Qingdao Huanghai University

2026 International Student Admission Brochure

Part 1: University Overview

Qingdao Huanghai University (QHHU), founded in 1996, is a bachelor''''s degree-conferring undergraduate institution approved by the Ministry of Education of the People''''s Republic of China. Located in the heart of Qingdao West Coast New Area, a state-level new district, the university enjoys convenient transportation, beautiful natural scenery with mountains and sea, and a pleasant climate—making it an ideal place for both living and learning. The campus also features a strong atmosphere of technology and modernity. Currently, the university covers an area of 1.3 million square meters, comprises 14 academic units, offers 51 undergraduate programs, and has a full-time student body of over 32,000. Its academic disciplines span multiple fields, including Engineering, Management, Economics, Education, Arts, Medicine, and Literature.

University Distinctions:

National Demonstration Learning Service Center

National Advanced Social Organization

One of China''''s First National Demonstration Universities for Cross-Border E-Commerce Professional Talent Training

National Demonstration School for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education in Private Universities

Part 2: Program Introduction

I. Academic Education

II. Non-Academic Education

Exchange Students: Based on inter-university exchange agreements, international students study and conduct research at QHHU, covering academic courses, cultural exchanges, and life experiences. Duration: One academic year or one semester.

Chinese Language Program students: International students will focus on Chinese language learning, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with a duration of 1-2 semesters.

Part 3: Admission Procedures

I. Eligibility Requirements

1. Applicants must have completed high school education or above and be at least 18 years old. They must be foreign citizens with valid ordinary passports who do not hold Chinese nationality in accordance with the Nationality Law of the People’s Republic of China.

2. In accordance with Article 5 of the Nationality Law of the People’s Republic of China, if both or one parent is a Chinese citizen and resides abroad, and the applicant acquires foreign nationality at birth, they do not hold Chinese nationality. To apply as an international student, in addition to meeting other eligibility criteria, the applicant must hold a valid foreign passport or nationality certificate for 4 years or more (inclusive), and have actually resided abroad for more than 2 years within the most recent 4 years (up to April 30 prior to the enrollment year). An actual residence of no less than 9 months in a foreign country within a single year shall be counted as one full year, which shall be verified based on entry and exit endorsement stamps.

3. Residents from the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan regions who have emigrated abroad and acquired foreign nationality are required to meet the same criteria as mentioned above when applying as international students.

4. Applicants must be physically and mentally healthy, meeting the medical examination requirements for applying for a Chinese visa or residence permit (including tuberculosis tests and chest X-rays as required by immigration authorities), and meeting the specific health standards for the applied major to ensure normal study and life in China.

5. Applicants must have no disciplinary records, no public security penalties, no criminal records, and must exhibit good conduct. They are required to abide by Chinese laws and regulations and respect Chinese customs and traditions.

II. Admission Methods

(1) Application Documents

Spring semester admission (in March): Application acceptance starts from September of the previous year; Autumn semester admission (in September): Application acceptance starts from March of the current year.

Required documents:

1. Applicants must download and fill out the “International Student Admission Application Form” from the university’s website. Please click on this website link to download it. /downFile/20250625081307BNDFPP.pdf

Scan and email the completed form along with other application documents (in PDF format) to the Email: hhgj@qdhhc.edu.cn，and may contact the admissions counselors of the School of International Education for guidance.

2. Provide a scanned copy of the passport identification page (the passport validity must be more than 6 months) and one recent 1-inch color passport photo (for student registration; no digital editing or Photoshop is allowed, and no covering of eyebrows, ears, or other facial features; the electronic version shall be in a clear JPG format).

3. Provide a notarized or authenticated graduation certificate of high school or above education in Chinese or English version, as well as academic transcripts of all grades from overseas high schools.

4. Submit the original documents and their translations of the unified high school examination results of the applicant’s home country or internationally recognized standardized test scores, which shall serve as the basis for admission and scholarship assessment.

5. Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) certificate (for applicants to academic programs).

6. The FOREIGNER PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM issued within the last six months by a hospital designated by the Chinese embassy or consulate overseas.

(2) Payment of Application Fee

1. Pay the application fee: 400 RMB (This fee is non-refundable regardless of admission outcome.)

(This is an RMB account; RMB remittance is recommended.)

2. Upon receiving the complete application materials and remittance proof, the University’s International Student Admission Review Committee will conduct a fair and impartial review of each applicant''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''s documents.

3. After the admission list is determined, the university will officially notify the students of their admission results and send out an electronic admission letter and the JW202 visa application form (for those who need it); the remaining fees, such as tuition and accommodation fees, must be paid in full before the student reports to the university.

4. Admitted students are required to apply for a student visa to China at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in their home country, submitting the relevant documents.

(3) Registration Process

Students are required to register for admission according to the date specified in the admission notice. Failure to register on time without a valid reason will be regarded as voluntary withdrawal.

Note: After enrollment, the university reserves the right to re-verify the medical examination results and personal eligibility of new students. Should a student fail to meet the admission requirements, the university will revoke their admission qualification.

Part 4: Cost of Study

I. Tuition Fees

II. Accommodation Fees

4-Person Room: RMB 3,750 per year per person, RMB 2,000 per semester per person;

2-Person Room: RMB 7,500 per year per person, RMB 4,000 per semester per person

(International students must check out and return in accordance with the University’s official schedule. Accommodation is not provided during the winter vacation. Summer accommodation requests must be submitted to the School of International Education for approval in advance. )

III. Other Fees

IV. Scholarships

The assessment and disbursement of scholarships shall be implemented in accordance with the Measures for the Administration and Implementation of International Student Scholarships of Qingdao Huanghai University.

Part 5: Contact Information

School of International Education, Qingdao Huanghai University

Address: Room 219A, Zhicheng Building, Qingdao Huanghai University, No. 1145 Linghai Road, West Coast New District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province, P.R.China

Postal Code: 266427

Tel: +86-532-5808-3158

Email: hhgj@qdhhc.edu.cn

Official Website:

Qingdao Huanghai University

February 28, 2026