IMU is celebrated for its strong focus on Mongolian studies and ethnic-minority talent cultivation, while also offering a broad spectrum of programs as a comprehensive institution in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia.

The university was named a national key comprehensive university in 1978, joined China’s prestigious “211 Project” in 1997, and, since 2017, has been included in the Double First-Class Construction initiative for developing world-class disciplines.

You’ll need: Completed IMU application form Class 10 & 12 transcripts (or bachelor’s transcripts for graduate applicants) Birth certificate and passport copy Passport-size photos Personal bank statement Foreigner Physical Examination Form and recent medical test results (e.g., HIV test) Non-criminal record certificate (issued within the last six months) Study plan and two recommendation letters (graduate programs only)

IMU first screens all applications—and may conduct interviews—then forwards recommended candidates to the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Education Department and the National Scholarship Council for final approval. Successful applicants receive an official invitation (admission) letter.

Use the invitation letter to complete an online Chinese visa (X-type) application. Submit the printed visa form plus your passport, admission letter, medical certificates, and any other required documents to the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate to obtain your student visa.

IMU’s Security Department operates a 24 hours × 7 days monitoring system, with trained personnel and surveillance covering key academic areas, residence halls, and common spaces to maintain a safe environment.

On-site hostels supply daily necessities, and essential amenities such as markets, grocery stores, and ATMs are located either inside or adjacent to campus. IMU also maintains robust campus-network security to protect students’ digital information.

Yes. The university provides wheelchair-accessible entrances and designated parking lots, and most buildings—including hostels—are designed or retrofitted to meet mobility-access standards.

IMU provides 82 undergraduate majors spanning philosophy, economics, law, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, management, and the arts.

Yes. IMU is recognized by China’s Ministry of Education for its innovative training initiatives, offers several national-level bilingual and English-taught courses, and participates in the Double First-Class program to foster world-class teaching and research.

The university confers degrees in 7 first-level and 3 second-level doctoral disciplines, plus 26 first-level, 6 second-level, and 10 professional master’s programs (including multiple Master of Engineering tracks). IMU also hosts seven post-doctoral research stations.

Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health. Master’s applicants: hold a bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old. Doctoral applicants: hold a master’s degree (no upper age limit specified by IMU, but CGS guidelines typically set it at 40).

The CGS at IMU provides: Full tuition waiver and no registration fees Free on-campus accommodation Monthly living allowance (≈ 3,000 CNY for master’s, 3,500 CNY for doctoral students) Comprehensive medical insurance

Submit your online application between 1 January and 1 March 2025. Complete IMU’s graduate application form, upload required academic documents, and select “China Government Scholarship” as the funding source before the deadline.

IMU houses master’s students in double rooms and doctoral students in single rooms. All dorms come with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, internet access, and access to shared kitchens for self-cooking.

IMU provides a 24/7 secure environment, a well-stocked library, sports and fitness facilities, and administrative services. International students receive a monthly living allowance, medical insurance, and settlement subsidy, ensuring both academic support and a rewarding cultural experience.

Besides the dormitory kitchens, the campus hosts multiple canteens and restaurants offering Chinese and international dishes. Markets, grocery stores, bookshops, malls, and ATMs are located within walking distance for everyday needs.

IMU’s International Student Dormitories offer single and double rooms equipped with a private bathroom, air-conditioning, high-speed internet, and access to shared kitchens for self-cooking.

All residents sign an “Accommodation Rules and Guest Policy.” Key points include observing quiet hours, keeping common areas clean, caring for university property, and following guest-registration procedures. Violations can lead to warnings or loss of housing privileges.

Yes. After living in the dorms for about six months, you may apply to live off campus. You must sign out with IMU’s accommodation office, register your new address at the local police station, and submit the landlord’s details as part of the off-campus registration process.

No, IMU does not provide a direct post-study work visa. Graduates who want to work in China must apply separately for a work visa after securing a job.

Yes, some graduates explore options like starting a business in China, which may help them obtain longer-term residency permits, but this depends on local policies and requirements.

To get a work visa (Z visa), graduates must have a valid job offer from a Chinese employer and meet the qualifications and skill requirements for the position.