Hangzhou
Hangzhou, capital of Zhejiang, is one of China's most beautiful and livable cities, anchored by the legendary West Lake and home to Zhejiang University. The city is also China's e-commerce capital — the headquarters of Alibaba and NetEase — offering outstanding internships in technology and digital business. Hangzhou combines a mild climate, green hills, tea villages and a strong tech economy at a lower cost than Shanghai, just an hour away by bullet train.
Why students choose Hangzhou
West Lake cycling, tea villages, livestream-commerce culture, startup energy.
Career & jobs: E-commerce, livestream commerce, AI, fintech — Alibaba ecosystem.
What you need to know about Hangzhou
$500/mo
E-commerce, livestream commerce, AI, fintech — Alibaba ecosystem.
Very safe
Metro expanding rapidly, high-speed rail to Shanghai in 1 hour.
Beggar's chicken, Dongpo pork, West Lake fish, Longjing tea.
West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Tea villages, Xixi Wetland
Universities in Hangzhou
Fund your studies in Hangzhou
These scholarships apply to students heading to Hangzhou. 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 Hangzhou
- 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 Hangzhou Entry-Exit Bureau
How to apply in Hangzhou
- 1. Choose a university and program in Hangzhou
- 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 Hangzhou 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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