Yunnan University

Yunnan University (YNU) is a national key university jointly established by the Ministry of Education and the Yunnan Provincial Government, located in Kunming, a city known for its pleasant spring-like climate year-round.

As a member of the national 'Double First-Class' initiative and one of the first Project 211 universities, YNU was founded in 1922 as private Donglu University and later renamed Yunnan University in 1950. It is a host institution for Chinese Government Scholarship international students and leads the South and Southeast Asia University Alliance, fostering strong ties with universities worldwide.

YNU's flagship disciplines include ecology, ethnology, biology, and political science, with ethnology and ecology designated as national 'Double First-Class' disciplines. The university excels in plateau mountain ecology, ethnic studies, and border governance, hosting a state key laboratory and multiple ministry-level research platforms.

Its ecology and ethnology programs rank among the top in China. YNU is also part of the Outstanding Legal Talent and Outstanding Engineer Education and Training Plans, producing highly skilled graduates. As a member of the Z14 alliance for central and western universities, YNU plays a key role in regional development, with research achievements earning national awards and strong industry recognition.

YNU comprises 29 colleges offering 85 undergraduate programs, 22 doctoral degree programs, and 43 master's degree programs. Its faculty includes numerous academicians, Changjiang Scholars, and National Outstanding Youth Science Fund recipients.

The university emphasizes research-integrated teaching, offering English-taught international courses and joint programs with overseas universities. Research platforms include national experimental teaching demonstration centers and key research bases for humanities and social sciences, enabling students to explore frontiers in ecology, ethnology, materials science, and more.

YNU has two campuses: Chenggong, the modern main campus with state-of-the-art facilities, and Donglu, located in downtown Kunming, featuring historic buildings and lush gardens. The campuses are known for their high greenery coverage and seasonal blooms, earning the nickname 'garden campus.' The library holds over 4.45 million print volumes, and teaching and research equipment is valued at over 2 billion RMB.

Living conditions are excellent, with diverse dining options, sports facilities including a gym, swimming pool, and sports fields, ensuring a comfortable student life.