Welcome to China and Book Your Seat for 2025 March & September Intake
Chinese universities normally contains two admission intakes every year, March intake and September intake. Usually, the application for March intake start from September to January next year; The application for September intake start from January to June. But some universities like Tsinghua University already start their 2025 September admission from September, 2024.
March Intake VS September Intake
1. Universities
All universities provide September intake, only a few universities are available for March intake.
2. Major
Most universities offer a myriad number of courses for September intake, a comparatively smaller number of courses for March intake.
3. Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rates are usually university specific, and generally do not depend on which semester you are applying in. But, you should remember the fact that since there are few universities are available for March intake, it might be harder for admission if you don't prepare well in advance.
4. Scholarship Chance
There are funding options available for March semester students as well, but there are more opportunities for September intake when compared to March. If you decide to choose March intake, remember it’s never too early to apply.
5. Application Procedure
March intake has the same process as the September intake. You have to fill out an application form and submit the application materials. Hence there are no differences when it comes to these two sessions.
6. Visa
Visa doesn’t depend on which season you’ve been admitted or when you have received your admit. Visa is provided on a fair basis of eligibility and qualification. If you have the right qualification, your visa will most likely be approved.
In conclusion, there are various pros and cons of applying for March or September intake depending on how you plan is. SICAS suggests rather than losing out on a year and waiting for the next session, the March intake can prove to be a viable option.
These Chinese University already start 2025 September intake Application!
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Beijing Institue of Technology
Northwestern Polytechnical University
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