Northwestern Polytechnical University
西北工业大学
- Founded
- 1938
- Students
- 28,000
- Ranking
- 499 QS World University Rankings 2026
- International
- 3,000
University snapshot
Northwestern Polytechnical University is in Xi'an. Explore the published programs, fees and admission requirements below.
- Location
- Xi'an, Shaanxi
- Founded
- 1938
- Students
- 28,000
- Ranking
- 499 QS World University Rankings 2026
- International
- 3000
About
Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) is a leading multidisciplinary and research-oriented university located in Xi'an, the cradle of Chinese civilization and starting point of the ancient Silk Road.[5] Originally founded as the State Northwest Institute of Engineering in Hanzhong in 1938 through an amalgamation of Beiyang Institute of Engineering, the Engineering College of Peking University, the Engineering College of Northeast University, and Jiaozuo Institute of Engineering, NPU was fo...
Fees at a glance
Published tuition across this university’s programmes. The university confirms the final figure.
By degree level
- Master's Degree(23)
- ¥ 30,000 CNY – ¥ 33,000 CNY
- PhD / Doctorate(16)
- ¥ 38,000 CNY – ¥ 42,000 CNY
- Bachelor's Degree(8)
- ¥ 22,000 CNY – ¥ 25,000 CNY
- Non-Degree(3)
- ¥ 10,000 CNY – ¥ 25,000 CNY
By teaching language
- English(36)
- ¥ 25,000 CNY – ¥ 42,000 CNY
- Chinese(14)
- ¥ 10,000 CNY – ¥ 38,000 CNY
Why Choose Us
985 project
211
Double first-class
Bachelor intake Sept 2026
Project 985
Project 211
Excellent Union 9 (E9)
Research University
Six undergraduate programs accredited by Washington Accord
Leading education in Aerospace Engineering
Innovation Center for Aerospace Engineering
Double First Class
E9 League
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Programs
Materials Science(School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering)
Materials processing engineering(School of Materials Science and Engineering)
Aircraft Structures and Airworthiness Technology
Ecology
Aerospace Engineering(School of Aeronautics)
Cybersecurity
Aerospace Engineering(School of Astronautics)
Mechanics
Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
Communication Engineering
On-Campus Housing Options
Triple Room at Northwestern Polytechnical University
Xi'an
Triple Room at Northwestern Polytechnical University
Xi'an
Important Information
- • Accommodation fees are paid per semester or academic year
- • Room allocation is subject to availability
- • Prices may vary and should be confirmed with the university
- • Deposit may be required upon check-in
Campus Tour
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Academic transcripts
Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80+
- HSK 4 for Chinese programs
- English proficiency certificate
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