Language Proficiency Requirements 


Applicants whose first degree is obtained from an institution where the medium of instruction is not English should fulfill the minimum English proficiency requirement of CET4/6 score 430 or TOEFL score 65 or IELTS (Academic) score 5.5.


 Supporting documents for application 


  • One copy of all official transcripts and degree certificates

  • One copy of official English test score (CET4/6 or TOEFL or IELTS); TOEFL iBT Home Edition, IELTS Indicator and Duolingo are not acceptable.

  • Two confidential recommendation forms or reference letters from people familiar with the applicant’s academic performance and/or professional work (referees must be able to speak of the applicant’s ability to undertake academic work at an advanced level)

  • A 500-word personal statement in Chinese or English outlining their academic interests and objectives

  • Personal particulars: a copy of passport OR identity document issued by the applicant's home country

  • Any other supporting documents (publication, awards, etc.)


 Application Website 

http://gsadmission.uic.edu.cn/