What standardized test scores does Tsinghua University require for undergraduate international applicants?

Tsinghua University does not use one single universal standardized test requirement for all undergraduate international applicants. The exact tests depend on the program track and the language of instruction, but applicants are commonly asked for proof of academic preparation through high school transcripts and, in many cases, additional exam results such as SAT, ACT, A-Level, AP, IB, or other nationally recognized qualifications. For Chinese-taught programs, Chinese-language proficiency is usually required, often through HSK results, while English-taught programs may require English proficiency tests like TOEFL or IELTS if your prior schooling was not in English.

In practice, Tsinghua’s international undergraduate admissions often evaluate applicants based on a combination of school performance, graduation credentials, language ability, and sometimes interview or subject-related assessment rather than one mandatory test for everyone.

For Chinese-language bachelor’s programs, the most important extra test to plan for is usually HSK. For English-language programs, the main extra test to plan for is TOEFL or IELTS unless you clearly qualify for a waiver based on your school’s language of instruction.

So the safest plan in high school is to build a strong transcript first, then prepare for the tests that match your curriculum and intended program language: SAT or ACT if you are in a U.S.-style system, HSK for Chinese-taught study, and TOEFL or IELTS for English proficiency when needed. The required documents can vary by year and program, so the official undergraduate international admissions page for your specific program is the key source to check before applying.