Nantong University (NTU) - MBBS in China | Fee Structure, Scholarships and Eligibility Guide 2026
About the University
Founded
1912 by Zhang Jian; current NTU formed 2004
Students
~40,000 full-time; 1,000+ international; 3,274+ faculty
Clinical Network
7 Affiliated Hospitals; 70 Teaching Hospitals
6-Year Cost
~2,16,000 RMB
Nantong University (NTU) was founded in 1912 by Zhang Jian, one of the most celebrated entrepreneur-educators in modern Chinese history - the top scorer in the 1894 imperial examinations who chose entrepreneurship and education over officialdom. Zhang Jian established the Nantong Medical Specialized School and Nantong Textile Specialized School in his home city of Nantong, creating one of China's earliest private medical colleges. The current NTU was formed in 2004 through the merger of Nantong Medical College, Nantong Institute of Technology, and Nantong Normal College.
NTU is co-sponsored by the Jiangsu Provincial Government and the Ministry of Transport - a unique combination that reflects Nantong's identity as a major Yangtze River port city. The Medical College's distinctive Faculty of Nautical Medicine is unique among universities in this guide.
6 ESI top-1% disciplines: Clinical Medicine, Neuroscience and Behavioral Science, Engineering, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Biology and Biochemistry, Chemistry. PMC/PMDC and BMDC both confirmed. 10+ batches of international MBBS graduates - established track record. 120 km from Shanghai with high-speed rail (1-1.5 hours).
Nantong University (NTU) campus, Nantong, Jiangsu Province - founded 1912 by Zhang Jian; 110+ years of medical education heritage. Co-sponsored by Jiangsu Province and Ministry of Transport. 120 km from Shanghai.
Nantong University (NTU) Zhongxiu Campus - 6 ESI top-1% disciplines including Clinical Medicine. Distinctive Faculty of Nautical Medicine - unique among universities in this guide; reflects Nantong's maritime identity.
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Medical Program and Faculty
Duration
6 Years
Medium
Full English
Clinical Training
3 Hospitals
The MBBS program at Nantong University (NTU) is full English-medium and spans 6 years (5 academic + 1 internship), running since MOE approval in 2008. The program carries 110+ years of medical education heritage through the unbroken institutional lineage from Zhang Jian's 1912 school. 10+ batches of international graduates - established track record.
NTU's Medical College includes a distinctive Faculty of Nautical Medicine alongside the standard clinical faculties, reflecting Nantong's role as a major Yangtze port city. This specialty adds a maritime medicine dimension to clinical training that is unavailable at any other university in this guide.
A notable admission advantage: home-country internship is described as possible at NTU depending on the home medical council's regulations, giving students more flexibility than universities with strict China-only internship policies. IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80 required; CSCA required (Math compulsory at YZU - sister institution with same founder; confirm NTU subjects with Titans Abroad). Titans Abroad provides CSCA guidance, IELTS preparation, scholarship applications, and full support up to departure.
Faculty strength: Founded 1912 by Zhang Jian (Same Founder as YZU) · 6 ESI Top-1% Disciplines · Faculty of Nautical Medicine (Unique) · PMC + BMDC Confirmed · Home-Country Internship Possible · 120 km from Shanghai · Jasmine Jiangsu Scholarship up to 30,000 RMB
Affiliated Hospitals and Clinical Training
7 Affiliated Hospitals; 70 Teaching Hospitals; Faculty of Nautical Medicine (Unique in This Guide); 110+ Years of Medical Education Heritage
Comprehensive clinical exposure across all major disciplines throughout the 6-year program.
Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University
The directly affiliated comprehensive teaching hospital; primary clinical training base for MBBS students; high patient volume serving Nantong city and surrounding northern Jiangsu regions.
6 Additional Affiliated Hospitals
Six further affiliated hospitals across the network providing clinical rotation capacity.
70 Teaching Hospitals
Wide network of teaching hospitals across Jiangsu Province and beyond, providing breadth of clinical exposure across different hospital types and patient populations.
Nantong City and Campus Environment
Location
Nantong, Jiangsu Province; coastal Yangtze city; 120 km from Shanghai
Airport
Nantong Xingdong (NTG) domestic; Shanghai Pudong for international
High-Speed Rail
Shanghai 1-1.5 hours; Su-Tong Bridge to Suzhou
Living Cost
~1,000 RMB/month food; among the most affordable in this guide
Nantong is a coastal city on the northern bank of the Yangtze River at its mouth, where the river meets the Yellow Sea. Maritime identity shaped by centuries as a Yangtze trading port and textile manufacturing center. Zhang Jian's legacy is deeply embedded in Nantong's urban character.
Nantong is approximately 120 km north of Shanghai, connected by the Su-Tong Yangtze River Bridge to Suzhou. Nantong Xingdong Airport (NTG) has domestic connections; international travel typically via Shanghai Pudong. High-speed rail connects Nantong to Shanghai (1-1.5 hours) and onward to Nanjing.
Climate is north subtropical humid monsoon: average annual temperature ~15°C; warm summers (up to 38°C); cold winters (-9°C in extreme cases, typical milder). Monthly food costs approximately 1,000 RMB.
Student life: Nantong University (NTU) is 120 km from Shanghai with high-speed rail to China's most international city in 1-1.5 hours - giving students weekend access to halal food, international culture, and direct international flights. Faculty of Nautical Medicine reflects Nantong's unique maritime heritage as a major Yangtze port city.
Shanghai - 1-1.5 hours by high-speed rail from Nantong University (NTU). 120 km north of Shanghai. Students access China's most international city on weekends.
Nantong city - NTU has 7 affiliated hospitals and 70 teaching hospitals across Jiangsu. PMC/PMDC + BMDC both confirmed. Home-country internship possible. Jasmine Jiangsu Scholarship up to 30,000 RMB.
📷 Photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)
International Recognitions and Approvals
Important Admission Requirements
IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 Required
Nantong University (NTU) requires IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL iBT 80+. Required for non-native English applicants attending non-English-medium schools.
CSCA Required (Subjects TBC)
CSCA is required at Nantong University (NTU). The specific subject combination for NTU MBBS is not yet confirmed in accessible sources. Contact Titans Abroad before registering for CSCA.
HSK Graduation Requirement at Nantong University (NTU)
HSK-4 is required before graduation at Nantong University (NTU), following the MOE standard for English-medium MBBS programs in China. No HSK requirement during the program itself. Students develop Chinese language skills through daily exposure in Nantong across the 6-year program.
Home-Country Internship Possible
Home-country internship is described as possible at Nantong University (NTU) depending on the regulations of the student's home medical council. This is one of the more flexible internship policies in this guide. Indian students whose home council accepts this should verify with NTU and NMC India. Pakistani and Bangladeshi students should verify with PMC and BMDC respectively.
Faculty of Nautical Medicine - Unique in This Guide
Nantong's history as a major Yangtze River port city gave rise to a dedicated Faculty of Nautical Medicine at Nantong University (NTU), covering medical issues specific to maritime environments, seafarers, and port health. This specialty is unique among the universities in this guide.
Program Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | MBBS (Clinical Medicine); Full English Medium |
| Duration | 6 Years (5 academic + 1 internship) |
| Intake | September; deadline approximately late June to July |
| University Type | MOE Listed; Co-sponsored by Jiangsu Province + Ministry of Transport |
| IELTS/TOEFL | IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ |
| CSCA | REQUIRED (MOE standard; subjects TBC; confirm with Titans Abroad) |
| Entrance Test | No entrance examination beyond CSCA |
| Age | 17 minimum |
| Min Marks | 60-70% in high school PCB; science stream required |
| HSK | HSK-4 before graduation (MOE standard); no HSK during program |
| Internship | Year 6: China or home country (possible depending on home medical council) |
| Unique Feature | Faculty of Nautical Medicine - unique in this guide; maritime medicine specialty |
| Annual All-In Cost | ~33,600 RMB/year from Year 2 |
| 6-Year Total | ~2,17,000 RMB |
Campus & Facilities
Wen-Hui Road + Qixiu + Zhongxiu + Qidong Campuses
📍 Nantong, Jiangsu Province
Four campuses totaling 4,000+ acres with nearly 1 million sq m building area. Hostel: single, double, triple, and four-person rooms with private bathroom, water heater, AC, internet, TV, fridge; pantry for self-cooking on each floor. Sports facilities, library (2.96 million volumes; 60 electronic databases), restaurants, supermarkets on campus.
MOE Listed: What This Means?
Eligibility Criteria
Required Documents
Fee Structure
MBBS - Clinical Medicine (Full English; 6 Years; Double Hostel)
Year 1 breakdown: tuition (26,000) + hostel double (6,000) + medical checkup (400) + visa extension (800) + insurance (800) + liaison fee (15,000) = 49,000 RMB. From Year 2 onwards: 26,000 + 6,000 + 800 + 800 = 33,600 RMB. Application fee (1,500 RMB) paid separately. Tuition varies across sources; verify official current figure with NTU.
Medical Checkup (400) + Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) + Liaison Fee (15,000)
Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800)
Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800)
Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800)
Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800)
Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800)
Home-country internship described as possible depending on home medical council regulations.
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Other Fees | Total (RMB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 26,000 RMB | 6,000 RMB | Medical Checkup (400) + Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) + Liaison Fee (15,000) | 49,000 RMB |
| Year 2 | 26,000 RMB | 6,000 RMB | Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) | 33,600 RMB |
| Year 3 | 26,000 RMB | 6,000 RMB | Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) | 33,600 RMB |
| Year 4 | 26,000 RMB | 6,000 RMB | Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) | 33,600 RMB |
| Year 5 | 26,000 RMB | 6,000 RMB | Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) | 33,600 RMB |
| Year 6 (Internship) | 26,000 RMB | 6,000 RMB | Visa Extension (800) + Insurance (800) | 33,600 RMB |
| Total (6-Year MBBS Program) | ~217,000 RMB | |||
Notes on the fee structure:
- •Total 6-year MBBS cost: approximately RMB 2,17,000 (Year 1: 49,000 + Years 2-6: 33,600 x 5 = 1,68,000).
- •Year 1 breakdown: tuition (26,000) + hostel double (6,000) + medical checkup (400) + visa extension (800) + insurance (800) + liaison fee (15,000) = 49,000 RMB.
- •Medical checkup (400) and liaison fee (15,000) are one-time charges in Year 1 only.
- •Liaison and management charges (RMB 15,000) are one-time only in Year 1. These include: documents attestation guidance, visa processing assistance, visa interview preparation, pre-departure support, group travel arrangements, post-landing services, JW202/visa letter, courier, airport pickup, and more.
- •Application fee (1,500 RMB, non-refundable) is paid separately before applying.
- •Tuition is based on secondary source estimates (~26,000 RMB). Verify official current figure with NTU before finalizing budget.
- •All fees non-refundable once paid.
Scholarships
Coverage
Merit-based; amounts vary; awarded for academic achievement
Eligibility
Enrolled international MBBS students based on academic performance
Coverage
Up to 30,000 RMB; one of the highest provincial scholarships for Jiangsu universities
Eligibility
Outstanding international students at Jiangsu universities; competitive; apply by June annually
Coverage
Full: tuition + hostel + 2,500 RMB/month stipend + insurance
Eligibility
Competitive; all nationalities; apply via CSC website
Coverage
Partial; for students with Chinese language engagement
Eligibility
Students demonstrating Chinese language interest
| Scholarship | Type | Coverage | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| NTU Medical School Scholarship | University | Merit-based; amounts vary; awarded for academic achievement | Enrolled international MBBS students based on academic performance |
| Jasmine Jiangsu Government Scholarship | Provincial Govt | Up to 30,000 RMB; one of the highest provincial scholarships for Jiangsu universities | Outstanding international students at Jiangsu universities; competitive; apply by June annually |
| Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) | Government | Full: tuition + hostel + 2,500 RMB/month stipend + insurance | Competitive; all nationalities; apply via CSC website |
| Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS) | Government | Partial; for students with Chinese language engagement | Students demonstrating Chinese language interest |
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By the Numbers
1912 by Zhang Jian; current form 2004
Founded
~40,000 full-time; 1,000+ international
Students
3,274+ faculty; 1,697 with senior titles
Faculty
6 Disciplines including Clinical Medicine
ESI Top-1%
98th nationally (China University Evaluation)
National Rank
Why Nantong University Is Worth Considering?
- 1PMC/PMDC and BMDC both confirmed - strong dual South Asian recognition
- 2Home-country internship possible - one of the few MOE universities in this guide where home-country internship is explicitly described as possible
- 3Faculty of Nautical Medicine - unique in this guide; reflects 110+ years of maritime medicine heritage in a Yangtze port city
- 46 ESI top-1% disciplines including Clinical Medicine - broad research depth for a mid-tier comprehensive university
- 5~33,600 RMB all-in annual (Year 2+) - among the most affordable MOE-listed programs in this guide
- 6Zhang Jian founding legacy - same founder as YZU; 110+ years of continuous medical education heritage
- 710+ batches of international MBBS graduates - established track record across many cohorts
- 8120 km from Shanghai - accessible to China's most international city on weekends via high-speed rail
- 9Jasmine Jiangsu Scholarship up to 30,000 RMB available
How to Apply via Titans Abroad
Nantong University (NTU) offers an MOE-listed MBBS with 110+ years of medical heritage (founded 1912 by Zhang Jian), 6 ESI top-1% disciplines, unique Faculty of Nautical Medicine, PMC/PMDC + BMDC dual recognition, home-country internship explicitly possible, ~33,600 RMB affordable annual cost, and 120 km from Shanghai with 1-1.5 hour high-speed rail. Jasmine Jiangsu Scholarship up to 30,000 RMB. Titans Abroad helps with CSCA guidance, IELTS preparation, scholarship applications, and full support up to departure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Zhang Jian and why is his legacy significant at Nantong University (NTU)?
Zhang Jian was a remarkable figure in modern Chinese history: the top scorer in China's 1894 imperial examinations who turned down an official career to build industries and schools in his home city of Nantong. He founded textile mills, a hospital, a theater, a museum, and multiple schools including the Nantong Medical Specialized School in 1912, creating a model modern city at a time when China was struggling to modernize. The Nantong Medical Specialized School is now the core of Nantong University (NTU)'s Medical College, giving MBBS students a 110-year institutional lineage of unbroken medical education. Notably, Zhang Jian also founded the schools that became part of Yangzhou University (YZU), making him a foundational figure in two universities in this guide.
Is home-country internship allowed at Nantong University (NTU)?
Yes, home-country internship is described as possible at Nantong University (NTU) depending on the regulations of the student's home medical council. This is one of the more flexible internship policies in this guide, where most universities require China-based internship. Indian students whose home council accepts this should verify with NTU and NMC India before relying on this. Pakistani and Bangladeshi students should verify with PMC and BMDC respectively.
What is the Faculty of Nautical Medicine at Nantong University (NTU)?
Nantong's history as a major Yangtze River port city gave rise to a dedicated Faculty of Nautical Medicine at Nantong University (NTU), covering medical issues specific to maritime environments, seafarers, and port health. This specialty is unique among the universities in this guide. MBBS students are not exclusively trained in nautical medicine, but the presence of this faculty adds maritime health research and clinical dimensions to the broader medical education environment.
What is the CSCA requirement at Nantong University (NTU)?
CSCA is required at Nantong University (NTU). The specific subject combination for NTU MBBS is not yet confirmed in accessible sources. Contact Titans Abroad before registering for CSCA to ensure you take the correct subjects.
What is the HSK requirement at Nantong University (NTU)?
HSK-4 is required before graduation at Nantong University (NTU), following the MOE standard for English-medium MBBS programs in China. No HSK requirement during the program itself. Students develop Chinese language skills through daily exposure in Nantong across the 6-year program, so the HSK-4 graduation requirement is met comfortably before the final year.
What is the total 6-year cost at Nantong University (NTU)?
Approximately 2,17,000 RMB. Year 1 is 49,000 RMB and Years 2 to 6 are 33,600 RMB each. Application fee (1,500 RMB) is separate. Note that tuition (26,000 RMB) is based on secondary source estimates; verify the official current figure with Nantong University (NTU) before finalizing your budget. The Jasmine Jiangsu Scholarship (up to 30,000 RMB) can offset annual costs significantly for outstanding students.
How close is Nantong University (NTU) to Shanghai?
Nantong University (NTU) is approximately 120 km north of Shanghai. The Su-Tong Yangtze River Bridge connects Nantong to Suzhou, and high-speed rail brings Shanghai within approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Nantong students can access Shanghai's international airport, cultural attractions, and international cuisine readily on weekends.
Is BMDC Bangladesh recognition confirmed for Nantong University (NTU)?
Yes. BMDC recognition for Nantong University (NTU) is confirmed per Eaziline's official listing. Bangladeshi students are eligible to follow BMDC regulations upon graduation. Verify current BMDC requirements directly before applying.
Is Nantong University (NTU) PMC/PMDC recognized?
Yes. PMC/PMDC recognition is confirmed for Nantong University (NTU). Pakistani graduates are eligible to sit the NRE/NLE licensing examination in Pakistan after graduating. Always verify the current PMC status at time of application as lists are updated periodically.
How does Nantong University (NTU) compare to other MOE universities in this guide?
Nantong University (NTU) stands out for several reasons: PMC/PMDC and BMDC dual recognition, home-country internship explicitly described as possible, unique Faculty of Nautical Medicine, 6 ESI top-1% disciplines including Clinical Medicine, 110+ years of medical education heritage from Zhang Jian's 1912 founding, ~33,600 RMB affordable annual cost, 120 km from Shanghai with high-speed rail access, and Jasmine Jiangsu Scholarship up to 30,000 RMB. For students seeking strong recognition with flexible internship and broad city access at a low total cost, NTU is a distinctive choice.
Can Indian students study MBBS at Nantong University? Is NEET required?
Yes — Indian students are welcome at Nantong 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. Nantong University is MOE-listed and WHO recognized, making it eligible for NMC compliance and FMGE/NExT registration.
Can Bangladeshi students study MBBS at Nantong University? Is the degree BMDC recognized?
Yes — Bangladeshi students are welcome at Nantong 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.