As of Dec 23, 2025: CSCA requirements are not universal. They can vary by university, program, language of instruction, and scholarship/track. This page focuses on evidence-backed entries.
Official portal: csca.cn/home
CSCA full name: 来华留学本科入学学业水平测试 (China Scholastic Competency Assessment)
If you're applying for 2026 intake, the fastest way to avoid misinformation is to collect one official evidence link per target school (admissions notice / ISO page / official PDF) and keep a “last checked” date. This page does that for you.
How to use this page (30 seconds)
- Find your school in the table.
- Open the evidence link and verify the wording for your program/track.
- If unclear, use our registration hub and mock tests while you confirm details.
Confirmed / Evidence-backed CSCA requirements (2026)
Definition of “Confirmed” here: we have an evidence link that explicitly mentions CSCA (or the Chinese name) in the admissions context.
| University | Status | Applies to | Evidence | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fudan University | Mentioned in admissions materials (verify per program) | International UG (varies by program/track) | Official admissions page | 2025-12-12 |
Unverified / needs evidence (we’re collecting sources)
If you have an official link where the school explicitly mentions CSCA, send it in Discord and we’ll add it with a timestamp.
- Tsinghua University
- Peking University
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University
- Zhejiang University
- Nanjing University
- Xiamen University
- Tianjin University
What to do if your target school requires (or recommends) CSCA
Fast checklist
- Confirm requirement with an official link + screenshot/PDF.
- Register using the portal + our guide: CSCA registration steps.
- Build a 14-day routine: syllabus → full papers → error log → retake.
Prep resources (recommended order)
- CSCA Facts 2026 (what it is + who may need it)
- CSCA 2026 Syllabus (prep-oriented breakdown)
- Full Test Papers (full simulations + scoring)
- Interactive CSCA Mock Tests (fast practice by subject)
FAQ
Does every Chinese university require CSCA for 2026?
No. Treat CSCA as program/track-specific. Always verify with your target university’s official notice.
What counts as “evidence” for this list?
An official admissions notice, ISO page, or PDF that explicitly mentions CSCA (or 来华留学本科入学学业水平测试).
Can I submit a link to help update this page?
Yes—send the link (and a screenshot) in our Discord and we’ll add it with a “last checked” timestamp.
Stay Updated
This page is updated as soon as we can verify an official source. Bookmark it and check the “last checked” column.
Want the latest verified updates?
Join our Discord for evidence links, weekly practice sets, and Q&A.
Join Discord →