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The Best Application Period for China Universities

2015-01-22

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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, receiving materials 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 Application Timetable –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.