Wenzhou-Kean University
📍 Lishan Higher Education Park, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
Top 1000
QS World Rank (home)
~5,000
Students
2014
Established
USA
Origin
💰
Big saving vs home campus
Studying in China saves substantially
🇨🇳 China Campus
~£6,500/yr (UG)
🌍 Home Campus
~£20–25K/yr at Kean USA (Intl)
Why this matters: WKU is one of the most affordable US-degree routes anywhere. Tuition is roughly 70% lower than studying at Kean's New Jersey campus, while the degree awarded is the same accredited Kean University BS/BA. Students gain a Middle States-accredited US degree without US visa and living costs.
Top 1000
Kean University (USA)
Founded 1855 · Public · Middle States accredited
🏛 About the Home University
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Wenzhou University (China)
Chinese partner institution · Wenzhou, Zhejiang
📍 About this Campus
Wenzhou-Kean University was established in 2014 by Kean University (USA) and Wenzhou University with the support of the Zhejiang provincial government. Students follow a US curriculum delivered in English by predominantly US-trained faculty, and receive an accredited Kean University degree along with a WKU degree from the Chinese Ministry of Education. The 200-acre campus in Wenzhou's Lishan Higher Education Park was modelled on Kean's New Jersey campus and continues to expand. One of the most affordable routes to a US-accredited degree.
🏗 Campus Facilities
🏛200-acre US-style campus
📚Modern academic library
🎨Michael Graves Hall (architecture/design)
🔬Science teaching labs
💻Computer Science teaching labs
🏃Sports facilities and dorms
🌐Study-abroad option at Kean USA
💼US-style careers services
📚 Programmes & Fees
| Programme | Level | Duration | Annual Fee | Entry (A-Level) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Architectural Studies | UG | 5 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Biology | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Chemistry | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Communication (Public Relations) | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Computer Science | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Economics | UG | 4 yrs | See website | CCC |
| Educational Leadership | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| English | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Environmental Science | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Finance | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Global Business | UG | 4 yrs | See website | CCC |
| Global Studies | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Graphic Design | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Industrial Design | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Interior Design | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| International Business | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Management (with Minors) | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Marketing | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Mathematical Sciences | UG | 4 yrs | ~£7,900/yr | CCC |
| Accounting | PG | 1 yr | ~£12,700/yr | Degree |
| Architecture | PG | 2 yrs | ~£18,550/yr | Degree |
| Biotechnology Science | PG | 2 yrs | ~£12,700/yr | Degree |
| Communication Studies | PG | 1.5 yrs | ~£15,100/yr | Degree |
| Computer Science | PG | 2 yrs | ~£12,700/yr | Degree |
| Educational Administration | PG | 2 yrs | ~£12,700/yr | Degree |
| Global Management MBA | PG | 2 yrs | ~£20,950/yr | Degree |
| Instruction and Curriculum | PG | 1.5 yrs | ~£12,700/yr | Degree |
| Psychology | PG | 2 yrs | ~£12,700/yr | Degree |
| Special Education Option | PG | 2.5 yrs | ~£17,400/yr | Degree |
Fees shown are approximate GBP (converted from USD at ~0.79). Always verify directly with the institution for the most current information.
💰 Scholarships & Funding
Presidential Scholarship
Full or partial tuition for top applicants
Founders Scholarship
Merit-based award for high academic achievers
Outstanding International Student Award
For international students with strong leadership
Need-based Financial Aid
Partial tuition support based on family income
🌟 Student Life
Wenzhou-Kean offers a US-style residential college experience at a fraction of the cost of studying at Kean USA. The 200-acre Lishan campus has dorms, dining halls, a library and sports facilities styled after Kean's New Jersey campus. Active student government and 60+ student clubs covering academic, cultural, sports and entrepreneurship interests. Wenzhou is a major manufacturing and trade city on China's east coast, with mild climate, regional cuisine and high-speed rail links to Shanghai (~3 hrs) and Hangzhou (~1.5 hrs).
📋 Key Facts
AccreditationChinese MoE + Middle States (US)
QS RankKean: Top 1000 worldwide
IntakeSeptember
Teaching LanguageEnglish
IELTS UG6.0 min
IELTS PG6.5 min
AdmissionsHolistic (SAT optional)
A-Level EntryBBB (guide)
💳 Cost of Living
AccommodationCNY 1,500–3,500/mo (~£165–390)
FoodCNY 1,200–2,500/mo (~£130–275)
TransportCNY 150–300/mo (~£17–33)
Total (est.)~£400–750/mo
Estimates only. Costs vary by lifestyle and city.
📝 How to Apply
- Apply at wku.edu.cn/en/admissions
- Submit essays, recommendations and transcripts
- English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 79)
- SAT/ACT optional
- Pay deposit on offer
- September intake annually
Ready to apply or have a question?
Visit the official university website or contact TNE Institute for guidance.