Jining Medical University - MBBS in China | Fee Structure, Eligibility & Admissions 2026
About the University
Founded
1952
Graduated Batches
19+ (high NLE pass ratio)
Clinical Network
2+16 hospitals · 170+ bases
Dual Campus
Rizhao + Jining (Confucius birthplace)
Jining Medical University (Jining MU) was established in 1952 and is a public provincial medical college in Shandong Province with a distinctive dual-campus model. The institution has grown substantially, featuring 6,165 faculty members, 19 teaching units, and extensive research capabilities including 34 research institutes. Jining MU has maintained recognition as a Provincial Civilized Unit for 25 consecutive years.
The university's dual-campus structure places international students at the Rizhao coastal campus for Years 1-2 (basic medical sciences) and the Jining Taibai Lake campus for Years 3-6 (clinical medical training). Rizhao is consistently ranked among the safest and most livable cities in China and is on the Yellow Sea coast. Jining is historically significant as the birthplace of Confucius and Mencius and near UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Jining MU has 19+ batches of overseas students already graduated with one of the highest PMC/DC NLE passing ratios among non-MOE Chinese universities. The MBBS curriculum is aligned with USMLE, PLAB, PMC and AMC standards. Clinical infrastructure includes 2 directly affiliated hospitals, 16 non-affiliated partner hospitals, 170+ practice teaching bases, 23 community medical practice teaching bases and 9 provincial key specialties (Shandong Province recognised).
Medical Program and Faculty
Duration
6 Years
Medium
Full English
Clinical Training
3 Hospitals
Jining MU's 6-year Clinical Medicine MBBS programme is English-medium (Year 1 is a Chinese language foundation year): students must achieve HSK-3 by the end of the second semester (Year 1) to progress into the clinical curriculum and HSK-4 before graduation. The first year is dedicated to intensive Chinese language preparation. The 19+ graduated batches with one of the highest PMC/DC NLE passing ratios among non-MOE Chinese universities reflect strong programme execution.
The dual-campus structure places students at the Rizhao coastal campus (Years 1-2 basic medical sciences) and Jining Taibai Lake campus (Years 3-6 clinical medical training). Clinical training utilises 2 directly affiliated hospitals, 16 non-affiliated partner hospitals, 170+ practice teaching bases and 23 community medical bases. The curriculum is aligned with USMLE, PLAB, PMC and AMC standards, supporting international licensing pathways.
Faculty strength: Curriculum aligned with USMLE, PLAB, PMC and AMC standards - supporting graduates pursuing international licensing pathways.
Affiliated Hospitals and Clinical Training
2 directly affiliated + 16 non-affiliated + 170+ practice + 23 community bases - one of the most extensive clinical networks among non-MOE universities.
Comprehensive clinical exposure across all major disciplines throughout the program.
Affiliated Hospital of Jining MU
Directly affiliated · primary clinical training site for international MBBS
Second Affiliated Hospital of Jining MU
Directly affiliated · additional clinical rotations
16 Non-Affiliated Partner Hospitals + 170+ Practice Bases
Plus 23 community medical practice teaching bases for extensive clinical exposure
Rizhao / Jining City and Campus Environment
Cities
Rizhao (coastal Y1-2) · Jining (inland Y3-6)
Rizhao
Yellow Sea coast · safest/most livable city
Jining
Birthplace of Confucius · UNESCO sites
Transport
Shandong rail network · near Beijing
The Rizhao campus is on the Yellow Sea coast - Rizhao is consistently ranked among the safest and most livable cities in China and offers a coastal student experience with beach access. The Jining campus is in a historically significant inland city - the birthplace of Confucius and Mencius and near UNESCO World Heritage sites. This dual-campus model gives students two distinct city experiences across the 6-year programme.
Both campuses feature mandatory on-campus dormitories (CCTV secured), Muslim cafeteria with halal options, ATMs, supermarket, campus hospital, study areas and playgrounds. The dual-campus structure exposes students to both coastal and historical cultural environments while maintaining academic and clinical continuity.
Student life: Mandatory CCTV-secured on-campus dormitories, Muslim cafeteria with halal options, dual coastal/historical city exposure, and one of the highest PMC NLE pass ratios among non-MOE universities.
Rizhao - the Yellow Sea coastal city that hosts Jining Medical University's Years 1-2 campus.
The Confucius Temple at Qufu, Shandong - near Jining MU's Years 3-6 inland campus in the birthplace of Confucius.
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
International Recognitions and Approvals
Important Admission Requirements
MOE Listed vs Non-MOE: What it Means for You
Jining MU 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 HSK-3 by end of Year 1 Sem-2 and HSK-4 before graduation. PMC, WHO, ECFMG and FAIMER recognition remain in place. Pakistani graduates can sit the PMDC/PMC licensing examination after MBBS completion, and Jining MU has one of the highest PMC/DC NLE pass ratios among non-MOE Chinese universities.
Language Requirement: HSK-3 by Year 1 Sem-2, HSK-4 before Graduation
Students must achieve HSK-3 by the end of the second semester (Year 1) to progress into the clinical curriculum and HSK-4 before graduation. Year 1 includes intensive Chinese language preparation. This staged HSK requirement is one of the more gradual progressions in this guide.
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh Recognition
Jining MU is PMC approved - Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NLE/NRE licensing examination, with one of the highest PMC/DC NLE pass ratios among non-MOE Chinese universities. 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.
Program Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Clinical Medicine (MBBS Equivalent) · 6 Years · dual-campus |
| Structure | Years 1-2 Rizhao (coastal) · Years 3-6 Jining (inland) |
| Medium | English Medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) · HSK-3 by Year 1 Sem-2 · HSK-4 before graduation |
| Intake | Autumn (September) |
| Year 1 All-In | 31,000 RMB (26,000 on arrival after 5,000 RMB deposit deduction) |
| Annual Cost (Year 2-6) | 24,800 RMB (tuition 20,000 + hostel 3,600 + visa/insurance 1,200) |
| Total 6-Year Cost | ~1,30,200 RMB · Year 6 waived if internship in home country |
| Application Fee | 1,000 RMB + 5,000 RMB refundable security deposit + 600 RMB hostel deposit |
| Track Record | 19+ graduated batches · high PMC/DC NLE pass ratio |
Recognitions & Approvals: What This Means
Eligibility Criteria
Required Documents
Fee Structure
MBBS Clinical Medicine (English Medium · 6 Years · Dual Campus)
Year 1 is a 31,000 RMB package (26,000 RMB paid on arrival after the 5,000 RMB refundable security deposit is deducted). From Year 2 onwards the annual cost is 24,800 RMB (tuition 20,000 + hostel 3,600 + visa/insurance 1,200). Year 6 fees are waived if the internship is completed in the student's home country. Application fee is 1,000 RMB; security deposit 5,000 RMB (refundable); hostel deposit 600 RMB (refundable at graduation).
All-inclusive (5,000 RMB deposit deducted)
26,000 RMB on arrival after deposit deduction
Visa + Insurance
Visa + Insurance
Visa + Insurance
Visa + Insurance
Visa + Insurance · WAIVED if internship in home country
Year 6 fees waived for home-country internship
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Other Fees | Total (RMB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Rizhao) | Included | Included | Incl. in package | 31,000 RMB |
| Year 2 (Rizhao) | 20,000 RMB | 3,600 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 24,800 RMB |
| Year 3 (Jining) | 20,000 RMB | 3,600 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 24,800 RMB |
| Year 4 (Jining) | 20,000 RMB | 3,600 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 24,800 RMB |
| Year 5 (Jining) | 20,000 RMB | 3,600 RMB | Visa + Insurance | 24,800 RMB |
| Year 6 (Internship) | 20,000 RMB | 3,600 RMB | Visa + Insurance · WAIVED if internship in home country | 24,800 RMB |
| Total (6 Years) | ~155,000 RMB | |||
Notes on the fee structure:
- •Total 6-year MBBS cost: approximately RMB 1,30,200 (lower with Year 6 home-country internship waiver).
- •Application fee: 1,000 RMB (non-refundable).
- •Security deposit: 5,000 RMB (refundable; deducted from Year 1 on arrival).
- •Hostel security deposit: 600 RMB (refundable at graduation).
- •Year 6 fees fully waived for students completing internship in home country - rare financial benefit.
- •Excluded: food, airfare and personal expenses.
Scholarships
Coverage
5,000-30,000 RMB/year
Eligibility
Year 2+ enrolled students based on academic performance
Coverage
Full sixth-year fees waived
Eligibility
Students completing internship in their home country
Coverage
5,000-15,000 RMB
Eligibility
High-performing students at Shandong universities
| Scholarship | Type | Coverage | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jining MU Performance Scholarship | University Merit | 5,000-30,000 RMB/year | Year 2+ enrolled students based on academic performance |
| Year 6 Fee Waiver | University | Full sixth-year fees waived | Students completing internship in their home country |
| Shandong Provincial Scholarship | Provincial | 5,000-15,000 RMB | High-performing students at Shandong universities |
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By the Numbers
6,165
Faculty
19
Teaching Units
34
Research Institutes
350
Senior Professional Staff
620+
Faculty with Master's+
Why Jining Medical University Is Worth Considering?
- 119+ batches of overseas students already graduated with one of the highest PMC/DC NLE pass ratios among non-MOE Chinese universities
- 2Unique dual-campus experience combining coastal Rizhao and historical Jining
- 3Year 6 fee waiver for home country internship (rare financial benefit)
- 4Curriculum aligned with international licensing standards (USMLE, PLAB, PMC, AMC)
- 5Performance scholarships available from Year 2 (5,000-30,000 RMB/year)
- 6170+ teaching hospitals and practice bases for clinical exposure
- 7Muslim-friendly campus infrastructure
- 8Strong research facilities and institutional stability
- 9Rizhao consistently ranked among safest and most livable cities in China
- 10Jining campus near UNESCO World Heritage sites (Confucius birthplace)
How to Apply via Titans Abroad
Jining Medical University offers PMC, WHO, ECFMG and FAIMER recognised English-medium MBBS (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) with a unique dual-campus structure (coastal Rizhao Y1-2 + Confucius birthplace Jining Y3-6), Year 6 fee waiver for home-country internship, 19+ graduated batches with high PMC NLE pass ratios, and ~1,30,200 RMB total 6-year cost. Titans Abroad handles your complete application, JW202, visa processing and travel to Rizhao.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jining Medical University recognised in Pakistan?
Yes. Jining Medical University is approved by PMC and graduates are eligible for the NLE/NRE licensing examination. The university has one of the highest PMC/DC NLE pass ratios among non-MOE Chinese universities. Current NOC status should be verified at application time.
Is Jining MU MOE listed?
No. Jining MU is not on the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) English-medium MBBS list. The programme is English-medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) with HSK-3 by Year 1 Sem-2 and HSK-4 before graduation.
What is the HSK requirement at Jining MU?
HSK-3 must be passed by the end of the second semester (Year 1) to progress into the clinical medicine curriculum. HSK-4 must be passed before graduation.
What is the total cost of MBBS at Jining MU for 6 years?
Approximately RMB 1,30,200 based on official fees, reduced further with Year 6 waiver for home-country internship. Excludes application fee (1,000 RMB), refundable security deposit (5,000 RMB), hostel deposit (600 RMB), food, airfare and personal expenses.
How does the dual-campus system work?
International students spend Years 1 and 2 at the Rizhao coastal campus studying basic medical sciences. From Year 3, they move to the Jining campus to complete their clinical medical training for Years 3 through 6.
Is the Year 6 fee really waived?
Yes. For students completing the Year 6 internship in their home country, the full sixth-year fees are waived - a rare financial benefit that significantly reduces the total cost of the programme.
Does Jining MU have halal food?
Yes. A Muslim cafeteria is available on campus, and diverse cuisine choices are prioritised across both Rizhao and Jining campuses.
Can I apply for scholarships at Jining MU?
Yes. Multiple scholarship streams are available based on academic performance and country of origin: JMU Performance Scholarship (5,000-30,000 RMB/year from Year 2) and Shandong Provincial Scholarship.
Can Indian students study MBBS at Jining MU? 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 Jining MU? 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.