Full-time universities' academic year in China normally contains two semesters, Spring semester and Autumn semester,except for a few ones implementing 3-semester system. The first semester starts on autumn of each year, requiring fully submission of materials between late February and late July of that year; and the second starts on spring, receivingmaterials between late October and late January starting from the previous year to the current year. But the dates are generally set, hence, it is important to figure out every university’s specific application deadline for each semester,and when it comes to those universities of 3-semester system, it becomes more significant.

Suggested Application Timetable – For Fall Semester Intake (September)

Late February/ Early March

Applicants can start to apply for degree programs starting in  autumn next year.

April to May

Most programs are open for  application during this time, as applicants should submit their applications  as early as possible. Please be aware that early applications will be favored  when vacancies are limited.

Late May

Applicants who submitted  applications in March 2010 would receive their admission results and prepare  for departure.

June

Admission letters for early  applicants are delivered.

Late July

Official application deadline  of most universities. All applicants are suggested to submit the applications  before that date.

Early August

Admission Letter and JW202 form  would be delivered 4 weeks before programs start. Applicants should apply for  a Chinese visa at their nearest Chinese Embassies and Chinese Consulates with  their original Admission Letter, original JW202 form, and valid passport.

Early September

Starting date for most  universities in China. Accepted applicants should arrive in school before  that date.

Late September

If there are still vacancies  available for a started program, late applicants might be accepted as well if  applicants capable of adapting to the class. Applicants are suggested to  consult before applying.

Suggested ApplicationTimetable – For Spring Semester Intake (March)

Late October

Applicants can start to apply  for programs starting in spring next year.

November-January

Most programs are open for  application during this time. Applicants should submit their applications as  early as possible. Please be aware that early applications will be favored  when vacancies are limited.

December

Applicants who submitted  applications in October or early November will receive their admission  results by e-mail.

Early January

Admission letters for early  applicants will be delivered. Applicants should apply for a Chinese visa at  their nearest Chinese Embassy or Consulate with their original Admission  letter, original JW202 form, and valid passport.

Late January

Official application deadline  of most universities. All applicants are suggested to submit the applications  before that date.

February (before program  started)

If there are still vacancies  available for a started program, late applicants might be accepted as well if  applicants capable of adapting to the class. Applicants are suggested to  consult before applying.

Late February or early March

Starting date for most spring  programs in China. Accepted applicants should arrive at school before that  date issued on admission letter.