Why Study in China?
It’s easier than you might think to plan to study abroad in China. In the last few years, the Asian country has become more and more famous because it has great educational facilities, well-known degrees in science and technology, and up to 30 top-ranked colleges and universities. The culture and traditions in China are also interesting for international students to learn about.
If you want to study here, read on to find out how simple it is to get into a Chinese university.
1. You should think about going to study in China.
Here are some of the best universities in China that you might want to attend if you want to study abroad:
- University of Zhejiang
- University of Peking
- University of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool
- University of Tsinghua
- University of Xiamen
- Beijing Technology Institute
2. Get ready to Apply
Take your time picking which degree you want to study for. There are a lot of interesting and unique degrees out there, but you should do enough studying and read all the information carefully.
- Check to see if you have the skills that the university wants.
- Admission is based on how well you did at your last school.
- If you apply to at least three schools, your chances of getting in will be better.
- Check out the grants and scholarships that are available in China.
3. Where to Apply?
Every year, a lot of people want to go to Chinese universities, so there are a lot of extra websites where students can ask for help and keep track of their applications. The following are:
CUCAS is a site where you can apply to college on your own, and it acts as a middleman between you and the college. CUAC, or the China University Application Center, is where you can apply to a university and find great advisors and skilled guides who can help you decide where to study.
In terms of how to apply, Chinese universities give international students a choice between the following:
- Many people find that applying online, on the website of their favorite university, is the easiest and most handy way to do it.
- Apply through CUCAS, which is an online tool that lets you apply to any Chinese university on your own. It acts as a middleman between you and the school.
- Apply through CUAC. Your friends who are already studying at the Chinese university where you want to apply can help you send in your applications. They can easily find out everything they need to know about the application papers. Send the papers to your friends, and they can fill out the application for you.
4. Language standards for getting into a Chinese university
If you want to apply for a degree offered in English, all universities accept the following language tests:
- The Academic IELTS
- iBT TOEFL
- Most universities accept the International English Test (IET).
- Duolingo.
5. Documents needed to apply for study in China
- Passport Photo
- A copy of a passport that is valid
- Valid visa photocopy
- ID card for yourself
- Certificate of health
- Proof that you don’t have a crime record
- Certificate of Chinese/English Language Proficiency
- Guarantee letter
- Proof that you can pay for your Chinese studies
- Certificate or diploma from the last school you finished
- Transcript from the last school you finished at
6. Deadlines for applying to college in China
In China, the academic year is generally divided into two semesters: the spring semester and the autumn semester. However, a few higher education institutions use a three-semester system.
It is best to find out when the application deadline is for each term at each university, but here are some general dates:
- For the spring term, you have until mid-July to fill out the application.
- For the fall term, you have until late April to fill out the application.
7. The last thing to do after you get your acceptance letter
After getting the acceptance letter, you need to take the following steps:
- Apply for a student visa to China as soon as you can. Find out more from the Chinese embassy or consulate in your area.
- You will need to get a residence pass from a public security office or police station in China within 30 days of your arrival.
- Set up an insurance plan for your health. This has to pay for unintentional injuries and medical care, and it has to cover at least 62,000 USD. You can get insurance from where you live or buy a health insurance card when you get to China.