Shihezi University is located in Xinjiang Province and was established in September 1949. It is the 2nd largest university in Xinjiang province. It is the national “211 Project,” a key construction of universities and colleges in Western countries and also a Double First Class University in China. Shihezi University School of Medicine is one of the oldest medical schools, and it has been accepting foreign students for the Medicine Program (MBBS) in English since 2002.
76 years of ExcellenceShihezi University (SHZU) has a history of 75 years; the School of Medicine was founded in 1978.
WHO, PMDC, WDOMS, ECFMG Approved
It is Approved by MOE China, WHO, WDOMS, PMDC, BMDC, and ECFMG.
600+ Foreign Students
Students are mainly from Pakistan, India, Sudan, Tanzania, Nigeria, Jamaica, and Kazakhstan.
18+ Foreign MBBS Batches Graduated
18+ Batches are graduated from Shihezi university & working in reputable hospitals globally.
China’s No.1 MOE Listed UniversityShihezi University is one of the Best MOE-listed universities approved by the Ministry of Education of China (MOE) to teach the Medicine Program (MBBS) in English. Among the 45 universities listed by the Ministry of Education, Shihezi University is the only institution that consistently enrolls 80-100 foreign students annually.
Foreign Students Studying MBBS at Shihezi University are mainly from Pakistan, South Africa, Tanzania, India, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Botswana, Jamaica, Sudan, and Zimbabwe. Shihezi University has the highest passing ratios in the medical licensing examinations of FMGE (India) and NEB (Pakistan).
Global Accreditations:
Shihezi University is recognized by the WHO (World Health Organization), WDOMS, WFME, ECFMG and graduates are eligible to apply for the Foreign Medical licensing exam globally.
BM&DC (Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council)
PM&DC (Pakistan Medical and Dental Council)USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination)
PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board, UK)
UKMLA (United Kingdom Medical Licensing Assessment)
GMC (General Medical Council, UK)
AMC (Australian Medical Council)
HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa)
DHA (Dubai Health Authority)
SMLE (Saudi Medical Licensure Examination)
Why Choose Shihezi University
- Shihezi University is located very near to Pakistan, Only a 2.30-hour direct flight from Islamabad.
- It is situated in a Muslim-populated area, which means that it is not difficult to locate Halal Muslim cuisine.
- Shihezi University employed Dr. Azeem Inayat, a Foreign Expert from Pakistan and Head of the Department of Physiology.
- Shihezi University now has over 400 International students Studying Medicine (MBBS), including more than 250 students from Pakistan, including over 120 females.
- Shihezi City is cost-effective and serves as an optimal location for students pursuing their medical degree.
MBBS Fee Strcuture 2026:
Shihezi University is an internationally recognized school among the 45 MOE-listed universities that provide Clinical Medicine (MBBS) in English. The Shihezi University School of Medicine offers the most affordable MBBS program, with a total cost of 35,000 RMB ($5000), which includes both tuition and accommodation fees. Shihezi University offers free electricity in the dormitories, resulting in significant savings for overseas students.
Shihezi University Admission Criteria:
International students aspiring to enroll in the MBBS (English-taught) program at Shihezi University must adhere to the specified admission standards.
- There is no requirement for the CSCA Exam to apply to Shihezi University.
- The IELTS or TOEFL exams are not required for the application process.
- Students must be under the age of 25 years. Shihezi University admits students who are under the age of 18.
- Students must have 60% marks in HSSC/Senior High School/WAEC or A-Levels.
- Students must be fluent in English and healthy.
Shihezi University MBBS (English-taught) Fee Structure 2026-2027:
Degree Awarding = MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
Total Seats = 100
Degree Duration = 6 years (5 years of MBBS + 1 year Internship)
Application Fee = 1000 RMB (non-refundable)
| Shihezi University Fee Description | Fee per year (RMB) | Fee in USD |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee (One-time) | 1000 RMB | 145 USD |
| Registration Fee (One-time) | 800 RMB | 115 USD |
| Tuition Fee | 30,000 RMB | 4400 USD |
| Hostel Fee | 5000 RMB | 735 USD |
| Management Service Fee (One-time) | 7500-15,500 RMB | $1100-$2200 USD |
| Visa Extension | 400 RMB | 58 USD |
| Insurance fees | 260 RMB | 38 USD |
| Physical Examination | 280 RMB | 40 USD |
Special Notes:
- All the fees must be paid in Chinese Yuan (RMB). Fees once paid will not be refunded.
- Students will pay Admission & Management charges to the Consultant’s admission office soon after the issuance of the JW202/Visa letter.
- The fee package does not include food expenses or air ticket expenses.
- Students will follow the rules and regulations of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) and MOE China as well.
Campus Facilities:
Shihezi University has excellent teaching and scientific research conditions. The green coverage rate is 41%. It has several landmark buildings, such as a well-equipped library, gymnasium, swimming pool, track and field hall, standard stadium, auditorium, comprehensive teaching building, and museum.
Shihezi University Departments:
There are currently 41,000 students, including 22,462 ordinary undergraduates, 1,725 general college students, 6,482 master’s and doctoral students, 9,916 adult students, and 800+ international students. The school currently has 11 major disciplines, including economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management, and art.
- The school has 97 undergraduate majors (85 enrollment majors).
- 9 first-level discipline doctoral degree authorization points.
- 30 first-level discipline master’s degree authorization points.
- 30 professional degrees, master’s degrees, and authorization points.
- 4 postdoctoral research stations and 2 post-doctoral research stations.
Shihezi University School of Medicine:
The School of Medicine currently has Clinical Medicine (MBBS), Basic medicine, a Nursing department, a Department of Preventive Medicine, a Department of Oral Medicine, a Department of Laboratory Medicine, a Department of Medical Imaging, a Department of Anesthesiology, a Department of Pathology, and 9 line; open clinical medicine, nursing science, preventive medicine, Stomatology (BDS), Medical imaging, and Medical laboratory technology six undergraduate majors, including clinical medicine as a national specialty.
The Medical School has good teaching and research conditions. Shihezi University has a campus area of 1.82 million square meters, a building area of 1.17 million square meters, a laboratory area of 150,000 square meters, and a green coverage rate of 43%. It has a well-equipped library, gymnasium, swimming pool, athletics hall, standard stadiums, halls, a comprehensive teaching building, and several landmarks, and has four affiliated hospitals. Schools in 2011 were named “National Civilized Unit.”
First Affiliated Hospital of Shihezi University:
The Medical School has four affiliated hospitals (hospitals under one, subordinate hospitals 3), a Clinical College, and 22 teaching hospitals, of which 11 top three hospitals have four practice bases. The college has always focused on building a quality curriculum with emphasis on students’ practical ability.
The First Affiliated Hospital of the Medical College, Shihezi University, founded in 1949, is a comprehensive 3A-grade hospital integrating medical treatment, teaching, scientific research, prevention, healthcare, rehabilitation, and first aid.
The hospital covers 225,000 square meters, with a construction area of 200,000 sq m. It has 2,000 patient beds. It has 2,106 employees, with 333 holding senior titles; 100 professors and associate professors; 512 doctoral and master’s students; 150 doctoral and master’s supervisors; and 29 experts with a special allowance from the State Council. Annually, it has well over 1 million annual outpatient visits, 53,200 discharged patients, and 33,600 surgeries.
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