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University of Science and Technology of China is in Hefei, China; its bachelor's degrees are taught in Chinese. Tuition for international students: CNY 26,000 (≈ US$3,900) per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: High school graduation Completed high school or attained a higher level of education. Language: HSK 5. Applying: application fee CNY 0. Scholarships: 2 from the university; government scholarships: Chinese Government Scholarship — Bilateral Program, Chinese Government Scholarship — University Program.

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Quick summary

Cost per year	tuition CNY 26,000 per year (≈ US$3,900)
Money from the college	Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 2 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students; the college does not publish amounts. Government scholarships for this country: Chinese Government Scholarship — Bilateral Program, Chinese Government Scholarship — University Program.
Chances of admission	High school graduation: Completed high school or attained a higher level of education. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Application deadlines	Earliest: Mar 31 (Main round)
Where and how students live	Hefei · 31 km from HFE airport
Housing	First-year housing: Available (apply)
Working while studying	Holders of a student residence permit may work part-time or intern off campus only with the university's approval and with remarks added to the residence permit by the exit-entry administration stating the location and duration; without the remarks, off-campus work or internships are not allowed.
After graduation	No general post-study work visa; outstanding bachelor's graduates of key Chinese universities engaged in innovation or start-up activities may apply for a residence permit valid for 2-5 years.

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Financial aid & requirements for international students

Merit scholarships	Yes — international students can receive merit scholarships Sources (1) “The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has established full and partial undergraduate scholarships to encourage and support outstanding international students in pursuing bachelor’s degrees at USTC.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English proficiency	English proficiency test not required Sources (1) “A: There is no requirement for English language proficiency.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathway	Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Degree programmes taught in English	Not yet determined — check the college site ↗

Scholarships for first-year students

USTC Fellowship for Undergraduate Programs (Full Scholarship)

MeritInternational students onlySeparate applicationDeadline Mar 31

Amount not published

Who can receive it: International students only
How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Deadline: Mar 31

Sources (3)

“The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has established full and partial undergraduate scholarships to encourage and support outstanding international students in pursuing bachelor’s degrees at USTC.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“Full Scholarship: Tuition waiver, comprehensive medical insurance, monthly living stipends, and on-campus dormitories (or off-campus housing subsidy).”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“Application Time: October 25, 2026 — March 31, 2027”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

USTC Fellowship for Undergraduate Programs (Partial Scholarship)

MeritInternational students onlySeparate applicationDeadline Mar 31

Amount not published

Who can receive it: International students only
How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Deadline: Mar 31

Sources (3)

“The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has established full and partial undergraduate scholarships to encourage and support outstanding international students in pursuing bachelor’s degrees at USTC.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“Partial Scholarship: Tuition waiver.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“Application Time: October 25, 2026 — March 31, 2027”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programme	Programmes taught in Chinese: Artificial Intelligence · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Programmes taught in Chinese: Chemistry · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Programmes taught in Chinese: Computer Science · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Programmes taught in Chinese: Engineering Sciences · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Programmes taught in Chinese: Life Sciences · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Programmes taught in Chinese: Management Sciences · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Programmes taught in Chinese: Mathematics · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Programmes taught in Chinese: Physics · 4 years Source (2) “USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 “The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Bachelor's programme

Programmes taught in Chinese: Artificial Intelligence · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes taught in Chinese: Chemistry · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes taught in Chinese: Computer Science · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes taught in Chinese: Engineering Sciences · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes taught in Chinese: Life Sciences · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes taught in Chinese: Management Sciences · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes taught in Chinese: Mathematics · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes taught in Chinese: Physics · 4 years

Source (2)

“USTC offers 40 undergraduate programs for international students across 15 disciplines: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysical Sciences, Environmental Science and Engineering, Management Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences and Nuclear Engineering.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“The undergraduate programs at USTC are four-year, full-time programs with Chinese as the language of instruction.”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification	High school graduation: Completed high school or attained a higher level of education ↗ Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Application fee	CNY 0 one-time Source (1) “A: No, there is no application fee.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application requirement	Proof of funds / financial documents: Required Source (1) “● Statement of Financial Support” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Passport copy: Required Source (1) “● A scanned copy of the personal information page of the applicant’s ordinary passport.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1) “● Personal Statement” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Teacher recommendation: Required ×1 Source (1) “● Recommendation letter from senior high school (including referee’s telephone number and email address)” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required Source (1) “● China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA) Score Report” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 School transcript / academic records: Required Source (1) “● Notarized copies of the high school graduation certificate and complete academic transcripts for all courses taken during high school.” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Government scholarships for studying in China

Funded by the government, not by the university; check whether this university takes part and the application route.

Chinese Government Scholarship — Bilateral Program

China Scholarship Council (CSC)

CNY 2,500 (≈ US$375)

Who can receive it: International students only
Amount: CNY 2,500 (≈ US$375)

Sources (5)

“It is open to undergraduates, postgraduates, general and senior scholars. An applicant shall file an application with the dispatching department of their home countries.”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“Scholarship Coverage — 1. Tuition fees; 2. Free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy; 3. Stipend: Undergraduates: CNY 2,500 per month”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“Comprehensive medical insurance: CNY 800 per person per year; CNY 400 per person (for programs lasting less than six months)”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“be a citizen of a country other than the PRC and in good health both mentally and physically”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“be an academically excellent holder of high school diploma or its equivalent under the age of 25 when applying for an undergraduate program”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Chinese Government Scholarship — University Program (reference)

China Scholarship Council (CSC)

CNY 2,500 (≈ US$375)

Who can receive it: International students only
Amount: CNY 2,500 (≈ US$375)
How to apply: Separate scholarship application

Sources (5)

“The program is designed to finance the study of talented international students in China that are directly ***ed and recommended by designated Chinese universities.”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“An applicant shall file an application with Chinese universities undertaking this program.”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“Scholarship Coverage — 1. Tuition fees; 2. Free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy; 3. Stipend: Undergraduates: CNY 2,500 per month”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“be a citizen of a country other than the PRC and in good health both mentally and physically”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“be an academically excellent holder of high school diploma or its equivalent under the age of 25 when applying for an undergraduate program”

campuschina.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Application	Mar 31 Source (1) “2. Online Application \| October 25, 2026–March 31, 2027” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Scholarship application	Mar 31 Source (1) “Application Time: October 25, 2026 — March 31, 2027” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

Tuition	Programmes taught in Chinese: CNY 26,000 per year (≈ US$3,900) (reference)
Housing and meals	Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Living costs (college estimate)	Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Student health insurance	CNY 800 per year (≈ US$120) (reference) (reference)
Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel)	Not yet determined — check the college site ↗

Sources (2)

“1. Tuition fee: 26,000 RMB per academic year”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

“2. Insurance fee: 800 RMB per academic year”

ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.

Where students live

First-year on-campus housing	Available (apply) (reference) Source (1) “3. Accommodation fee for on-campus dormitories varying from 500–1,000 RMB per month depending on room type and size” ic.ustc.edu.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)	Holders of a student residence permit may work part-time or intern off campus only with the university's approval and with remarks added to the residence permit by the exit-entry administration stating the location and duration; without the remarks, off-campus work or internships are not allowed. government rule Source (2) “Where a foreigner holding a residence permit for students intends to work part-time or take internship outside the school/university, the applicant shall, with the approval of the school/university, apply to the exit and entry departments of public security organs for remarks on residence permit” en.nia.gov.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 “Foreigners holding student-type residence permits without the required remarks shall not be allowed to work or take internship outside the school/university.” en.nia.gov.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
Post-study work visa (name and length)	No general post-study work visa; outstanding bachelor's graduates of key Chinese universities engaged in innovation or start-up activities may apply for a residence permit valid for 2-5 years. (reference) government rule Source (1) “For outstanding foreign students who have obtained a bachelor's degree or above from key universities in China and are engaged in innovation activities or business start-up in China, the applicant may apply for residence permits valid for 2-5 years” en.nia.gov.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)

Holders of a student residence permit may work part-time or intern off campus only with the university's approval and with remarks added to the residence permit by the exit-entry administration stating the location and duration; without the remarks, off-campus work or internships are not allowed. government rule

Source (2)

“Where a foreigner holding a residence permit for students intends to work part-time or take internship outside the school/university, the applicant shall, with the approval of the school/university, apply to the exit and entry departments of public security organs for remarks on residence permit”

en.nia.gov.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

“Foreigners holding student-type residence permits without the required remarks shall not be allowed to work or take internship outside the school/university.”

en.nia.gov.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Post-study work visa (name and length)

No general post-study work visa; outstanding bachelor's graduates of key Chinese universities engaged in innovation or start-up activities may apply for a residence permit valid for 2-5 years. (reference) government rule

Source (1)

“For outstanding foreign students who have obtained a bachelor's degree or above from key universities in China and are engaged in innovation activities or business start-up in China, the applicant may apply for residence permits valid for 2-5 years”

en.nia.gov.cn ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Location

City / state	Hefei
Nearest major airport	Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE), about 31 km in a straight line
Map	View on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q1074103 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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