Capital Medical University (CCMU) MBBS in China | Fee Structure, Scholarships & Eligibility Guide 2026
About the University
Founded
1960
Clinical Medicine
ESI Top 0.1%
Hospitals
19 Affiliated
Total Students
14,464
Capital Medical University (CCMU) is consistently ranked among the top one or two medical universities in China, with its Clinical Medicine discipline sitting in the ESI global top 0.1% - the highest tier of international research excellence. Founded in 1960 as Beijing Second Medical College by Professor Wu Jieping, a pioneering Chinese urologist, Capital Medical University adopted its current name in 2006. Located in the Fengtai District of Beijing, Capital Medical University operates under the direct oversight of the Beijing Municipal Government and serves as the primary institution for advanced medical research and clinical training in the Chinese capital.
Capital Medical University is home to 14,464 full-time students and 39,356 teaching and medical staff, including 904 professors, 1,299 associate professors, 7 academicians, and 1,024 doctoral supervisors. Alongside Clinical Medicine's ESI global top 0.1% standing, Neuroscience, Pharmacology and Toxicology, and Immunology each rank in the ESI top 1%. The university has established partnerships with over 50 universities across 20+ countries and currently hosts 703 international students. Its 19 affiliated hospitals span every major clinical specialty, with flagship institutions including Beijing Tiantan Hospital (Asia's largest neurosurgery centre) and Beijing Tongren Hospital (founded 1886, one of China's oldest specialist hospitals).
For Pakistani students, Capital Medical University holds A-List PMC/PMDC approval - placing it among the most prestigious MBBS destinations available from China. The Beijing location provides unmatched connectivity: two international airports, the world's most extensive metro system, and China's capital-city resources available to students throughout their six-year program. Students completing MBBS at Capital Medical University are eligible for USMLE (USA), UKMLA/PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), NRE/NLE (Pakistan), and FMGE/NExT (India) licensing examinations.
Capital Medical University Main Campus Building - Fengtai District, Beijing
Capital Medical University Academic Building - Campus Grounds in Spring
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
Medical Program and Faculty
Duration
6 Years
Medium
Full English
Clinical Training
6 Hospitals
The MBBS (Clinical Medicine) program at Capital Medical University is fully English-medium and MOE-listed, structured over 6 years: 5 academic years and 1 year of internship. A compulsory 3-month foundation course (~12,500 RMB, paid separately on arrival) precedes the main program, covering bridging sciences to prepare students for the Chinese medical curriculum. No HSK, IELTS, or TOEFL is required at any stage. Medical subjects begin from the first day of enrollment alongside the foundation course.
The 6-year program comprises 6 semesters of basic medical sciences, 3 semesters of clinical medicine, and 1.5 years of internship - 1 year compulsory at Capital Medical University-affiliated hospitals in Beijing, plus a 6-month elective component that can be completed in China or abroad. This elective internship abroad option is a distinguishing feature of Capital Medical University that few Chinese medical universities offer, giving graduates international clinical exposure before licensure.
The faculty includes 904 full professors, 1,299 associate professors, 7 academicians, and 1,024 doctoral supervisors from a total teaching and medical staff of 39,356. Capital Medical University's research profile is exceptional: Clinical Medicine is ESI global top 0.1%, while Neuroscience, Pharmacology and Toxicology, and Immunology are each ESI top 1%. With 11 academic schools and 21 clinical medical schools spread across 19 affiliated hospitals, Capital Medical University combines deep clinical training with cutting-edge research infrastructure.
Faculty strength: 904 full professors · 1,299 associate professors · 39,356 teaching and medical staff · 7 academicians · 1,024 doctoral supervisors.
Affiliated Hospitals and Clinical Training
19 Affiliated Teaching Hospitals · Asia's Largest Neurosurgery Centre (Beijing Tiantan)
Comprehensive clinical exposure across all major disciplines throughout the 6-year program.
Xuanwu Hospital
1st Clinical School · Founded 1959 · Specialises in neurology and geriatrics
Beijing Friendship Hospital
2nd Clinical School · Founded 1953 · Digestive diseases and organ transplantation
Beijing Chaoyang Hospital
3rd Clinical School · Founded 1958 · Respiratory medicine and cardiology
Beijing Tongren Hospital
4th Clinical School · Founded 1886 · Ophthalmology and cardiovascular disease
Beijing Tiantan Hospital
5th Clinical School · Founded 1956 · Largest neurosurgery centre in Asia
Beijing Anzhen Hospital
6th Clinical School · Founded 1984 · Cardiopulmonary vascular disease
Capital Medical University Affiliated Hospital Tower - Beijing
Beijing Tiantan Hospital - Asia's Largest Neurosurgery Centre
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
Beijing City and Campus Environment
Population
~22 Million
Winter
−5°C to −15°C
Summer
30–38°C
Transit
Metro + 2 Airports
Beijing is the capital and political, cultural, and educational centre of China, with a population of approximately 22 million. As the national capital, Beijing offers infrastructure unmatched by any other Chinese university city - Beijing Capital International Airport (BCIA) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) together serve over 100 international routes, making direct connections to Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and most other home countries readily available.
Beijing has a continental climate with four distinct seasons. Winters run December through February and can reach −5°C to −15°C, with all campus buildings and dormitories centrally heated throughout the cold months. Summers are hot at 30–38°C, with a rainy season in July and August. Spring and autumn offer mild and comfortable conditions ideal for outdoor activities. The Beijing metro system - among the world's most extensive - connects virtually every part of the city.
The Capital Medical University international campus is in Fengtai District with metro access to central Beijing. Halal and Indian food options are available in the campus canteen and widely throughout Beijing. The city has a large and well-organised international student community with active Pakistani and South Asian student associations at Capital Medical University providing social networks, housing guidance, and practical support for new arrivals.
Student life: Halal and Indian food options are available in the Capital Medical University campus canteen and widely throughout Beijing. Beijing has a well-established international community with active Pakistani and South Asian student associations at Capital Medical University supporting new arrivals.
International Recognitions and Approvals
Important Admission Requirements
CSCA Exam
All undergraduate MBBS applicants must sit the CSCA (China Standardized College Entrance Exam for International Students), administered online by the Chinese government five times per year (January, March, April, June, December). For Capital Medical University MBBS, Mathematics is compulsory and either Physics or Chemistry must be chosen as the elective subject. CSCA scores are valid for 2 years and are also considered in scholarship evaluations. Titans Abroad can assist with CSCA registration and preparation.
Foundation Course
All admitted international MBBS students at Capital Medical University must complete a compulsory three-month foundation course before the main MBBS program begins. The fee is approximately 12,500 RMB, paid separately on arrival at campus. This course covers bridging sciences and orients students to the Chinese medical curriculum. It cannot be waived or skipped - every international MBBS student at Capital Medical University completes it regardless of prior academic background.
Application & Documentation
No admission interview or English proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL) is required. Submit your completed application form, passport, high school transcripts, CSCA result transcript, physical examination form (Hepatitis B, HIV, syphilis, TB blood tests within 6 months), and police clearance certificate. Titans Abroad reviews your complete document package before submission to ensure a smooth admission process.
Program Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Clinical Medicine (MBBS) | Full English Medium |
| Duration | 6 Years (5 academic + 1 internship; 6-month elective can be done abroad) |
| Intakes | September (Annual) |
| Medium | Full English Medium (MOE Listed) |
| University Type | MOE Listed | Public Medical University | Beijing Municipal Government |
| Location | No. 331 Xitieying, Youanmenwai, Fengtai District, Beijing 100069 |
| HSK Requirement | None at any stage |
| Hostel | Triple room: 7,500 RMB/year | Double room: 15,000 RMB/year |
| Foundation Course | Compulsory 3-month course (~12,500 RMB), paid on arrival before MBBS begins |
| CSCA Exam | Required - Mathematics compulsory + Physics or Chemistry elective |
| English Proficiency | No IELTS or TOEFL required |
| Clinical Schools | 21 clinical medical schools across 19 affiliated hospitals in Beijing |
| Internship | 1 year compulsory at Capital Medical University hospitals + 6 months elective (can be completed abroad) |
Campus & Facilities
West Campus (International)
📍 Fengtai District, Beijing
Dedicated international student campus spanning 3.5 acres (34,000 sq meters). Features 20 multimedia classrooms, 2 computer rooms, 3 bridge course labs, language lab, canteen, coffee bar, supermarket, and 2 basketball courts. 24-hour CCTV security and full WiFi throughout campus. Halal and Indian food options available. Triple rooms: 7,500 RMB/year; double rooms: 15,000 RMB/year.
MOE Listed: What This Means?
Eligibility Criteria
Required Documents
Fee Structure
Application fee paid separately. Year 1 includes tuition, hostel (triple room), visa extension, insurance, medical checkup, and one-time liaison & management charges. From Year 2 onwards: tuition 50,000 + hostel 7,500 + visa extension & insurance 1,600 = 59,100 RMB (triple room). Double room option: 15,000 RMB/year hostel (Years 2–6 total: 66,600 RMB/year). Foundation course (~12,500 RMB) is payable separately on arrival and is not included in the table.
Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) + Medical Checkup (400) + Liaison & Management Charges (15,000)
Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB
Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB
Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB
Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB
Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Other Fees | Total (RMB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 50,000 RMB | 7,500 RMB | Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) + Medical Checkup (400) + Liaison & Management Charges (15,000) | 74,500 RMB |
| Year 2 | 50,000 RMB | 7,500 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB | 59,100 RMB |
| Year 3 | 50,000 RMB | 7,500 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB | 59,100 RMB |
| Year 4 | 50,000 RMB | 7,500 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB | 59,100 RMB |
| Year 5 | 50,000 RMB | 7,500 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB | 59,100 RMB |
| Year 6 (Internship) | 50,000 RMB | 7,500 RMB | Visa Extension + Insurance = 1,600 RMB | 59,100 RMB |
| Total (6-Year MBBS Program) | ~370,000 RMB | |||
Notes on the fee structure:
- •Total 6-year cost: approximately RMB 370,000 (triple room).
- •Triple room (7,500 RMB/year) used in table above. Double room option: 15,000 RMB/year hostel (Year 1 total: 82,000 RMB; Years 2–6 total: 66,600 RMB/year each).
- •Foundation course (~12,500 RMB) is a separate one-time payment made on arrival before MBBS begins - not included in Year 1 package above.
- •Application fee (1,500 RMB) is paid separately before admission.
- •All fees are non-refundable once paid. Fees quoted in RMB and subject to change - confirm current rates before applying.
- •Liaison, processing and management charges (RMB 15,000) are one-time only in Year 1. These include: Documents attestation guidance, Gerry visa processing assistance, Visa interview preparation, Pre-departure services, Luggage and Travel advice, Group travelling arrangements, Post landing services, contractor charges, university selection guidance, Office Service Fee, JW202/Visa Letter, Courier, Pickup etc.
Scholarships
Coverage
Partial to full tuition reduction
Eligibility
All enrolled international students - awarded based on academic performance
Coverage
20,000 RMB/year for bachelor students
Eligibility
Outstanding international undergraduates at Beijing universities - exclusive to Beijing institutions
Coverage
Full tuition + hostel + up to RMB 3,000/month stipend + insurance
Eligibility
Competitive selection through HEC (Type A) or direct university application (Type B)
Coverage
Full tuition + accommodation + RMB 2,500/month stipend
Eligibility
Students from Belt and Road Initiative countries including Pakistan
| Scholarship | Type | Coverage | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Medical University University Scholarship | Merit-based | Partial to full tuition reduction | All enrolled international students - awarded based on academic performance |
| Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship | Municipal Government | 20,000 RMB/year for bachelor students | Outstanding international undergraduates at Beijing universities - exclusive to Beijing institutions |
| Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) | Full Government Scholarship | Full tuition + hostel + up to RMB 3,000/month stipend + insurance | Competitive selection through HEC (Type A) or direct university application (Type B) |
| Belt and Road Scholarship | Government Scholarship | Full tuition + accommodation + RMB 2,500/month stipend | Students from Belt and Road Initiative countries including Pakistan |
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By the Numbers
904
Professors
1,299
Associate Professors
39,356
Teaching & Medical Staff
1,024
Doctoral Supervisors
7
Academicians
Why Capital Medical University Is Worth Considering?
- 1Ranked top 1–2 medical university in China - consistently among the most prestigious institutions in the country for clinical medicine.
- 2Clinical Medicine ESI global top 0.1%: genuinely world-class research output that reflects the quality of training and faculty depth.
- 319 affiliated hospitals in Beijing - covering neurology, neurosurgery, cardiology, ophthalmology, organ transplantation, respiratory, paediatrics, stomatology, and more.
- 4Beijing Tiantan Hospital: the largest neurosurgery centre in Asia - a unique and unmatched clinical training environment not available at any other Chinese MBBS university.
- 5Beijing Tongren Hospital: founded 1886, one of the oldest and most distinguished ophthalmology and ENT specialist hospitals in China.
- 66-month elective internship can be completed abroad - a rare feature among Chinese MBBS programs, giving graduates practical international clinical exposure.
- 7Beijing location: capital city, two international airports, world-class metro, and China's best international flight connectivity for students returning home.
- 8Exclusive Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship of 20,000 RMB/year - available only to international students at Beijing universities, not available at any university outside Beijing.
- 97 academicians on faculty and partnerships with 50+ international universities in 20+ countries.
- 10MOE Listed and simultaneously recognised by PMC/PMDC Pakistan (A-List), NMC India, BMDC Bangladesh, and Thailand Medical Council.
How to Apply via Titans Abroad
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Capital Medical University (CCMU) recognised in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh?
Yes. Capital Medical University (CCMU) is PMC/PMDC approved (A-List) for Pakistani students, NMC approved for Indian students, and BMDC approved for Bangladeshi students. Capital Medical University is also WHO recognised and ECFMG listed. As a MOE-listed university, Capital Medical University carries the highest level of international recognition available for a Chinese MBBS program.
Is HSK required at Capital Medical University (CCMU)?
No. Capital Medical University (CCMU) is a MOE-listed university and its MBBS program is fully English-medium. No HSK is required at any stage of the 6-year program at Capital Medical University.
What is the foundation course at Capital Medical University (CCMU) and is it compulsory?
Yes, it is compulsory. All admitted international MBBS students at Capital Medical University (CCMU) must complete a three-month foundation course before the main MBBS program begins. The fee is approximately 12,500 RMB, paid separately on arrival at Capital Medical University. The course covers bridging sciences to prepare students for the Chinese medical curriculum. It cannot be waived.
Can the 6-month elective internship at Capital Medical University (CCMU) be done abroad?
Yes. Capital Medical University's (Capital Medical University) 1.5-year internship consists of 1 year compulsory at Capital Medical University-affiliated hospitals in Beijing plus a 6-month elective component that can be completed in China or abroad. This gives Capital Medical University graduates an opportunity for international clinical exposure that is rare among Chinese medical universities.
What is the Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship at Capital Medical University (CCMU)?
The Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship of 20,000 RMB per year is available only to outstanding international undergraduate students at Beijing universities. Since Capital Medical University (CCMU) is a Beijing institution, its international MBBS students are eligible to apply. This scholarship is not available at universities located outside Beijing. Titans Abroad can guide you through the application process for Capital Medical University.
What CSCA subjects are required for Capital Medical University (CCMU) MBBS?
Capital Medical University (CCMU) requires all international MBBS applicants to sit the CSCA exam. Mathematics is compulsory, and applicants must choose either Physics or Chemistry as an elective. The exam is administered online by the Chinese government five times per year. Scores are valid for 2 years and are also considered in Capital Medical University scholarship evaluations.
Why is Capital Medical University (CCMU) special compared to other Chinese MBBS universities?
Capital Medical University's (Capital Medical University) combination of factors is unique: it consistently ranks top 1–2 in China for medicine, it is in the ESI global top 0.1% for Clinical Medicine, it has 19 affiliated hospitals including Asia's largest neurosurgery centre (Beijing Tiantan), and it is in Beijing - giving students unmatched city infrastructure and international connectivity. The 6-month elective internship abroad option and the exclusive Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship further distinguish Capital Medical University from all other Chinese MBBS programs.
Why is Year 1 fee at Capital Medical University (CCMU) more expensive than the following years?
Year 1 at Capital Medical University (CCMU) is higher because it includes several one-time charges that never appear again. On top of the standard tuition (50,000 RMB), hostel (7,500 RMB triple room), visa extension (800 RMB), and insurance (800 RMB), Year 1 at Capital Medical University also covers a medical checkup (400 RMB) and a one-time liaison, processing and management fee of 15,000 RMB - bringing the Capital Medical University Year 1 total to 74,500 RMB. From Year 2 onwards you only pay tuition, hostel, visa extension, and insurance, which totals 59,100 RMB per year. The liaison and management fee is a one-time charge that covers: documents attestation guidance, visa processing assistance, visa interview preparation, pre-departure support, luggage and travel advice, group travelling arrangements, post-landing services, JW202/visa letter, courier, airport pickup, and more.
What is the total 6-year MBBS cost at Capital Medical University (CCMU)?
The total 6-year MBBS cost at Capital Medical University (CCMU) is approximately 370,000 RMB (triple room). Year 1 is 74,500 RMB (includes the one-time liaison fee and medical checkup). Years 2 to 6 are 59,100 RMB each. Double room hostel (15,000 RMB/year) increases Year 1 to 82,000 RMB and each subsequent year to 66,600 RMB. A compulsory Foundation Course (~12,500 RMB) is paid separately on arrival and is not included in these figures. Application fee (1,500 RMB) is also separate.
What is student life like in Beijing for Capital Medical University (CCMU) international students?
Beijing is China's capital city and one of the world's most connected metropolises. Capital Medical University (CCMU) students benefit from two international airports (Capital and Daxing), the world's largest urban metro system, and direct flights to all major Pakistani, Indian, and Bangladeshi cities. The international student campus in Fengtai District has 24-hour security, full WiFi, a canteen with halal and Indian food options, basketball courts, and a supermarket. Living costs in Beijing are higher than smaller cities - food approximately 1,000–1,500 RMB/month - but the Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship (20,000 RMB/year) partially offsets this for qualifying students. Winters are dry and cold (−5°C to −15°C) but manageable with good clothing.
Can Indian students study MBBS at Capital Medical University? Is NEET required?
Yes — Indian students are welcome at Capital Medical University. NEET is mandatory for all Indian students studying MBBS abroad (NMC rule since 2019). You must qualify NEET with a minimum 50th percentile (General category) or 40th percentile (reserved categories) before applying. After completing your 6-year MBBS, you must pass the FMGE/NExT examination to practice medicine in India. Capital Medical University is MOE-listed and WHO recognized, making it eligible for NMC compliance and FMGE/NExT registration.
Can Bangladeshi students study MBBS at Capital Medical University? Is the degree BMDC recognized?
Yes — Bangladeshi students are welcome at Capital Medical University. The university is MOE-listed by the Chinese Ministry of Education and recognized in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), making it BMDC-eligible. No national entrance exam (like India's NEET) is required from Bangladesh — SSC and HSC certificates with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects are the core academic requirements. After completing MBBS, Bangladeshi graduates must pass the BMDC licensing examination to practice medicine in Bangladesh.