Overview of Chinese Universities
Did you know? There are more than 3,000 universities and higher education institutions in China. Wow, that’s a lot, right!?
With so many options, how do we choose and filter which Chinese university is right for us? It’s best to first understand how China categorizes its universities.
The C9 League Universities
The 985 & 211 Universities
The Double First Class (双一流) Universities
Favorite Majors for International Students
Well, among the many universities with countless majors, you might want to check if your field of interest is among the favorite majors for International students:
Business
Business Management | International Economics & Trade | Tourism Management | E-commerce
Information Science & Technology
Computer Science | AI | Data Science and Big Data | Electronic Information Engineering | Communication Engineering | Mechanical Design | Software Engineering
Language & Education
Chinese Language & Literature | Chinese International Education | Translation
Medical
Clinical Medicine | Pharmacy | Traditional Chinese Medicine
Example of Degree Program Scholarship
Bachelor’s Degree Program
Chinese Taught
CHENGDU ASEAN SCHOLARSHIP
成都大学 Chengdu University
🎉 Scholarship Inclusions:
- Tuition Fee
- Insurance
- Accommodation
- Living allowance: RMB 1,400–1,600/month
Bachelor’s Degree Program
English Taught
SUSTech DEGREE FULL 4 YEARS SCHOLARSHIP
南方科技大学 Southern University of Science and Technology
🎉 Scholarship Inclusions (total value up to RMB 70,000 ~ SGD 13,400 x 4 years):
- Free tuition, insurance, and accommodation per year
- Monthly allowance of RMB 2,500 x 12 months
Master’s Degree Program
English Taught
CHINA SCHOLARSHIP COUNCIL
浙江大学 Zhejiang University
🎉 Scholarship Inclusions:
- Tuition Fee
- Insurance
- Accommodation
- Monthly allowance of 3,000 RMB
Requirements to Apply for the Degree Program
The following requirements and explanations are general and not specific. Each type of scholarship, university, and program has its own criteria that may vary. However, this information can serve as a preliminary reference before consulting further with our scholarship consultant.
| Category | Bachelor's Degree Program | Master's/PhD Program |
| Age | 18-25 years | Master’s Program: Under 35 years old PhD Program: Under 40 years old |
| Educational Level | High School/Vocational School Graduates | Bachelor’s Degree Graduates |
| Minimum Score | Above 80% | GPA > 3.0 or >80% |
| Language Proficiency* | HSK 4: Above 180 (for Chinese taught program) IELTS >5.5 or TOEFL >70 (for English taught program) | HSK 5 >180 (for Chinese taught program; some Arts programs may only require HSK 4 >180) IELTS >5.5 or TOEFL >80 (for English taught program) |
*Language proficiency is the minimum requirement for applying for scholarships in general. However, we usually recommend achieving the highest possible scores to increase your chances of receiving a scholarship.
Favorite Universities
Let’s explore the programs available at your dream university! Here’s a list of favorite universities where you can apply together with Elite Linguistic Academy:
Student Testimonials
Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree | Hohai University | Fully Funded Scholarship
“Before we went for the official interview, we were given training and a rehearsal on how to conduct ourselves and respond effectively. Elite’s performance is excellent, and they are very trustworthy.”
Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree | Hohai University | Fully Funded Scholarship
“We were given interview practice to ensure everything goes smoothly during the actual interview. It’s great! For those of you who are hesitant about applying, I want to let you know that Elite Linguistic Academy genuinely helps students who want to study in China.”
Vocal Music Bachelor’s Degree | Chengdu University | Chengdu Asean Arts Scholarship
“It feels like destiny, haha. Before I chose Elite Linguistic Academy, I did my research and became more confident after hearing from others that Elite is an official agency. Their service and responsiveness are excellent.”
Business Administration Bachelor’s Degree | Northwestern Polytechnical University | NPU President Scholarship – Second Prize
”Elite Linguistic Academy staff have been extremely helpful in providing detailed answers to all my questions. I see many business opportunities in China. I chose to major in business administration because of these opportunities and my interest in exploring them further.”
Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree | Beihang University | Beihang University Scholarship for International Undergraduates
“I hope Elite Linguistic Academy can open more pathways for Indonesian students to study in China, as the prospects in China look very promising for the future.”
International Economy and Trade Bachelor’s Degree | Changzhou University | Partial Scholarship Changzhou
“I decided to chose International Business major. The consultants were very friendly and polite. They provided options for which campus to attend and what the experience would be like, perfectly matching my criteria.”
Tourism Management Bachelor’s Degree | Nankai University | Chinese Government Scholarship
“I applied for tourism management. Since I had never interviewed before, I was a bit nervous about how I would come across. Elite Linguistic Academy provided typical interview questions that usually come up, and indeed, they were mostly asked. The day before the interview, I had a rehearsal with a teacher, and on the actual day, I had a clear idea of what to expect.”
International Business Master’s Degree| | Central University of Finance and Technology
“I hope Elite Linguistic Academy hosts more seminars so that more people can learn about them. This way, more individuals would have the opportunity to study in China since many people want to study in China but don’t know where to start.”
International Business Master’s Degree | Central University of Finance and Economics | International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
“At first, I thought, ‘Oh no, I’m missing one document, so Elite can’t process my application yet.’ But it turns out, they had already started the application process in installments to the university, so I just need to plan my studies to follow. So, the remaining documents are already secure. That really put my mind at ease.”
General Registration Timeline
(e.g., for the 2024 intake)
[1] Preparation for Mandarin Skills: July 23 – Mar 24
[2] HSK + HSKK Exams / IELTS or TOEFL Exam: Oct 23 – Jan 24
[3] Registration & Document Submission: Dec 23 – Apr 24
[4] Interview & Letter of Acceptance: May 24 – Aug 24
[5] Start Learning in China: Late Aug – Mid Sept 24
Priority List
Benefits of being on Elite Linguistic Academy’s Priority List:
Study Plans
Assist students planning to study in China within the next 6-12 months.
Recommendation
Help students explore cities, programs, and universities.
Document Prep
Assist in curating, reviewing, and assessing documents beforehand.
Application Support
Expedite university and scholarship applications once registrations open.
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