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Sichuan University

Location

Wangjiang Compus, Chengdu China (Mainland)

Ranking

# =336QS World University Rankings

University Profile

About Sichuan University

Sichuan University (SCU) is one of the most prestigious universities in China for its education, research, and social impact, ranking among the top 10 best national universities in china mainland. 

Founded in 1896, SCU is located in Chengdu, a prosperous, lively and affluent city with 3000 years of profound history. Seven World Cultural Heritages and World Natural Heritage Sites can be found nearby. It is also close to the renowned Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Our university boasts the largest academic library system in southern China and a world-class university museum, and its hospital is also one of best in China. With its vibrant culture, desirable location, and convenient facilities, SCU is ideal for student life.

SCU enjoys strong connections with 306 scientific institutions and organizations worldwide. We have undertaken and accomplished a considerable number of major international and national research projects. Five of our subject offerings — Chemistry, Materials Science, Clinical Medicine, Pharmacology & Toxicology and Engineering— are within the top 1‰ on ESI, and other six of them are in the top 5‰. Our university thus creates a significant international influence in academic area.

SCU has developed joint academic programs with 220 leading research universities from over 33 countries and regions, including the USA, Canada, Australia and the UK. To help international students better adapt to the environment, we tailored 16 most welcomed academic programs delivered in English for them.


About Sichuan University

Sichuan University (SCU) is one of the most prestigious universities in China for its education, research, and social impact, ranking among the top 10 best national universities in china mainland. 

Founded in 1896, SCU is located in Chengdu, a prosperous, lively and affluent city with 3000 years of profound history. Seven World Cultural Heritages and World Natural Heritage Sites can be found nearby. It is also close to the renowned Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Our university boasts the largest academic library system in southern China and a world-class university museum, and its hospital is also one of best in China. With its vibrant culture, desirable location, and convenient facilities, SCU is ideal for student life.

SCU enjoys strong connections with 306 scientific institutions and organizations worldwide. We have undertaken and accomplished a considerable number of major international and national research projects. Five of our subject offerings — Chemistry, Materials Science, Clinical Medicine, Pharmacology & Toxicology and Engineering— are within the top 1‰ on ESI, and other six of them are in the top 5‰. Our university thus creates a significant international influence in academic area.

SCU has developed joint academic programs with 220 leading research universities from over 33 countries and regions, including the USA, Canada, Australia and the UK. To help international students better adapt to the environment, we tailored 16 most welcomed academic programs delivered in English for them.


University information

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Scholarships

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Rankings & Ratings

Sichuan University is one of the top public universities in Chengdu, China (Mainland). It is ranked #=336 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2016
    #491-500
  • 2017
    #551-600
  • 2018
    #551-600
  • 2019
    #601-650
  • 2020
    #601-650
  • 2021
    #531-540
  • 2022
    #=451
  • 2023
    #=406
  • 2024
    #=355
  • 2025
    #=336

QS World University Rankings

  • 2016
    #491-500
  • 2017
    #551-600
  • 2018
    #551-600
  • 2019
    #601-650
  • 2020
    #601-650
  • 2021
    #531-540
  • 2022
    #=451
  • 2023
    #=406
  • 2024
    #=355
  • 2025
    #=336

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