Study in China
Government scholarships that cover tuition and a monthly stipend
- Language of study
- English or Chinese tracks
- Typical intakes
- September
- Student visa
- X1 (long stay)
- Part-time work
- Restricted, needs university permission
Why China
China offers the widest fully funded options of any destination we work with. CSC and provincial scholarships can cover tuition, accommodation, and a living stipend for strong applicants.
Fully funded routes
CSC scholarships cover tuition plus a monthly stipend for nominated students.
Strong engineering and medicine
Deep program choice in engineering, IT, and clinical fields.
Low living costs
On-campus housing keeps monthly spend predictable.
What It Costs
Tuition
USD 2,500–5,000 / year
Waived entirely under CSC scholarships.
Living
USD 300–500 / month
Campus dormitory and canteen.
Proof of funds
USD 5,000–10,000
Lower where a scholarship is already awarded.
Figures are indicative ranges for planning. Exact amounts depend on the university, city, and the intake you apply for.
Entry Requirements
- ✓Academic transcripts and certificates, notarised
- ✓IELTS 5.5+ for English-taught programs, or HSK 4+ for Chinese-taught
- ✓Two academic recommendation letters
- ✓Study plan (longer and more detailed than a standard SOP)
- ✓Physical examination record (Foreigner Physical Examination Form)
Intakes & Deadlines
September intake
Apply Jan–AprScholarship deadlines close earliest — start by January.
Visa & Work Rights
Visa type
X1 student visa
Processing time
2–4 weeks after JW202 form and admission letter
Work rights
Only with written permission from the university and immigration
Watch out: The JW202 form comes from the university — nothing can be filed before it arrives.
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