Your guide to undergraduate study
Find your university in China
Explore universities, compare programmes and understand admissions with confidence.
A new place.A world of possibilities.
Find somewhere that feels like you
Explore Chinese universities
Peking University
China’s oldest modern national university, with particular depth in humanities, social sciences and foundational sciences.
Tsinghua University
A science and engineering powerhouse known for technology, architecture and management in Beijing’s Haidian district.
Fudan University
A highly selective Shanghai university spanning liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, economics and data-focused study.
Zhejiang University
A large Hangzhou research university recognised for engineering, computing, agriculture and interdisciplinary innovation.
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
A leading Shanghai institution with deep expertise in engineering, technology, medicine and industry-connected study.
Renmin University of China
A distinctive choice for students interested in law, economics, business and the ideas shaping contemporary China.
Follow your curiosity
Explore by what matters to you
Think beyond the tuition fee
Build a budget for the whole experience
Tuition & getting started
Compare the same programme and intake, then add the costs of getting your application ready.
What to include
- Tuition: annual or total programme fee?
- Application fees and any deposits
- Tests, translations and document certification
A place to live. Room to explore.
Think about the city, your accommodation choices and the kind of student life you want.
What to include
- Housing, deposits and utilities
- Meals, transport, phone and insurance
- Travel, arrival costs and an emergency buffer
What would a scholarship cover?
Check what the award covers and what you would still need to fund. Keep a backup budget without a scholarship.
Questions to ask
- Who can apply, and by which deadline?
- Is a separate application needed?
- What are the coverage and renewal conditions?
From your first idea to your first day
How applying to a Chinese university works
Choose & shortlist
Compare your subject, teaching language, location and likely costs.
Check requirements
Check your qualification, subject conditions, language evidence and application route.
Prepare documents
Use the current checklist and leave time for translations and certification.
Submit application
Follow the official route, check every upload and keep your submission record.
Funding & scholarships
Check funding early: note separate deadlines, coverage and application steps.
Results & enrolment
Follow the instructions in your offer and plan the practical steps before arrival.
Thinking about studying in China?
Your first questions, answered
How do I choose a university?
Start with the subject you want to study. Then compare the teaching language, entry requirements, city and cost. A famous name is only one part of the decision.
Explore universitiesCan I study in English?
Yes, where an English-taught course is available. Check the course you want—not just the university—because teaching languages can differ.
Find English-taught optionsWhat grades do I need?
It depends on the university, course and your school qualification. Check the entry requirements in each profile. If your qualification isn't listed, ask the university before applying.
Find a university's requirementsWhat costs should I plan for?
Add tuition and accommodation first, then food, transport and travel. Compare the costs for your chosen university and city, and leave some money for unexpected expenses.
Use the budget checklist
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