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China’s C9 League
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Elite Academic Partnerships
The C9 League represents the pinnacle of Chinese higher education.
Through Sina Trade Arts, you can access exclusive academic and research opportunities within this elite network, supported by official pathways and institutional partnerships.
What is the C9 League?
The C9 League (九校联盟) A group of 9 of the most respected and competitive universities in the country.
These institutions lead in research, innovation, and global partnerships.
The alliance was officially launched in 2009 to bring together China’s top universities and support them in becoming world-class.
Each member receives national-level funding and policy support to lead in science, technology, medicine, and the humanities.
The C9 League is China’s answer to the Ivy League
What is the Ivy League?
The Ivy League is a group of 8 elite universities in the United States, known for their academic excellence and global reputation.
It includes schools like Harvard, Yale, and Princeton.
You can learn more on the official Ivy League website below :
Why the C9 League Matters
Collaborating with the C9 League means engaging with China’s most advanced academic and research institutions.
These universities are not only highly ranked، they are deeply integrated into national innovation strategies and global academic networks.
1. Global Recognition of Degrees
C9 universities consistently rank among the world’s top institutions in QS, THE, and ARWU rankings. For example:
- Peking University ranked 14th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025.
2. Leadership in Research and Innovation
C9 universities lead national and international research in AI, quantum science, and engineering. For instance:
- Zhejiang University has established a dedicated School of Artificial Intelligence and leads multiple national-level labs in computing, robotics, and biomedical engineering.
- University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) runs the FuSEP Summer Research Program, offering international students access to top-tier labs and national observatories.
3. English-Taught Programs for International Students
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4. Government-Funded Scholarships (CSC)
All C9 universities are eligible under the China Scholarship Council (CSC) programs, including the flagship High-Level University Graduate Program.
- This program covers tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend, and insurance for international master’s and PhD students.
- Application is through the official CSC portal.
5. Supervisor Access and Research Mentorship
C9 universities offer structured supervisor-matching systems and joint research pathways.
- For example, Xi’an Jiaotong University runs a Cooperative Training Program for Graduate Students, enabling international applicants to engage in joint research under formal supervision frameworks.
6. International Partnerships
C9 universities maintain active collaborations with top global institutions.
- USTC partners with universities in Japan, Europe, and the U.S. through its FuSEP International Research Program, conducted entirely in English.
- Zhejiang University collaborates with institutions like UIUC and ETH Zurich through its ZJU-UIUC Institute and other global platforms.
Zhejiang University
Xi’an Jiaotong University
Zhejiang University
Soochow and ZJU co-lead several nationally approved international research centers, including the Zhejiang-California International NanoSystems Institute and the Ocean Civil Engineering Joint Research Center
Nanjing University
Xi’an Jiaotong University
Zhejiang University
Both universities are core members of the Collaborative Innovation Center of Novel Software Technology and Industrialization, a Jiangsu provincial initiative with over ¥20 million in funding
Xi’an Jiaotong University
Xi’an Jiaotong University
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Soochow and XJTU are linked through joint research platforms and exchange programs under the umbrella of the Silk Road University Alliance, which includes over 160 institutions globally
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Soochow researchers have participated in joint academic events and research forums hosted by SJTU’s Graduate School and International Research Office
Fudan University
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Fudan University
Faculty from Soochow and Fudan have engaged in collaborative research on photodeformable liquid crystal polymers, with joint seminars and lab visits documented by Fudan’s School of Polymer Science
Soochow University (苏州大学) is a nationally recognized institution located in Jiangsu Province, with a strong research profile and deep international engagement.
It plays a pivotal role in the C9 + 1 Network, not only through its documented collaborations with five C9 universities, but also as the launch site of our Company's initiative.