Chengdu
Chengdu, capital of Sichuan, is China's western gateway and a booming technology, gaming and lifestyle city, home to Sichuan University. Famous for pandas, hot pot, tea culture and a relaxed pace of life, Chengdu offers affordable living, a mild climate and a fast-growing software and gaming industry. The city is a favorite for international students who want a high quality of life with strong career prospects in western China.
Why students choose Chengdu
Teahouse culture, panda base, nightlife, gaming & esports scene.
Career & jobs: Gaming, tech, manufacturing, automotive (Volvo, Volkswagen).
What you need to know about Chengdu
$450/mo
Gaming, tech, manufacturing, automotive (Volvo, Volkswagen).
Very safe
Metro, buses, high-speed rail, international airport.
Sichuan hot pot, mapo tofu, kung pao chicken, dan dan noodles.
Giant Panda Base, Jinli Street, Wuhou Shrine, Mount Qingcheng
Universities in Chengdu
Fund your studies in Chengdu
These scholarships apply to students heading to Chengdu. Check eligibility and apply early.
Guiyang North District Normal University Presidential Scholarship
Full tuition + accommodation + monthly stipend + medical insurance
Fully FundedUniversityGuiyang North District Normal University Merit Scholarship
Partial to full tuition waiver; some include accommodation
PartialUniversityGuiyang North District Normal University Dean Scholarship
Partial to full tuition waiver; some include accommodation
PartialUniversityGuiyang North District University of Technology International Student Scholarship
Partial to full tuition waiver; some include accommodation
PartialStudent visa for Chengdu
- X1 visa — long-term (degree programs, valid for the full study period)
- X2 visa — short-term (language and exchange programs up to 180 days)
- JW202 form from your university + admission notice required
- Convert to a residence permit within 30 days of arrival at the local Chengdu Entry-Exit Bureau
How to apply in Chengdu
- 1. Choose a university and program in Chengdu
- 2. Prepare documents (passport, transcripts, recommendation letters, study plan)
- 3. Submit the application and pay any application fee
- 4. Receive admission notice and JW202 form
- 5. Apply for your student visa at the Chinese embassy
- 6. Travel to Chengdu and register at your university
Applications for September intake usually close in June; spring intake closes in December.: Applications for September intake usually close in June; spring intake closes in December.
Most universities require a high school diploma (Bachelor), a relevant Bachelor (Master), language proficiency (HSK or IELTS), and a valid passport: Most universities require a high school diploma (Bachelor), a relevant Bachelor (Master), language proficiency (HSK or IELTS), and a valid passport.
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