Wenzhou Medical University
INSTITUTE TYPE
Medical University
PROGRAMME
MBBS (MD)
RECOGNITION
WHO, NMC (MCI), Ministry of Education China (MOE) — one of the MOE-listed universities offering Medicine in English
LOCATION
Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China — the economic, cultural and communication centre of southern Zhejiang Province
INTAKE
March & September (Apply Oct–Jan for March intake; Feb–Aug for September intake)
DURATION
6 years — 5 years of classroom studies + 1 year internship
About Wenzhou Medical University
Wenzhou Medical University (WMU) is a higher education institution which began as the former Zhejiang Specialized Medical School in Hangzhou in 1912. In 1958, staff members from Zhejiang Medical College in Hangzhou were sent to help establish the Second Zhejiang Medical College in Wenzhou, which later became Wenzhou Medical College, and was eventually renamed to Wenzhou Medical University in 2013. It is now under the administration of the Zhejiang Provincial Government. Ranked 18th among all medical schools in China, the average passing rate of WMU graduates in Chinese Doctor's License examinations is more than 80% and within the top 10% among all Chinese Medical Schools.Recognized by the WHO, NMC India, and MOE China, WMU is one of the most preferred destinations for Indian and international students pursuing MBBS in an English-medium environment at affordable fees.
Courses & Fees
Wenzhou Medical University Summary
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| University Validations | WHO, NMC (MCI), Ministry of Education China (MOE) — one of the MOE-listed universities offering Medicine in English |
| Medium of Education | 100% English Medium — WMU is not a bilingual university. The whole MBBS program is delivered in English. |
| Course Duration | 6 years — 5 years of classroom studies + 1 year internship |
| Processing Time | 45–60 Days (Maximum) |
| Eligibility Criteria | Minimum 70% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) in Class XII. NEET qualification mandatory (2025/2024/2023 accepted). Minimum age 17 years. |
| Annual Tuition Fees | 33,000 RMB/year ($4,580 USD approx.) — updated August 2025 |
| Entrance Exam | NEET Exam |
| Intake | March & September (Apply Oct–Jan for March intake; Feb–Aug for September intake) |
| University World Ranking | 801–1000 (Times Higher Education World Rankings 2025) |
| Location | Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China — the economic, cultural and communication centre of southern Zhejiang Province |
| Official Website | https://en.wmu.edu.cn/ |
| Year | Tuition Fee | Hostel Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1st Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 2nd Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 3rd Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 4th Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 5th Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 6th Year (Internship) | 2000 | $960 USD | 3,110 |
Why Choose Wenzhou Medical University?
- No donation fee or additional hidden charges. Medical University provides education in the English language with highly experienced and skilled faculty.
- Total MBBS cost is approximately ₹26 Lakhs INR — one of the most affordable globally ranked MBBS universities for Indian students.
- 100% English Medium — WMU is not a bilingual university, making it easier for Indian students to study without any language barrier.
- Recognized by NMC (MCI) and WHO — students passing out from WMU are eligible to practice in India after clearing the NExT/FMGE exit exam.
- 5 affiliated hospitals — all Class A tertiary hospitals — and 39 non-affiliated teaching hospitals providing extraordinary clinical exposure and patient diversity.
- Average passing rate of WMU graduates in Chinese Doctor's License examinations is more than 80%, ranking within the top 10% among all Chinese Medical Schools.
- Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with fully furnished, air-conditioned rooms. Telephone, TV, Wi-Fi, laundry, and pantry facility on each floor for self-cooking.
- WMU has established links with over 140 international universities, hospitals, and scientific institutions across more than 5 continents — including University of Queensland, Monash University, and University of Alberta.
- WMU offers Freshmen Scholarship, Zhejiang Government Scholarship, and Academic Scholarship for international students.
- Ranked 23rd for Medicine in China and 335th in the World — with research excellence in Pathology, Surgery, Oncology, Immunology, and Psychiatry.
Fee Structure
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1st Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 2nd Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 3rd Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 4th Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 5th Year | $4,580 USD | $960 USD | $5,690 |
| Year 6th Year (Internship) | 2000 | $960 USD | 3,110 |
Documents Required
- 110th class Marksheet
- 212th class Marksheet
- 3NEET Scorecard (2025/2024/2023 accepted)
- 4Valid Passport (required to complete admission and visa application)
- 5Passport size Photographs
- 6University Admission/Invitation Letter (issued by WMU after document verification)
- 7JW202 Form (issued by WMU for student visa processing)
- 8Medical Fitness Certificate including HIV Report
- 9COVID-19 Report
- 10Citizenship Certificate (proof of nationality)
- 11Authorization from Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), New Delhi
- 12Student Visa (X1 Visa — issued from nearest Chinese Embassy/Consulate in India)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Wenzhou Medical University China is approved for Indian students and is one of the NMC-approved medical universities in China. Students passing out from WMU are eligible to practice in India after taking the NExT/FMGE exit exam.
WMU offers 100% English Medium MBBS. It is not a bilingual university — the whole MBBS program is delivered in the English language so that international students can understand it easily.
The MBBS course at Wenzhou Medical University takes a total of 6 years to complete — 5 years of classroom training followed by a 1-year compulsory internship in affiliated hospitals.
WMU provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with fully furnished, air-conditioned rooms including telephone, TV, and Wi-Fi facility. Laundry facility and pantry on each floor for self-cooking are also available. Students can choose from single, double, or multi-sharing rooms.
Wenzhou Medical University MBBS admission requirements include a score of 70% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) in Class XII. NEET qualification is mandatory (2025/2024/2023 accepted). Minimum age is 17 years.
The tuition fee has been updated to 33,000 RMB/year ($4,580 USD approx.) as of August 2025. The total cost of doing MBBS at WMU is approximately ₹26 Lakhs INR for the complete course.
Normally, there are two intakes every year in WMU. March Intake — students start applying from October in the previous year and it continues to January. September Intake — students apply from February to August.
WMU has the necessary NMC accreditation so Indian graduates may appear in NExT to do PG in India or practice medicine in India. Students may also choose to do PG in the US, UK, Germany, and other countries.