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Best Universities for Humanities & Liberal Arts in China 2026

Top universities for humanities and liberal arts in China include Nanjing University, Fudan University. BrightKey has evaluated 2 institutions with relevant programs.

Evaluation draws on BrightKey's 6-dimension ratings and universities' publicly disclosed notable programs. Editorial standards.

Visa & post-study work

Post-study work visa not automatic; employer-sponsored work permit required

Application system

Direct + CSC scholarship

International tuition

¥20,000–60,000/year ($3,000–9,000)

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2 recommended universities, sorted by BrightKey rating

Nanjing University

Nanjing · Founded 1902 · 6% intl

AAA

Humanities & Liberal Arts programs

  • BA Chinese Language and Literature — Anchored by Nanjing's status as a historical Chinese capital across multiple dynasties. One of the deepest and most prestigious Chinese-language and literature departments nationally, with sustained government and cultural-institution placement for graduates.
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Fudan University

Shanghai · Founded 1905 · 10% intl

AAA

Humanities & Liberal Arts programs

  • School of International Relations and Public Affairs — China's leading international relations program. Wang Huning — current chairman of the CPPCC and Politburo Standing Committee member — developed his neoauthoritarianism theory while serving as professor and dean here.
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Other disciplines in China

Computer Science & Engineering →Business & Management →Medicine & Health Sciences →Law →Economics & Finance →Natural Sciences →Architecture & Design →

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