluated by the Ministry of Education and the outstanding campus cultural achievements of universities in Shaanxi Province; social services, social practice, academic research, culture and art, sports and leisure, etc. More than 50 student clubs in the category make the extracurricular life of the students more colorful and fulfilling; the annual campus culture and art festival, host contest, campus singer contest, various student academic activities, etc. enrich the campus cultural atmosphere and enhance the campus cultural taste Added bright colors.

Northwest University of Politics and Law (西北政法大学) established the goal of building a “high-level university with distinctive legal characteristics and coordinated development of multidisciplinary teaching and research”, and proposed a “three-step” strategic concept for the construction of a high-level university. At present, the school is closely centering on the fundamental task of Life and cultivating people, taking the opportunity of the “four first-class” construction in Shaanxi Province to continuously deepen comprehensive reforms, and stride forward to build a high-level university and insists on equal emphasis on teaching practice, insists on strengthening connotation construction, and strives to have distinctive and diverse legal characteristics.

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