Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU) is a Chinese-American joint venture university located in Wenzhou, China. Established in partnership with Kean University in New Jersey, United States, WKU offers English-taught degree programs and an international academic environment for students seeking cross-border education opportunities.
About Wenzhou-Kean University
Approved by the Ministry of Education of China, Wenzhou-Kean University combines elements of American higher education with a Chinese campus experience. The university follows an English-medium curriculum modeled after Kean University and provides students with access to modern facilities, international faculty, and a multicultural campus environment.
WKU is located in Wenzhou, a major economic center in Zhejiang Province, offering students access to one of China’s dynamic business and innovation regions.
Dual-degree opportunities in China and the United States
One of WKU’s distinguishing features is its dual-degree structure. Eligible students who complete program requirements may receive degrees from both:
This dual-degree model may benefit students seeking internationally recognized academic credentials and broader career mobility across different regions.
Tuition fees and scholarship opportunities
Wenzhou-Kean University offers tuition rates and scholarship opportunities designed to support international students.
- Annual tuition: CNY 68,000 (approximately USD 9,450) before scholarships.
- Accommodation: On-campus housing is available at approximately RMB 8,300 to RMB 10,000 per academic year, depending on room type and housing arrangements.
- Scholarships: Eligible international students may qualify for freshman scholarships, including tuition reductions of up to 60%.
- First-class scholarship: 60% tuition reduction, reducing annual tuition to approximately CNY 27,200.
- Second-class scholarship: 30% tuition reduction, reducing annual tuition to approximately CNY 47,600.
- Renewability: Scholarships may be renewed annually subject to academic performance and institutional review.
Study opportunities in the United States
Eligible WKU students may have opportunities to study at Kean University in New Jersey during part of their degree program, subject to university policies and academic requirements.
Students participating in these study opportunities may be eligible for tuition arrangements different from standard international rates, depending on program eligibility and institutional policies.
Featured degree programs
Wenzhou-Kean University offers English-taught undergraduate programs across business, design, STEM, and social sciences.
Business and Economics
- Accounting (BS)
- Finance (BS)
- Economics (BS)
- Marketing (BS)
- Global Business (BS)
- Management – Entrepreneurship
- Management – Business Analytics
- Management – Supply Chain and Information Management
Design and Architecture
STEM
- Computer Science (BS)
- Mathematical Sciences – Data Analytics (BA)
- Environmental Science (BS)
- Chemistry (BS)
Social Sciences and Communication
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