Guilin Medical University (GLMU) - MBBS in China | Fee Structure, Eligibility & Admissions 2026
About the University
Founded
1935 (90 Years)
International Students
1,000+ from 40+ countries
Affiliated Network
9 hospitals · 5,000+ beds
Intakes
September and March (dual)
Guilin Medical University (GLMU) was founded in 1935 as the Guilin Senior Nurse Midwifery School and has evolved over nearly 90 years - achieving university status in 1987, master's degree authorisation in 2006, and doctoral programme approval in 2021. GLMU carries significant academic standing in clinical medicine within Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
The university operates three campuses: Le Qun (downtown, beside the Li River), Dong Cheng (main international campus), and Lingui (largest, eco-friendly setting). Current scale includes 30,000+ students at all levels, 5,300+ faculty and medical staff, and 23 colleges and departments. Recent research output includes 945 projects with 117 at national level.
GLMU hosts 1,000+ international students from 40+ countries. The English-medium MBBS programme (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) is PMC/PMDC approved, WHO listed, and ECFMG, WFME and FAIMER recognised. International collaborations span Japan, USA, South Korea, Australia, Vietnam and Thailand. Muslim canteens, separate gender hostels, low Guilin living costs and dual September/March intakes make GLMU a flexible, accessible choice for Pakistani and South Asian students.
Medical Program and Faculty
Duration
6 Years
Medium
Full English
Clinical Training
3 Hospitals
GLMU's 6-year Clinical Medicine MBBS programme is English-medium (Year 1 is a Chinese language foundation year) with one of the most accessible HSK policies among non-MOE universities - HSK-4 is not required in Year 1, allowing students more time to build Chinese language proficiency alongside foundation sciences. The dual September/March intake system gives applicants more scheduling flexibility than the single-intake norm.
Clinical training utilises 9 affiliated hospitals with 5,000+ combined beds (4 directly affiliated), 27 clinical teaching hospitals, and 80+ teaching practice bases across Guangxi. The Year 6 internship offers flexibility: students may complete it at GLMU's affiliated hospitals in China or in their home country.
Faculty strength: Faculty span 23 colleges including doctoral-level research strength achieved in 2021.
Affiliated Hospitals and Clinical Training
5,000+ hospital beds across 9 affiliated hospitals plus 27 teaching hospitals and 80+ practice bases - one of the largest clinical networks among non-MOE Chinese medical universities.
Comprehensive clinical exposure across all major disciplines throughout the program.
First Affiliated Hospital of GLMU
One of the best hospitals in Guangxi Province · primary international student clinical training site
Second and Third Affiliated Hospitals of GLMU
Additional clinical rotations
Affiliated Hospital Network
9 total affiliated hospitals (4 directly affiliated) with 5,000+ combined beds, plus 27 clinical teaching hospitals and 80+ practice bases across Guangxi
Guilin City and Campus Environment
City
Guilin, Guangxi
Landscape
Famous karst mountains and Li River
Living Cost
~700-1,100 RMB/month (low)
Airport
Guilin Liangjiang International (KWL)
Guilin is one of China's most celebrated cities, internationally famous for its dramatic karst mountain landscapes along the Li River. The city offers low cost of living, well-developed infrastructure for international visitors, and a notably safe environment. The unique scenery - widely featured on Chinese 20 yuan banknotes - provides a distinctive university backdrop.
GLMU operates three campuses with the largest, Lingui, set in an eco-friendly environment. Student amenities include separate male/female hostels, Muslim canteens with halal options, well-equipped laboratories and multimedia classrooms, extensive library resources, sports facilities, on-campus banking and supermarkets. Guilin is well-connected by air and high-speed rail to major Chinese cities.
Student life: Muslim canteens, separate gender hostels, low Guilin living costs, and a campus environment in one of the most scenic cities in China.
Guilin's iconic karst landscape along the Li River - the daily backdrop to GLMU campus life.
Guilin's karst mountains - the city features on the Chinese 20 yuan banknote and is internationally famous for its landscapes.
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
International Recognitions and Approvals
Important Admission Requirements
MOE Listed vs Non-MOE: What it Means for You
GLMU is not on China's MOE list for English-medium MBBS. The international Clinical Medicine programme is English-medium (Year 1 is a Chinese language foundation year) with a gradual HSK progression (HSK-4 not required in Year 1). PMC/PMDC, WHO, ECFMG and WFME recognition remain in place, so Pakistani graduates can sit the PMDC/PMC licensing examination after MBBS completion. Verify the latest PMDC/PMC policy on non-MOE universities before applying.
Language Requirement: HSK-4 NOT Required in Year 1
GLMU does not require HSK-4 in Year 1 - one of the most accessible language policies among non-MOE Chinese universities. Students build Chinese proficiency progressively over the early years before clinical rotations begin. Pre-departure Mandarin preparation is still recommended.
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh Recognition
GLMU is PMC/PMDC approved - Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination. Indian applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese medical universities generally do not meet current NMC (India) criteria for FMGE/NExT eligibility under the 2021 NMC Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate regulations; verify the latest NMC requirements directly with the National Medical Commission before applying. Bangladeshi applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese programmes are not commonly included on BMDC's recognised foreign institutions list; verify the current BMDC list directly before applying. Always verify current council policy before applying.
Program Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Clinical Medicine (MBBS Equivalent) · 6 Years |
| Medium | English Medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) · HSK-4 not required in Year 1 |
| Intake | September and March (dual intakes) |
| Year 1 All-In | 31,250 RMB |
| Annual Cost (Year 2-6) | 25,800 RMB (tuition 20,000 + hostel 4,500 + visa/insurance 1,300) |
| Total 6-Year Cost | ~1,60,250 RMB |
| Application Fee | 2,000 RMB (separate) |
| Clinical Network | 9 affiliated hospitals (5,000+ beds) + 27 teaching + 80+ practice bases |
| Halal Food | Muslim canteens on campus |
Recognitions & Approvals: What This Means
Eligibility Criteria
Required Documents
Fee Structure
MBBS Clinical Medicine (English Medium · 6 Years)
Year 1 is an all-inclusive 31,250 RMB package covering tuition, hostel, registration, admission letter, visa letter, insurance, visa processing and residence permit. From Year 2 onwards the annual cost is 25,800 RMB (tuition 20,000 + hostel 4,500 + visa/insurance 1,300). Medical checkup is included in Year 1 only. Application fee is 2,000 RMB (separate).
All-inclusive package
Includes all first-year admin items
Visa + Insurance
Visa + Insurance
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| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Other Fees | Total (RMB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Included | Included | Incl. in package | 31,250 RMB |
| Year 2 | 20,000 RMB | 4,500 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 25,800 RMB |
| Year 3 | 20,000 RMB | 4,500 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 25,800 RMB |
| Year 4 | 20,000 RMB | 4,500 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 25,800 RMB |
| Year 5 | 20,000 RMB | 4,500 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 25,800 RMB |
| Year 6 (Internship) | 20,000 RMB | 4,500 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 25,800 RMB |
| Total (6 Years) | ~160,250 RMB | |||
Notes on the fee structure:
- •Total 6-year MBBS cost: approximately RMB 1,60,250 (Year 1: 31,250 + Years 2-6: 25,800 x 5).
- •Application fee of 2,000 RMB is non-refundable and paid separately.
- •All fees once paid are non-refundable.
- •Year 6 internship may be completed in China or home country.
- •Fees exclude air tickets, food, stationery and personal expenses.
Scholarships
Coverage
Variable annual award
Eligibility
Enrolled international students based on academic performance
Coverage
Partial tuition / living allowance
Eligibility
Students with strong academic records at Guangxi universities
| Scholarship | Type | Coverage | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLMU University Scholarship | University Merit | Variable annual award | Enrolled international students based on academic performance |
| Guangxi Provincial Government Scholarship | Provincial | Partial tuition / living allowance | Students with strong academic records at Guangxi universities |
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By the Numbers
30,000+
Total Students
5,300+
Faculty and Medical Staff
1,000+ from 40+ countries
International Students
23
Colleges/Departments
945 (incl. 117 national)
Recent Research Projects
Why Guilin Medical University Is Worth Considering?
- 1Nearly 90 years of medical education history (founded 1935)
- 2HSK-4 not required in Year 1 - one of the most accessible language policies
- 3Extensive hospital network: 5,000+ beds across affiliated facilities
- 41,000+ international students from 40+ countries
- 5Scenic Guilin location with lower living costs
- 6Dual intake system (September and March)
- 7Flexible Year 6 internship (China or home country)
- 8Separate gender hostels and halal food options
- 9PMC/PMDC, WHO, ECFMG, WFME recognised
- 10International collaborations across 6 countries
How to Apply via Titans Abroad
Guilin Medical University (GLMU) offers PMC/PMDC, WHO, ECFMG and WFME recognised English-medium MBBS (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) in scenic Guilin with HSK-4 NOT required in Year 1, dual September/March intakes, 9 affiliated hospitals (5,000+ beds), Muslim canteens, and ~1,60,250 RMB total 6-year cost. Titans Abroad handles your complete application, JW202, visa processing and travel to Guilin.
Application Process
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Application Fee
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Pre-Admission Letter
The university issues your pre-admission letter within 7–10 working days of complete documents and application fee.
Visa Processing
We guide you through the JW202 letter and all Chinese embassy documents. Typically 20–30 working days.
Arrive in China
Once your visa is stamped we coordinate your arrival date with the university. Airport pickup assistance available.
Processing time: Pre-admission letter within 7–10 working days. JW202 visa letter within 20–30 working days. Total process from application to visa: approximately 40–60 working days. Apply early to avoid missing the September intake deadline.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guilin Medical University (GLMU) PMDC approved?
Yes. GLMU is PMC/PMDC approved and Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination after completing the 6-year MBBS. GLMU is also WHO listed, ECFMG recognised, WFME recognised, and FAIMER directory listed.
Is GLMU MOE listed?
No. GLMU is not on the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) English-medium MBBS list. The international Clinical Medicine programme is English-medium (Year 1 is a Chinese language foundation year) with HSK-4 not required in Year 1. Pakistani graduates remain eligible for the PMDC/PMC licensing examination via PMC recognition.
What is the HSK requirement at GLMU?
Per current policy, HSK-4 is NOT required during Year 1 at GLMU - one of the most accessible language progressions among non-MOE universities. Students build Chinese proficiency progressively before clinical rotations.
What is the total cost of MBBS at GLMU for 6 years?
The total 6-year MBBS cost is approximately RMB 1,60,250 (Year 1 all-inclusive 31,250 RMB; Years 2-6 at 25,800 RMB each). The 2,000 RMB application fee is paid separately. Fees exclude food, air tickets and personal expenses.
Does GLMU offer dual intakes?
Yes. GLMU accepts students for both September and March intakes annually - one of the few non-MOE Chinese universities offering this scheduling flexibility.
Does GLMU have halal food available?
Yes. Muslim canteens are available inside the campus, making GLMU practical for Pakistani, Bangladeshi and other Muslim South Asian students.
Can the Year 6 internship be done abroad?
Yes, the Year 6 internship can be completed either at GLMU's affiliated hospitals in China or in the student's home country.
How many hospitals does GLMU have?
GLMU has 4 directly affiliated hospitals with 5,000+ beds, 9 total affiliated hospitals, 27 clinical teaching hospitals and 80+ teaching practice bases across Guangxi.
Can Indian students study MBBS at GLMU? Is NEET required?
Indian students are welcome to apply, but Indian applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese medical universities generally do not meet current NMC (India) criteria for FMGE/NExT eligibility under the 2021 NMC Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate regulations. Most Indian students seeking guaranteed NMC compliance choose MOE-listed Chinese universities instead. Anyone considering this university must independently verify the latest NMC requirements directly with the National Medical Commission before applying. NEET (50th percentile General / 40th percentile reserved) remains mandatory for Indian students studying MBBS abroad in any case.
Can Bangladeshi students study MBBS at GLMU? Is the degree BMDC recognised?
Bangladeshi students may apply, but applicants should note that non-MOE Chinese programmes are not commonly included on BMDC's recognised foreign institutions list, which predominantly covers MOE-listed Chinese medical universities. Bangladeshi students should verify the current BMDC list directly before applying. Most Bangladeshi students seeking guaranteed BMDC recognition choose MOE-listed Chinese universities instead. SSC and HSC certificates with Physics, Chemistry and Biology are the core academic requirements.