STUDY DESTINATION
China
About the destination
China's higher-education system includes academic universities, undergraduate vocational institutions, higher vocational/associate institutions and adult higher education. China's academic degree system includes Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degrees.
Key facts
Country code
CN
Currency
CNY
Region
East Asia
Verification status
verified
Education system
China's higher-education system includes academic universities, undergraduate vocational institutions, higher vocational/associate institutions and adult higher education. China's academic degree system includes Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degrees.
Visa information
International students normally use an X1 visa for long-term study exceeding 180 days or an X2 visa for short-term study up to 180 days. X1 visa holders must generally obtain a study residence permit after arrival.
Work rights
International students do not have unrestricted employment rights. Part-time work or internships outside the university require university approval and an appropriate annotation on the student's residence permit specifying the location and duration.
Living costs
CNY 1,500–6,000Estimated living costs (2026 reference year)