Southeast University

About

Located in the historic city of Nanjing, Southeast University is a prestigious Chinese research university best known for its elite engineering, architecture, and civil engineering programs, frequently ranking among the top in the nation. The university offers a wide array of fully English-taught degree programs, particularly at the master's and doctoral levels, designed specifically to attract globally minded scholars. Its dedicated International Student Office provides comprehensive support infrastructure, including visa assistance, orientation programs, and cultural integration activities to help newcomers adjust to campus life. A distinctive characteristic of the institution is its membership in the elite "Double First Class" university plan and the prestigious C9-equivalent groups, deeply integrating traditional Chinese architectural heritage with cutting-edge technological innovation across its sprawling campuses. International students benefit from a vibrant multicultural community with modern residential facilities and numerous student associations that bridge local and global perspectives.

Background

Southeast University (SEU) is a public university in Nanjing, Jiangsu, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China. The university is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction. Its precursor, Sanjiang Teachers College, was established in 1902 as a modern university on the former site of the Ming-era Guozijian. In 1921, the school changed its name to National Southeast University and became the second national university in China, and in 1928 was renamed National Central University, the nation's flagship university. After the Nationalist government lost Nanjing to the Chinese Communist Party during the Chinese Civil War, the university was renamed National Nanking University in August 1949. It was renamed Southeast University in May 1988.

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