1. These lists are based on programs and institutions listed on specific educational websites. They may not cover every university, and additional affordable options may be available.

2. To explore a broader range of academic programs, visit your chosen university's official website.

China attracts numerous international students for their overseas studies. The country has made substantial investments in education over the years and established partnerships with schools from the UK and US.

Chinese educational institutions offer high-quality education and boast state-of-the-art facilities, with over 100 higher academic institutions currently featured in top rankings by Times Higher Education and TopUniversities.

Average living costs in Chinese cities:

• Beijing is one of the costliest cities, with monthly expenses ranging between 1,000 and 1,200 USD.
• Shanghai and Shenzhen are the second costliest cities, requiring a budget of 850 to 1,200 USD per month.

In other Chinese cities, you may manage with 600 – 1,000 USD per month, potentially covering housing in a residence hall.

Keep in mind that living expenses vary significantly across China, influenced by factors such as tuition fees, university status, city size, and personal spending habits.

Affordable universities in China offering Bachelor’s degrees:

1. China University of Mining and Technology – Starting at 1,778 EUR/year
2. Jiangsu Normal University – Starting at 1,825 EUR/year
3. Huaqiao University – Starting at 1,934 EUR/year
4. Nanjing University of Technology – Starting at 2,066 EUR/year
5. Northeast Normal University – Starting at 2,066 EUR/year
6. Henan University – Starting at 2,075 EUR/year
7. Yangzhou University – Starting at 2,076 EUR/year
8. Fuzhou University – Starting at 2,087 EUR/year
9. Jiangnan University – Starting at 2,136 EUR/year
10. Chongqing Technology and Business University – Starting at 2,204 EUR/year

Affordable universities in China offering Master’s degrees:

1. University of Hamburg in China – Starting at 0 EUR/year
2. Politecnico di Torino in China – Starting at 0 EUR/year
3. Technical University of Munich in China – Starting at 150 EUR per year
4. Zhejiang University – Starting at 2,018 EUR per year
5. Guangxi University – Starting at 2,335 EUR/year
6. Ningbo University – Starting at 2,569 EUR per year
7. Renmin University of China – Starting at 2,559 EUR/year
8. Wenzhou University – Starting at 2,600 EUR per year
9. Ocean University of China – Starting at 2,643 EUR per year
10. North University of China – Starting at 2,826 EUR per year

Scholarships for international students in China – Affordable Universities in China:

China is actively seeking international students and offers over 40,000 scholarship awards at all study levels (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD). The main types include Chinese government scholarships (CSC scholarships), local government scholarships, university scholarships, and enterprise scholarships. Applications for scholarships can be submitted on the official CUCAS website.

Keep in mind that living in China is relatively affordable, especially if you opt for a room in a student hall. Explore more about living costs in China.