Hebei North University (HEBNU) - MBBS in China | Fee Structure, Eligibility & Admissions 2026
About the University
Founded
2003 (heritage 1945)
International Students
300+
Training Bases
236+
Distinction
2022 Winter Olympics co-host city
Hebei North University was established in September 2003 with the approval of the Ministry of Education, formed by merging three long-standing provincial institutions: Zhangjiakou Medical College (founded as Bethune Hygiene Health School in 1945), Zhangjiakou Teachers College (founded 1923) and Zhangjiakou Advanced Postsecondary Agronomy School (founded 1954). This heritage gives HEBNU a medical education foundation dating back to 1945. It is the only multi-faculty university in northern Hebei Province.
HEBNU operates 4 campuses across Zhangjiakou (West, East, South, North) with the new East Campus built in 2007 with a 300 million RMB investment covering 1.14 million square metres alone. The university has 12 colleges including the School of Medical Sciences, College of Medical Laboratory and Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a library with 1.4+ million volumes plus PQDD, Springer and 10+ electronic databases, 7 advanced research laboratories, DNA testing centres and multimedia classrooms.
HEBNU hosts 300+ international students from Pakistan, Indonesia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Nigeria and other countries - a genuinely international campus. International partnerships span the USA, Canada, Australia, Japan and other countries with guest professors from abroad. The university's recognition profile includes PMDC, WHO, ECFMG, WCAME, WFME and HPCSA - a strong international recognition footprint for a non-MOE institution.
Medical Program and Faculty
Duration
6 Years
Medium
Full English
Clinical Training
2 Hospitals
HEBNU's 6-year MBBS programme dedicates Year 1 to intensive Chinese language (Mandarin) study; students must pass HSK Level 3 by the end of Year 1 to progress to the Clinical Medicine years. From Year 2 onwards, clinical medicine subjects are taught in English with Chinese used for clinical communication training and patient interaction during hospital rotations.
Clinical training is centred at the First Affiliated Hospital - the largest comprehensive hospital in the Hebei-Shanxi-Inner Mongolia interchange region - with rotations also taking place across the 236+ practical training bases. The university has trained students successfully for clinical internships both in China and in home countries. After document submission, applicants undertake an online WeChat interview conducted by the School of Medicine as part of the admission evaluation.
Faculty strength: Faculty across the School of Medical Sciences, College of Medical Laboratory, Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine and 9 other colleges, supported by international partnerships with USA, Canada, Australia and Japan with guest professors from abroad.
Affiliated Hospitals and Clinical Training
First Affiliated Hospital of HEBNU is the largest comprehensive hospital in the Hebei-Shanxi-Inner Mongolia interchange region. Combined with 236+ practical training bases, students gain wide clinical exposure across specialties.
Comprehensive clinical exposure across all major disciplines throughout the program.
First Affiliated Hospital of Hebei North University
Flagship teaching hospital · largest comprehensive medical institution in the Hebei-Shanxi-Inner Mongolia interchange region · state-level Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative · integrates treatment, teaching, research, prevention and rehabilitation
236+ Practical Training Bases
Extensive network of teaching hospitals and practice bases across Zhangjiakou and the wider Hebei-Shanxi-Inner Mongolia region · diverse rotations across general medicine, surgery, paediatrics, OB-GYN and specialist departments
Zhangjiakou City and Campus Environment
City
Zhangjiakou, Hebei (2022 Winter Olympics co-host)
Climate
Continental · cold winters, warm dry summers
Connectivity
High-speed rail to Beijing ~2 hours
Safety
One of the safest student cities in China
Zhangjiakou is a city in northwestern Hebei Province, situated approximately 180 km northwest of Beijing. The city gained significant international recognition as a co-host city for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, with skiing and biathlon venues located there. It is known as one of the safest and cleanest student cities in China with a low crime rate.
Despite being a mid-sized city, Zhangjiakou is well connected: high-speed rail to Beijing takes approximately 2 hours, and cities like Tianjin are also easily reachable. The city has a good range of restaurants, shops and tourist spots. The campus is located at 11 South Diamond Road, Gaoxin District. The climate is continental with cold winters and warm dry summers, typical of northern Hebei. It is considered one of the more practical and affordable student cities in northern China.
Student life: 4 campuses across Zhangjiakou; on-campus furnished dormitories with all amenities (internet, AC, washing machines, water dispensers); separate male/female; sports facilities and recreational infrastructure. 300+ international students from 7+ countries.
Zhangjiakou - the 2022 Winter Olympics co-host city and home to Hebei North University.
Zhangjiakou co-hosted the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, with skiing and biathlon venues located in the area.
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
International Recognitions and Approvals
Important Admission Requirements
MOE Listed vs Non-MOE: What it Means for You
Hebei North University is a Non-MOE listed university for the international MBBS programme. The course is English medium (with Year 1 dedicated to Chinese language foundation), with HSK-3 required by the end of Year 1. PMDC, WHO, ECFMG, WCAME, WFME and HPCSA recognition mean Pakistani, South African and globally licensed pathways remain open, but applicants who want a fully English-medium MOE-listed programme should compare against MOE-listed universities in this guide. Note that Hebei North University (HEBNU, Zhangjiakou) is different from Hebei Medical University (HEBMU, Shijiazhuang) - the latter is MOE-listed. Confirm current PMDC/PMC NOC status with Titans Abroad before applying.
Language Requirement: HSK
HEBNU requires international MBBS students to pass HSK Level 3 by the end of Year 1 to progress to the clinical medicine years. Year 1 is fully dedicated to Chinese language study. From Year 2, core medical subjects are taught in English with Chinese used for clinical communication. Begin Chinese language preparation 3-6 months before arrival.
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh Recognition
HEBNU is PMDC approved for Pakistani graduates, who are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination after MBBS completion. 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. NEET remains mandatory for any Indian student studying MBBS abroad. 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.
Program Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | Clinical Medicine (MBBS Equivalent) · 6 Years |
| Medium | English Medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) · HSK-3 by end of Year 1 |
| Intake | Autumn (September) |
| Interview | WeChat interview required after document submission |
| Year 1 All-In | ~37,600 RMB (includes management & liaison fee) |
| Annual Cost (Year 2-6) | 23,100 RMB (tuition 17,500 + hostel 4,000 + other 1,600) |
| Total 6-Year Cost | ~1,53,100 RMB |
| Application Fee | 1,500 RMB (separate, non-refundable) |
| Internship | Year 6 in China or home country |
Recognitions & Approvals: What This Means
Eligibility Criteria
Required Documents
Fee Structure
MBBS Clinical Medicine (English Medium · 6 Years)
Year 1 is approximately 37,600 RMB (all-inclusive: tuition + hostel + management & liaison fee 13,900 + medical checkup + insurance + visa + registration). From Year 2 onwards the annual cost is 23,100 RMB (tuition 17,500 + hostel 4,000 + checkup 400 + insurance 800 + visa 400). The 21,500 RMB published annual cost covers tuition + hostel combined. Application fee is 1,500 RMB (separate, non-refundable).
All-inclusive Year 1 package (incl. management & liaison fee 13,900)
Year 1 all-inclusive package
Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400)
Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400)
Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400)
Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400)
Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400)
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Other Fees | Total (RMB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Included | Included | Incl. in package | 37,600 RMB |
| Year 2 | 17,500 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400) | 23,100 RMB |
| Year 3 | 17,500 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400) | 23,100 RMB |
| Year 4 | 17,500 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400) | 23,100 RMB |
| Year 5 | 17,500 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400) | 23,100 RMB |
| Year 6 (Internship) | 17,500 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Checkup (400) + Insurance (800) + Visa (400) | 23,100 RMB |
| Total (6 Years) | ~153,100 RMB | |||
Notes on the fee structure:
- •Total 6-year MBBS cost: approximately 1,53,100 RMB.
- •Published university annual cost of 21,500 RMB covers tuition + hostel combined.
- •Management & liaison fee (13,900 RMB) is included in Year 1 only.
- •Application fee of 1,500 RMB is non-refundable.
- •Food, air tickets, electricity and personal expenses are not included.
Scholarships
Coverage
Merit-based; minimum 1,000 RMB; amount varies by academic performance, attendance and punctuality
Eligibility
All enrolled international students; assessed at the end of each academic year
Coverage
Full scholarship covering all fees; no payment required for tuition or hostel
Eligibility
Outstanding international students; highly competitive; based on academic performance and conduct
Coverage
Partial scholarship covering either tuition or hostel; student pays the remaining half
Eligibility
International students meeting provincial scholarship criteria; competitive
| Scholarship | Type | Coverage | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEBNU University Scholarship | University Merit | Merit-based; minimum 1,000 RMB; amount varies by academic performance, attendance and punctuality | All enrolled international students; assessed at the end of each academic year |
| Hebei Government Scholarship (Full) | Provincial Government | Full scholarship covering all fees; no payment required for tuition or hostel | Outstanding international students; highly competitive; based on academic performance and conduct |
| Hebei Government Scholarship (Half) | Provincial Government | Partial scholarship covering either tuition or hostel; student pays the remaining half | International students meeting provincial scholarship criteria; competitive |
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By the Numbers
2003 (medical heritage 1945)
Founded
4 (West, East, South, North)
Campuses
7 advanced
Research Laboratories
300+
International Students
236+
Practical Training Bases
1.4 million+
Library Volumes
Why Hebei North University Is Worth Considering?
- 121,500 RMB/year (tuition + hostel combined) - among the most affordable PMDC-approved MBBS in China
- 2Total 6-year cost ~1,53,100 RMB - one of the lowest available
- 3PMDC, WHO, ECFMG, WCAME, WFME and HPCSA recognised - 6 international bodies
- 4Year 6 internship in China or home country
- 5300+ international students from diverse nationalities
- 6Only multi-faculty university in northern Hebei Province
- 7236+ practical training bases for clinical exposure
- 8Zhangjiakou: 2022 Winter Olympics co-host city; safe, clean, affordable
- 92 hours from Beijing by high-speed rail
- 10Hebei Government full and half scholarships available
How to Apply via Titans Abroad
Hebei North University (HEBNU) offers PMDC, WHO, ECFMG, WCAME, WFME and HPCSA recognised English-medium MBBS (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) at one of the most affordable rates in China (21,500 RMB/year tuition + hostel; total 6-year cost ~1,53,100 RMB). Located in Zhangjiakou (2022 Winter Olympics co-host city), 2 hours from Beijing by high-speed rail. Titans Abroad handles your full application, JW202, WeChat interview preparation, visa processing and travel to Zhangjiakou.
Application Process
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Pre-Admission Letter
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hebei North University (HEBNU) recognised in Pakistan?
Yes. HEBNU is PMDC approved. Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination after completing the 6-year MBBS. HEBNU is also WHO recognised, ECFMG listed, WCAME accredited, WFME recognised and HPCSA recognised (South Africa) - one of the strongest international recognition profiles among non-MOE universities in this guide. Always verify the current PMDC NOC status at the time of application.
Is HEBNU on the MOE list for international MBBS?
No. HEBNU is not on the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) English-medium MBBS list. The international MBBS is English-medium (Year 1 is a Chinese language foundation year) with HSK-3 required by the end of Year 1. Pakistani graduates remain eligible for the PMDC/PMC licensing examination via PMDC recognition.
What is the HSK requirement at HEBNU?
HSK Level 3 is required by the end of Year 1 to progress to the clinical medicine years. This is the standard requirement at non-MOE bilingual universities. Year 1 is fully dedicated to Chinese language study. Begin Chinese language preparation 3-6 months before arrival.
What is the total cost of MBBS at HEBNU for 6 years?
Approximately 1,53,100 RMB. Year 1 is approximately 37,600 RMB (includes management & liaison fee of 13,900 RMB). Years 2-6 are approximately 23,100 RMB each. The 1,500 RMB application fee is additional. Food, air tickets, electricity and personal expenses are not included.
What is the annual cost at HEBNU?
The university's published annual cost is 21,500 RMB, which covers tuition and hostel combined - one of the lowest annual costs among PMDC-approved MBBS universities in China. From Year 2 onwards, adding medical checkup (400), insurance (800) and visa extension (400) brings the annual total to approximately 23,100 RMB.
Can the Year 6 internship be done in Pakistan?
Yes. The Year 6 internship can be completed in China at HEBNU's affiliated hospitals, or in the student's home country. The university has trained students successfully for both options. Titans Abroad can guide you on the home-country internship process. Pakistani students should verify with PMC that a home-country internship will be accepted for NRE/NLE eligibility.
Is a WeChat interview required for HEBNU admission?
Yes. After submitting documents, the School of Medicine at HEBNU conducts an online interview via WeChat as part of the admission evaluation. Upon passing the interview, the university issues the formal admission acceptance letter. Titans Abroad will help you prepare.
What is the difference between Hebei North University and Hebei Medical University?
Hebei North University (HEBNU) is a non-MOE listed multi-faculty university in Zhangjiakou, founded in 2003, offering English-medium MBBS (Year 1: Chinese language) at 21,500 RMB/year. Hebei Medical University (HEBMU) is a MOE-listed English-medium university in Shijiazhuang, founded in 1894, offering English MBBS at approximately 41,000 RMB/year. They are completely separate institutions in different cities.
What is Zhangjiakou like for students?
Zhangjiakou is a clean, safe mid-sized city in northern Hebei Province, co-host of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. It has a low crime rate, affordable cost of living, good range of restaurants and shops, and is 2 hours from Beijing by high-speed rail. The continental climate brings cold winters and warm dry summers. It is considered one of the more practical and affordable student cities in northern China.
Can Indian students study MBBS at HEBNU? 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. Verify the latest NMC requirements directly with the National Medical Commission before applying. NEET (50th percentile General / 40th percentile reserved) remains mandatory for any Indian student studying MBBS abroad.
Can Bangladeshi students study MBBS at HEBNU? 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. 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.
Does HEBNU offer scholarships for international students?
Yes. HEBNU offers a University Scholarship (merit-based; minimum 1,000 RMB, varies by academic performance, attendance and punctuality), Hebei Government Scholarship (Full) covering all fees and Hebei Government Scholarship (Half) covering either tuition or hostel. All are highly competitive and performance-based after enrolment - do not plan your budget assuming you will receive one.