Southeast University

Southeast University (SEU), located in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, is a national key university directly under the Ministry of Education, selected for the '211 Project', '985 Project', and 'Double First-Class' initiative (Category A).

Founded in 1902 as Sanjiang Normal School, it evolved through National Southeast University and National Central University, then became Nanjing Institute of Technology in 1952 before adopting its current name in 1988. Today, SEU operates seven campuses (Sipailou, Jiulonghu, Dingjiaqiao, Jiangbei, Wuxi, Suzhou, and Nantong under construction), with over 43,600 full-time students and 3,070 faculty members.

SEU is renowned for its engineering prowess, particularly in architecture, civil engineering, electronics, transportation, and biomedical engineering, earning a reputation as one of China's 'Old Eight Schools of Architecture'.

It houses multiple national key laboratories and engineering research centers, such as the State Key Laboratory of Millimeter Waves and the National Mobile Communications Research Laboratory. In QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education World University Rankings, SEU consistently ranks among the top Chinese universities, with disciplines like engineering, computer science, and materials science in the global top 1‰ of ESI.

SEU comprises 39 schools and departments, 85 undergraduate programs, 49 doctoral degree authorization points, 52 master's degree authorization points, and 39 postdoctoral research stations. Its faculty includes members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering.

The curriculum blends general education with specialized training, featuring small-class teaching and seminar-style learning, encouraging interdisciplinary course selection. Research is supported by national platforms like the State Key Laboratory of Millimeter Waves, the State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, and the National ASIC System Engineering Technology Research Center, undertaking major national science and technology projects.

SEU's campuses each offer a unique character. The main Jiulonghu campus spans 250 hectares, blending modern architecture with ecological landscapes, featuring state-of-the-art libraries, gymnasiums, and student centers. The Sipailou campus in downtown Nanjing preserves Republican-era architecture with ancient trees, exuding cultural heritage.

Dormitories are well-equipped with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and high-speed internet; canteens serve diverse cuisines to suit various tastes. Sports facilities include swimming pools, football fields, and basketball courts.