Throughout its history, NJU has played a vital role in China’s progress, dedicating itself to national revitalization and scientific advancement. Renowned for its competitiveness and prestige, NJU consistently ranks among the top universities in Asia in prominent international rankings. These achievements have established NJU as a leading institution in Chinese higher education, earning it considerable social influence and academic recognition. NJU’s consistent high rankings underscore its unwavering dedication to excellence in education, research, and innovation.

History

Situated in the old capital city of Nanjing, Nanjing University (NJU) has a long history and enjoys high prestige. It evolved from Sanjiang Normal School (established in 1902), to Liangjiang Normal School, to Nanjing Higher Normal School, to National Southeastern University, to National Fourth Sun Yat-sen University, to National Central University, to National Nanjing University, and finally to Nanjing University in 1950. In the nationwide restructuring of universities and colleges undertaken in 1952, NJU was integrated with Jinling University and retained its name Nanjing University. The university then moved from Sipailou to Gulou, where Jinling College used to be.  

Student & Faculty

Located in the Yangtze River Delta, Nanjing University encompasses four main campuses: Gulou, Xianlin, Pukou in Nanjing, and a newly established campus in Suzhou. NJU is profoundly committed to utilizing its resources, expertise, and energy to flourish the local communities.

Talent Cultivation

As a comprehensive research university, NJU excels in diverse fields including science, engineering, medicine, arts, humanities, and social sciences. NJU is committed to developing the next generation of leaders whom possess both deep specialization and broad knowledge. NJU follows a student-centered approach to preparing students for future challenges in a rapidly changing world. NJU enthusiastically endeavors to provide the best undergraduate education in China with world-class faculty, such as the Nobel Laureate Gustave Le Clézio. NJU provides students opportunities to engage with big ideas, to expand and share knowledge, to innovate, to cross conceptual and disciplinary boundaries, to learn from each other, and to think critically.