Renmin University of China

Renmin University of China (RUC), commonly known as 'Renda', is located in Beijing's Haidian District, with additional campuses in Tongzhou, Zhangzizhong, and Suzhou. As a national key university directly under the Ministry of Education, RUC is a comprehensive research university with a primary focus on humanities and social sciences, while also covering science, engineering, management, and arts.

Its predecessor was the Shaanbei Public School founded in 1937, and it was officially established in 1950 based on North China University, becoming the first new-type regular university in New China. RUC is a member of the Double First-Class, Project 985, and Project 211 initiatives, as well as international networks like the World University Network and the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education.

RUC is hailed as a flagship in China's humanities and social sciences higher education, excelling in economics, law, sociology, journalism, political science, and public administration. Its theoretical economics, applied economics, law, sociology, Marxist theory, journalism, statistics, business administration, and public management were all rated A+ in the fourth round of China's discipline evaluation.

In QS World University Rankings by Subject, RUC's social sciences and management field consistently ranks among the top five in mainland China. The university hosts several national-level think tanks and key research bases, such as the National Academy of Development and Strategy, providing intellectual support for government policymaking.

RUC comprises 6 faculties offering 89 undergraduate programs, 37 master's degree programs (first-level disciplines), 27 doctoral degree programs (first-level disciplines), and 21 postdoctoral research stations. It has 1,970 full-time faculty members, including academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Engineering, and Changjiang Scholars.

The curriculum emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, with small-class teaching, seminar-style learning, and many English-taught international courses. Research platforms include national key laboratories and key research bases of humanities and social sciences under the Ministry of Education, producing cutting-edge outcomes in digital economy, rule of law, and social governance.

The main Zhongguancun campus is located in Beijing's core science and education district, adjacent to Tsinghua and Peking University, with convenient transportation and a dense cluster of tech companies. The campus is tree-lined, featuring modern teaching buildings, libraries, gyms, and dormitories.

The Tongzhou campus, opened in 2025, offers brand-new facilities and more spacious learning and living spaces. The Suzhou campus, set in a picturesque water town, emphasizes international education. All campuses are equipped with high-speed internet, smart classrooms, labs, and diverse dining options.