🇨🇳 China University Guide for International Students
Fee structures, majors & university details — 2025/2026
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1. Panzhihua University (攀枝花学院)
📍 Panzhihua, Sichuan 🏫 Public University
Budget (<10k RMB)
Annual Total
9,000 RMB
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
9,000 RMB
Tuition — Year 2+
6,000 RMB
Total Package
9,000 RMB
Hostel Options
standard: 3,000 RMB
About the University
ProgramsEngineering, Medicine, Business
Best ForStudents seeking one of the most affordable study-in-China packages with stable costs across all years.
NotesPrimarily Chinese-medium; 1st year Chinese language training typically included.
2. Jinan University (暨南大学)
📍 Guangzhou, Guangdong 🏫 Public University 🏆 #345 Globally (US News)
Business / Trade
CS / Tech
Annual Total
24,500 RMB
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
20,000 RMB
Total Package
24,500 RMB
Hostel Options
4-sharing: 4,500 RMB
2-sharing: 7,000 RMB
single: 9,000 RMB
About the University
Founded1906
ProgramsBig Data, Civil Engineering, International Trade — 108 majors across 38 colleges
International Students2,250+ from 95 countries; 148 recruitment centres in 82 countries.
ScholarshipsDesignated institution for Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC).
RecognitionDouble First Class University
Best ForStudents seeking a globally ranked, well-resourced university in a major city.
NotesOne of China's oldest universities and the first to recruit foreign students. 5 campuses across Guangzhou, Shenzhen & Zhuhai.
3. Shandong University of Agriculture & Engineering
📍 Jinan, Shandong 🏫 Public University
Budget (<10k RMB)
Annual Total
9,800 RMB (after scholarship)
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
14,600 RMB (7,300 after 50% scholarship)
Total Package
9,800 RMB (after scholarship)
Hostel Options
standard: 2,500 RMB
About the University
ProgramsAgriculture, Food Science, Engineering
Scholarships50% tuition scholarship widely available for eligible international students.
Best ForBudget-conscious students interested in agriculture or applied sciences.
4. Hangzhou Normal University (杭州师范大学)
📍 Hangzhou, Zhejiang 🏫 Public University 🏆 ARWU Ranked 801–900 Globally
CS / Tech
Business / Trade
Nursing
Medical
Annual Total
7,000 RMB Year 1 (hostel only)
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
FREE (full waiver)
Tuition — Year 2+
20,000 RMB (30–35% scholarship available)
Total Package
7,000 RMB Year 1 (hostel only)
Hostel Options
4-sharing: 7,000 RMB
twin sharing: 10,000 RMB
single: 14,000 RMB
About the University
Founded1908
ProgramsComputer Science, International Trade, Nursing, Economics — 69 undergraduate + 160+ graduate programs
ScholarshipsZhejiang Government Scholarship, CSC Scholarship, HZNU President Scholarship.
Best ForStudents wanting a prestigious institution with a free first year and strong scholarship support.
NotesJack Ma (Alibaba founder) is an alumnus. Alibaba Business School is co-founded on campus. 3 campuses covering ~240 hectares.
5. Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (ZCMU) (浙江中医药大学)
📍 Hangzhou, Zhejiang 🏫 Provincial Key University
Nursing
Medical
Budget (<10k RMB)
Annual Total
12,250 RMB
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
10,000 RMB
Total Package
12,250 RMB
Hostel Options
shared: 2,250 RMB
About the University
Founded1953
ProgramsNursing, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Clinical Medicine, Pharmacy
International Students800+ from 50+ countries; 5,000+ alumni worldwide since 1985.
ScholarshipsZhejiang Provincial Government Scholarship + ZCMU President Scholarship.
RecognitionApproved by WHO, PMDC, WFME & ECFMG. Graduates eligible for USMLE, GMC, AMC, NRE (Pakistan).
Best ForStudents pursuing Nursing or TCM-based healthcare at an affordable, internationally recognised institution.
NotesAdditional fees: ~1,720 RMB/year for insurance + visa.
6. Jiazhou Medical University (嘉州医学院)
📍 Leshan, Sichuan 🏫 Medical University
Nursing
Medical
Budget (<10k RMB)
Annual Total
11,000 RMB
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
8,000 RMB
Total Package
11,000 RMB
Hostel Options
standard: 3,000 RMB
About the University
ProgramsBS Food Nutrition, Nursing
Best ForStudents seeking a low-cost medical/nursing degree in a culturally rich Sichuan city.
NotesLocated in Leshan, home to the Giant Buddha — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
7. Jinggangshan University (井冈山大学)
📍 Ji'an, Jiangxi 🏫 Public University
Nursing
Medical
Annual Total
16,000 RMB
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
12,000 RMB
Total Package
16,000 RMB
Hostel Options
standard: 4,000 RMB
About the University
ProgramsNursing, Education, Engineering, Agriculture, Humanities
Best ForStudents seeking a calm environment with a recognised nursing program at a mid-range cost.
NotesScenic, peaceful campus with a lower cost of living vs. coastal cities.
8. Shenyang Medical College (沈阳医学院)
📍 Shenyang, Liaoning 🏫 Medical College
Nursing
Medical
Annual Total
20,000 RMB
Tuition + Hostel
Fee Breakdown
Tuition — Year 1
15,000 RMB
Total Package
20,000 RMB
Hostel Options
standard: 5,000 RMB
About the University
ProgramsNursing, Clinical Medicine, Public Health
Best ForStudents who prioritise a specialised medical environment with strong practical nursing training.
NotesAffiliated teaching hospitals provide hands-on clinical placements during the degree.
📊 Quick Comparison — Annual Total Cost (RMB)
| University | Province | Tuition (Yr 1) | Hostel (lowest) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panzhihua University | Sichuan | 9,000 RMB | 3,000 RMB (standard) | 9,000 RMB |
| Jinan University | Guangdong | 20,000 RMB | 4,500 RMB (4-sharing) | 24,500 RMB |
| Shandong University of Agriculture & Engineering | Shandong | 14,600 RMB (7,300 after 50% scholarship) | 2,500 RMB (standard) | 9,800 RMB (after scholarship) |
| Hangzhou Normal University | Zhejiang | FREE (full waiver) | 7,000 RMB (4-sharing) | 7,000 RMB Year 1 (hostel only) |
| Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (ZCMU) | Zhejiang | 10,000 RMB | 2,250 RMB (shared) | 12,250 RMB |
| Jiazhou Medical University | Sichuan | 8,000 RMB | 3,000 RMB (standard) | 11,000 RMB |
| Jinggangshan University | Jiangxi | 12,000 RMB | 4,000 RMB (standard) | 16,000 RMB |
| Shenyang Medical College | Liaoning | 15,000 RMB | 5,000 RMB (standard) | 20,000 RMB |
All fees approximate. Verify directly with universities before applying.