Nearby housing and daily life
Hefei is quieter and cheaper than coastal megacities, with a strong science campus atmosphere.
University profile
University of Science and Technology of China
中国科学技术大学
A highly selective science and technology university known for physics, computing, quantum research, and engineering.
Curated profileHefei, AnhuiQS #133
School information
Founded Year
1958
Website
https://en.ustc.edu.cn
International Students
1,500+
City
Hefei
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Majors and degree programs
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Computer SciencePhysicsEngineering
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Tuition and living cost
Tuition
$3,500-$6,000/year
Dormitory
$900-$1,800/year
City living cost
$430-780/month
Living, travel, and careers around campus
Understand the real environment through daily living, food, transport, weekend travel, and career access.
Food and daily rhythm
Daily costs are low, and students rely on campus services, local restaurants, and malls.
Tourism and weekends
Students can visit local parks, museums, Huangshan trips, Nanjing, and Shanghai by high-speed rail.
Why students choose this destination
A real study-abroad decision combines the school, city, cost, travel experience, and career access.
Living cost
$430-780/month
Hefei's living cost affects budget, housing choice, and scholarship pressure.
Travel appeal
Huangshan / Quantum research
Huangshan, Quantum research, Hui culture are useful travel and culture signals for students considering Hefei.
Career access
Computer Science / Physics
Internship fit depends on Hefei's local industries, the student's major, language ability, and university partnerships.
City and destination context
School choice is also about whether the city fits a student's lifestyle, travel interests, and career goals.
Hefei
Hefei is a study city in Anhui. It connects local universities with daily life, regional culture, weekend travel, and industry exposure that should be compared before applying.
View cityAnhui
Anhui offers lower costs, standout science research in Hefei, and one of China's most iconic mountain trips.
View provinceScholarship programs
CSC
CSC Scholarship
Competition: Very high
Coverage
Usually the strongest route: may include tuition waiver, accommodation subsidy, monthly stipend, and medical insurance depending on degree level and annual rules.
Eligibility
Strong academics, complete documents, suitable major, age and degree eligibility, language readiness, and official nomination or university review.
Renewal
Normally reviewed yearly by academic performance, attendance, conduct, and scholarship regulations.
Best for
Applicants with strong grades, clear study plan, complete documents, and enough time before the deadline.
CSC availability differs by school, degree, major, country channel, and year. Always verify the exact Type A / Type B route.
University
USTC Fellowship
Competition: Medium
Coverage
Usually a school-level tuition waiver, merit award, or partial scholarship. Some universities offer full or high-value freshman awards.
Application requirements
GPA
3.0+ recommended; medicine, engineering, and elite programs may require more.
Language
English-taught programs commonly ask for IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
HSK
Chinese-taught programs usually require HSK, with level confirmed by school and major.
Documents
Passport, transcripts, graduation proof, recommendation letters, and study plan are commonly required.
Student reviews
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Excellent for research-focused students
VerifiedChen L. - Singapore - Physics