China Medical University
(CMU)
About
China Medical University is a public medical university in Shenyang, Liaoning, China. The university was the first medical school established by the Chinese Communist Party. The predecessor of the university was the Military Medical School of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army founded in Ruijin, Jiangxi Province in November 1931.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 601 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 26 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Biomedical Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Dentistry | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Medical Technology | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2017 |
| Clinical Medicine | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
US News
14 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 137 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Cell Biology | =160 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Gastroenterology and Hepatology | 186 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Oncology | =187 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Endocrinology and Metabolism | =192 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Molecular Biology and Genetics | =234 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging | 243 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =325 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =333 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | =366 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 472 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | 473 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =791 | 39.3 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,403 | 39.3 | 2026 |
QS
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of China Medical University?
China Medical University's performance in the latest university rankings: ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =1,084.
When was China Medical University founded?
China Medical University was founded in 1931.
What are the top subjects at China Medical University?
Top subjects at China Medical University include: Biomedical Engineering, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Cell Biology, Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Where is China Medical University located?
China Medical University is located in Shenyang, China.