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Peking University English Requirements

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Peking University (PKU) is a comprehensive research university founded in 1898 in Beijing, China, originally named Jingshi University. It was the first national comprehensive university in China and today spans disciplines from humanities and social sciences to natural sciences, engineering, and medicine. PKU is one of China's most prestigious universities, known for its strong programs in Chinese studies, economics, law, and international relations.

Verified on the university's admissions pages · Jul 2026

Quick answer

Peking University accepts Cambridge English, IELTS Academic, LanguageCert Academic, Oxford ELLT, PTE Academic, and TOEFL iBT for international admission.

Undergraduate requirements

Undergraduate English requirements at Peking University vary by program or college; there is no single university-wide minimum. Check the specific program you're applying to.

Graduate requirements

The university-wide standard for graduate and postgraduate international applicants. Individual programs may require higher scores.

Duolingo English TestUnknown
TOEFL iBT100
IELTS AcademicUnknown
PTE AcademicUnknown
Cambridge EnglishUnknown

Sources: isd.pku.edu.cn/en/detail.php

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Requirements are read from Peking University's own admissions pages and refreshed regularly. Admission requirements change between cycles. Always confirm on the university's admissions page before applying.