Xinxiang / Henan Medical University (XXMU) - MBBS in China | Fee Structure, Eligibility & Admissions 2026
About the University
Medical Lineage
1896 (~130 years)
International Students
500+ currently
Hospitals
5 direct + 14 affiliated · 100+ bases
Clinical Medicine
National Double First-Class
Xinxiang Medical University - now officially renamed Henan Medical University - is a provincial public medical university in central China. Most Pakistani students and the broader international community continue to know it as Xinxiang Medical University or XXMU. The institution's lineage traces back to a Western medicine clinic opened in the ancient city of Weihui by a British doctor in 1896, later transformed into Boji Hospital in 1903 by a Canadian missionary. The formal Medical School was established in 1950 and received Ministry of Education approval under its current structure in 1982.
XXMU is one of the most established non-MOE universities for international MBBS. The university has been delivering international medical education since 2001 - over two decades of continuous experience - with 19 batches of international graduates and more than 500 Pakistani and international students currently enrolled. Clinical Medicine at XXMU is designated as a national Double First-Class discipline.
The university hosts over 28,000 students across 22 schools, with 12,860 faculty and staff (including affiliated hospital members) on a 1,744-acre campus with 1.25 million square metres of construction area. The library holds 2.12 million paper books and 3,753 GB of electronic resources, supported by 230 million RMB worth of research equipment. International partnerships span the USA, UK, Japan, Australia, Canada, Sweden and Nepal.
Medical Program and Faculty
Duration
6 Years
Medium
Full English
Clinical Training
5 Hospitals
XXMU's 6-year Clinical Medicine programme is English-medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) with English as the primary medium for medical subjects. Unlike most non-MOE universities, no HSK examination is required at the time of admission or during Year 1 - HSK Level 4 is only required before students enter the clinical years (typically around Year 3 or 4). This more gradual language development timeline is one of XXMU's signature advantages and makes it especially appealing to students who want to ease into Chinese alongside their medical studies.
Clinical training spans 5 directly affiliated hospitals (including Grade AAA First Affiliated Hospital with 2,800+ beds and Fourth Affiliated Xinxiang Central Hospital with 3,000+ beds), 14 non-affiliated hospitals and over 100 teaching practice bases. XXMU has 19 graduated international batches and the institutional experience to support overseas student cohorts from across South Asia, Nepal, India, Africa and beyond. Clinical Medicine is designated as a national Double First-Class discipline.
Faculty strength: Faculty mix of highly qualified Chinese professors and international educators, with English as the primary medium for medical subjects.
Affiliated Hospitals and Clinical Training
5 directly affiliated hospitals (incl. Grade AAA facilities) plus 14 non-affiliated hospitals and 100+ teaching practice bases provide exceptional clinical case variety.
Comprehensive clinical exposure across all major disciplines throughout the program.
First Affiliated Hospital
Weihui County · originated from 1896 Christian Huimin Hospital · Grade AAA comprehensive · 2,800+ beds
Second Affiliated Hospital (Mental Health Hospital of Henan Province)
Only Grade AAA provincial mental health hospital in Henan · 4-in-1 treatment, teaching, research and prevention
Third Affiliated Hospital
Modern comprehensive facility · eastern Xinxiang suburb · 1,400+ beds
Fourth Affiliated Hospital (Xinxiang Central Hospital)
Large comprehensive facility · 3,000+ beds
Fifth Affiliated Hospital (First Renmin Hospital)
Comprehensive facility · 1,600 beds
Xinxiang City and Campus Environment
City
Xinxiang, Henan (central China)
Airport
Zhengzhou Xinzheng International (~90 km)
Rail
Beijing-Guangzhou Railway · near Beijing
Living Cost
~900-1,300 RMB/month
Xinxiang City is located in the northern part of Henan Province in central China, bordered by the Taihang Mountains to the north and the Yellow River to the south - a geographically distinctive setting between two of China's most iconic natural landmarks. The city has a population of 5.7+ million and is a well-developed urban centre. Xinxiang is approximately 90 km from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport and is well connected by the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway, making travel to Beijing and other major cities straightforward.
Daily living costs are affordable, the campus environment is pleasant and safe, and the university offers a group shuttle service from Zhengzhou airport on arrival - a practical convenience not available at many other Chinese universities. Three canteens serve students with halal food available, and separate hostels are maintained for female international students.
Student life: Three canteens with halal food, separate female hostel, 3-sharing rooms, and a group shuttle from Zhengzhou airport on arrival.
Xinxiang - the northern Henan city bordered by the Taihang Mountains and the Yellow River, host to XXMU's international MBBS programme.
The Yellow River - bordering Xinxiang to the south and shaping the cultural heritage of central China.
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
International Recognitions and Approvals
Important Admission Requirements
MOE Listed vs Non-MOE: What it Means for You
XXMU / Henan Medical University is not on China's MOE list for English-medium MBBS programmes. However, unlike most non-MOE universities, NO HSK examination is required at admission or during Year 1 - HSK-4 is only needed before students enter the clinical years (~Year 3-4). This more gradual language timeline is a major XXMU advantage. The programme is internationally recognised by WHO, ECFMG and PMDC, with Clinical Medicine designated as a national Double First-Class discipline.
Language Requirement: HSK-4 Before Clinical Years (Not Year 1)
XXMU does not require HSK at the time of admission or during Year 1. HSK Level 4 is required before students can enter the clinical years of the programme, typically around Year 3 or 4. This is more student-friendly than universities requiring HSK-4 by the end of Year 1. Students should still begin Chinese language preparation early to be ready when the requirement applies.
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh Recognition
XXMU holds PMDC A-List standing - 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 · Double First-Class discipline |
| Medium | English Medium (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) · No HSK at entry or Year 1 |
| Intake | Autumn (September) |
| Year 1 All-In | 35,000 RMB (incl. 2,000 RMB application fee) |
| Annual Cost (Year 2-6) | 24,000 RMB + government-set visa/medical/insurance |
| Year 6 (Outside China) | 14,000 RMB + government fees (half tuition if internship abroad) |
| Total 6-Year Cost | ~1,55,000 RMB (internship in China) |
| Clinical Training | 5 direct + 14 non-affiliated hospitals · 100+ practice bases |
| Unique Feature | No HSK examination at entry or during Year 1 |
Recognitions & Approvals: What This Means
Eligibility Criteria
Required Documents
Fee Structure
MBBS Clinical Medicine (English Medium · 6 Years)
Year 1 is an all-inclusive 35,000 RMB package covering university fee, hostel, the 2,000 RMB application fee, admission fee and development charges. From Year 2 onwards the annual fee is 24,000 RMB (tuition 20,000 + hostel 4,000) plus government-set visa extension, medical checkup and insurance at actual prices (~2,000 RMB/year). If the Year 6 internship is completed outside China, half the Year 6 tuition is charged.
All-inclusive package
Includes tuition, hostel, application fee, admission fee and development charges
Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates)
Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates)
Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates)
Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates)
Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates)
Half tuition (10,000 RMB) if internship completed outside China
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Other Fees | Total (RMB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Included | Included | Incl. in package | 35,000 RMB |
| Year 2 | 20,000 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates) | 26,000 RMB |
| Year 3 | 20,000 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates) | 26,000 RMB |
| Year 4 | 20,000 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates) | 26,000 RMB |
| Year 5 | 20,000 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates) | 26,000 RMB |
| Year 6 (In China) | 20,000 RMB | 4,000 RMB | Visa + Medical + Insurance (govt rates) | 26,000 RMB |
| Total (6 Years) | ~165,000 RMB | |||
Notes on the fee structure:
- •Total 6-year MBBS cost: approximately RMB 1,55,000 (Year 1: 35,000 + Years 2-6: 24,000 base + govt fees).
- •Application fee of 2,000 RMB is included in the Year 1 package.
- •Government-set visa extension, medical checkup and insurance (~2,000 RMB/year) are paid separately at actual prices from Year 2.
- •Year 6 internship: full tuition if completed in China; half tuition (10,000 RMB) if completed outside China.
- •Hostel rooms are 3-sharing.
- •Books, bedding, air tickets, food and personal expenses are excluded.
Scholarships
Coverage
15,000 RMB one-time award
Eligibility
Top-performing international students (one of the highest one-time scholarship amounts at any non-MOE university)
Coverage
Partial tuition and/or living allowance
Eligibility
Outstanding international students at Henan universities
| Scholarship | Type | Coverage | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXMU Government Scholarship for Toppers | University / Government | 15,000 RMB one-time award | Top-performing international students (one of the highest one-time scholarship amounts at any non-MOE university) |
| Henan Provincial Government Scholarship | Provincial Government | Partial tuition and/or living allowance | Outstanding international students at Henan universities |
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By the Numbers
28,000+
Total Students
12,860
Faculty and Staff
22
Schools / Departments
2001 (19 batches)
International MBBS Since
500+
Current International Students
Why Xinxiang Medical University (Henan Medical University) Is Worth Considering?
- 1HSK-4 required only before clinical years - not in Year 1 (rare among non-MOE)
- 2PMDC A-List standing - strongest Pakistan recognition tier
- 319 international batches already graduated - longest track record
- 4500+ Pakistani and international students currently enrolled
- 5Clinical Medicine - national Double First-Class discipline
- 65 directly affiliated hospitals incl. Grade AAA (1,400-3,000 beds)
- 7Founded in 1896 - one of the oldest medical lineages
- 815,000 RMB one-time scholarship for top international students
- 9Beijing-Guangzhou Railway corridor - near Beijing
- 10Halal food, separate female hostel and airport shuttle arrangement
How to Apply via Titans Abroad
Xinxiang / Henan Medical University (XXMU) offers PMDC A-List, WHO and ECFMG recognised English-medium MBBS (Year 1: Chinese language foundation) in central China with the rare advantage of no HSK at entry or Year 1, 19 graduated batches, 5 directly affiliated hospitals including Grade AAA facilities, and a total 6-year cost of ~1,55,000 RMB. Titans Abroad handles your complete application, JW202, visa processing and travel to Xinxiang with airport shuttle from Zhengzhou.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xinxiang Medical University the same as Henan Medical University?
Yes. Henan Medical University and Xinxiang Medical University are the same institution. The university was officially renamed from Xinxiang Medical University to Henan Medical University. Most Pakistani students and the broader international community still know it as Xinxiang Medical University or XXMU. Both names refer to exactly the same university.
Is XXMU PMDC approved?
Yes. XXMU holds PMDC A-List standing and Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination after completing the 6-year MBBS. Always verify the current PMC NOC status at the time of your application.
Is XXMU MOE listed?
No. XXMU is not on China's MOE list for English-medium MBBS programmes. However, unlike most non-MOE universities, no HSK examination is required at admission or during Year 1. The programme is recognised by WHO, ECFMG and PMDC, and Clinical Medicine is designated as a national Double First-Class discipline.
What is the HSK requirement at XXMU?
HSK Level 4 is required before students can enter the clinical years of the programme, typically around Year 3 or 4. No HSK is required at admission or during Year 1. This is more student-friendly than universities that require HSK-4 by the end of Year 1. Students should still begin Chinese language preparation early to be ready when the requirement applies.
What is the total cost of MBBS at XXMU for 6 years?
The total 6-year MBBS cost is approximately RMB 1,55,000 with the internship completed in China (Year 1: 35,000 RMB; Years 2-6: 24,000 RMB base plus ~2,000 RMB government-set visa/medical/insurance fees). If the Year 6 internship is completed outside China, half the Year 6 tuition (10,000 RMB) is charged. Fees exclude food, books, bedding, air tickets and personal expenses.
Can the Year 6 internship be done in Pakistan?
Yes. If the internship is completed outside China, half the Year 6 tuition is charged. Students completing the internship in Pakistan should ensure the hospitals are PMDC approved.
Is halal food available at XXMU?
Yes. Halal food is available on campus. The university has three canteens serving students. Separate hostels are also maintained for female international students.
How many hospitals does XXMU have?
XXMU has 5 directly affiliated hospitals plus 14 non-affiliated hospitals and more than 100 teaching practice bases. The First Affiliated Hospital originated from the 1896 Christian Huimin Hospital and has over 2,800 beds. The Fourth Affiliated Hospital (Xinxiang Central Hospital) has over 3,000 beds.
Can Indian students study MBBS at XXMU? 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 XXMU? 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.
What scholarships does XXMU offer?
XXMU offers a 15,000 RMB one-time Government Scholarship for top international students - one of the highest one-time scholarship amounts at any non-MOE university. Students may also apply for Henan Provincial Government Scholarships separately.