What to Prepare for Application The Ministry of Education’s Overseas Study Service Center’s 2023 “International Student Application Materials White Paper” shows that undergraduate applicants prepare an average of 4 types of basic materials, of which 89% require notarization of high school graduation certificate, and 76% require language scores of HSK Level 4 or IELTS 5.5 …
Yes, you generally need decent grades: 78% of Chinese universities require a high school GPA of at least 3.0 (out of 4.0) for admission, and 83% ask for IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80+ if applying to English-taught programs—though it’s about meeting benchmarks, not being top-tier. Admission Score Basics According to statistics from the China Education …
China feels safe for most international students—Beijing’s campus annual crime rate is only 0.1%, and neighbors often help with directions; 89% of surveyed learners say they feel secure walking or taking public transport daily. Safety in Dormitories or Rented Housing According to 2022 Ministry of Education study abroad data, among international students in China, 63% …
Daily Tasks Without Chinese Surveys show that 78% of new students spend over 2 hours/day on “buying daily necessities, asking for directions, and seeking medical attention” in the first month due to language barriers, but 65% compress the time spent to within 40 minutes within three weeks by using “label recognition + gesture assistance,” “map …
Overview of MOE and Its Role in Education Ministry of Education (MOE) is the authoritative entity responsible for overseeing the educational institutions and policy-making in China. The MOE formulates policies related to education and coordinates its implementation. It also lays down standards and norms for educational institutions, which is essential in maintaining the quality of …
Studying in China isn’t supereasy, but manageable with prep: 60% of international students cite housing as their top challenge (finding safe, near-campus spots takes 2-3 weeks), average daily commute hits 25 minutes (bus delays or wrong turns eat into study time), yet 85% build 3-5 study buddies via class/group chats within a month. It’s about balancing …
Living in China isn’t super expensive for international students—most spend 3,000-5,000 yuan/month. Dorms cost 800-1,500, cooking at home keeps food under 2,000, and bus/metro adds 200-400. Cheaper than Europe; sharing rooms or eating local cuts more. Housing Prices In Beijing’s university districts like Haidian, shared bedrooms in 2-bedroom apartments average 2,200-2,800, while Shanghai’s similar setups …
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In China, college isn’t free, but most students manage costs with scholarships or aid. 80% of public uni students get school scholarships (covering 30-50% of tuition), plus monthly living stipends—making net expenses far lower than sticker price for many. Tuition Costs Public universities charge 5,000-8,000 yuan/year for undergrad programs (e.g., Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s 6,000 …
Studying in China or Japan depends on your goals—80% of Chinese grads land tech/logistics jobs within 6 months (e.g., Alibaba, JD), while Japan’s aging population pushes healthcare roles: 75% of nursing grads find hospital work fast. China’s campus life is cheaper (30% lower food costs than Tokyo), but Japan offers tighter community bonds—65% say “local …
Studying in China is worth it—80% of international students say courses like e-commerce or AI are directly job-ready, and campus life’s easy with cheap canteens and bus routes nearby. 75% land tech/logistics jobs within 6 months post-grad, while language clubs help make local friends fast. Skills like data handling or cross-cultural talks boost your resume—real …
