Core Insights - Tsinghua University has expanded its undergraduate enrollment for the class of 2025, admitting approximately 4,000 new students through various admission programs, including the Self-Strengthening Program and National Special Program, with the number of applicants for the Self-Strengthening Program reaching 1.8 times that of the previous year [1][2] Enrollment Details - Among the 4,000 new students, around 3,700 are from mainland China, covering over 1,100 high schools across 31 provinces, while approximately 90 students are from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, and over 300 international students from 50 countries and regions [1] - The Self-Strengthening Program attracted over 6,500 applicants, resulting in the admission of more than 270 students, marking a historical high for students from rural and impoverished areas [2] - The National Special Program admitted over 280 students this year, contributing to a record number of rural students entering Tsinghua University [2] Talent Development Initiatives - Tsinghua University has implemented innovative training models under the Strong Foundation Program, with over 17,000 applicants, a 7% increase year-on-year, leading to the selection of 900 outstanding students [2] - The university is also exploring exceptional talent identification channels, admitting approximately 190 students through specialized programs in mathematics and physics [3] New College Establishments - In 2025, Tsinghua University established four new colleges: Wuqiong College, Zijing College, Ziqiang College, and Shuimu College, each focusing on different educational philosophies and areas of study [3] - The new colleges collectively admitted over 600 students, with about 56% of the 2025 undergraduate cohort entering college-based education [3]