Law at Tsinghua University

法学

At a glance

2027 fall · Referenced intake · Bilingual

Source references may support only some facts. Confirm current requirements with the university.

Separate application rounds or applicant groups are listed; check the schedule that applies to you.

Record updated: 2026-09-29 · Status assessed: 2026-10-11

Key facts

Department: School of Law
Subject area: Law
Degree level: bachelor
Teaching language: Bilingual
Duration: 4 years
Application status (reference): unknown

Eligibility & restrictions

Qualification: A valid high-school diploma obtained through full-time, in-person education is required. Applicants awaiting graduation must submit the documents specified in the 2027 checklist and obtain the diploma before enrollment. Nationality: A valid foreign passport and eligibility under PRC nationality law are required. The applicable categories of former Chinese nationals, and foreign nationals born to Chinese parent(s) who were settled abroad at birth and who never acquired Chinese nationality, are subject to the 2027 nationality instructions, including four years of foreign nationality and two years of overseas residence during the preceding four years, assessed to April 30 of the entry year. At least nine months abroad in a year may count as one year. Minors: Applicants younger than 18 on September 1, 2027 must provide guardian guarantees and supporting documents at registration. The guardian must reside in Beijing and have income.

Dates and fees

Application dates

Round 1 · Application: 2026-09-30 — 2026-11-20
Round 2 · Application: 2026-11-21 — 2027-02-28

Date conditions (source): 第一轮：2026-09-30 08:00至2026-11-20 17:00；第二轮：2026-11-21 08:00至2027-02-28 17:00（北京时间）

Original application dates

第一轮：2026-09-30 08:00至2026-11-20 17:00；第二轮：2026-11-21 08:00至2027-02-28 17:00（北京时间）

Round 1: 2026-09-30 08:00 to 2026-11-20 17:00; Round 2: 2026-11-21 08:00 to 2027-02-28 17:00 (Beijing time)

Recorded reference dates; confirm the applicable cycle and deadline with the university.

Tuition: 26,000 RMB/year
Application fee: CNY 800

Original fee references

26,000 RMB/year

800 RMB

Requirements

Language requirements

Chinese: HSK Level 5 or above, with scores above 60 in each of Listening, Reading and Writing. HSK waiver: Native Chinese speakers or applicants whose high school instruction was in Chinese may apply with supporting evidence, subject to Tsinghua approval. English: Non-native English speakers must submit official proficiency test results, such as TOEFL or IELTS. The general eligibility page does not specify a common numerical minimum.

Language evidence and exemptions

Language Evidence

Conditional

HSK results or approved waiver evidence according to program and applicant requirements

CSCA requirements

The 2027 checklist lists CSCA among international standardized examinations. Submit national/regional examination evidence and/or applicable international examination results as specified. The FAQ subject recommendations for 2026 are not treated as 2027 requirements.

Application documents (PS, references & CV)

Personal Statement (PS)

Required

Written in Chinese or English

Recommendation Letters

Required

Two letters, submitted through templates sent by the application system to referees

CV/Resume

Required

Curriculum vitae or resume

Academic & supporting materials

Academic Credentials

Required

A valid high-school diploma or expected-graduation certificate from full-time, in-person education

Transcripts

Required

Complete or currently available high-school transcripts and university transcripts where applicable

Academic Examinations

Required

National
Regional graduation or matriculation examination evidence and
Or international standardized examination results, such as CSCA, SAT, ACT, A-Level, AP or IB

Introduction Video

Required

Bilingual Chinese-English video, no more than 3 minutes and under 20MB

Passport and Nationality Evidence

Required

Documents required for the relevant 2027 nationality category, completed before the applicable round deadline

Financial Sponsor

Required

Sponsorship form and supporting employment
Income evidence

Language Evidence

Conditional

Valid English

University Enrollment Evidence

Conditional

Required for applicants currently attending university

Awards

Optional

Award or competition certificates, if any

Translations

Conditional

Notarized translations as required for originals not in Chinese or English

This is a summary of application and academic materials. Check the official guide for the complete checklist.

Scholarships

CSC availability: listed

Program note

Programs/Majors: Law. Most division-based students complete general and foundational study in the first year and select a specific major at the end of that year. The final catalogue and allocation arrangements are those announced at formal enrolment and may change.