Plan before you apply
Study in China: the complete 6-step journey
Follow the route from first decision to your first week on campus. Each step shows what to do, what to verify and what can go wrong. University pages and official admissions rules remain the authority.
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Reviewed 29 October 2026
Your route
Study in China: the complete 6-step journey
01 Step 01 Define the goal and the real budget Choose the degree, subject, start date and total budget before looking at university names. Open the step-by-step guide → 02 Step 02 Check eligibility and teaching language Match your school qualification, grades and language evidence to the exact programme. Open the step-by-step guide → 03 Step 03 Shortlist verified programmes Build a focused list by programme, language, city, cost and current intake — not by university name alone. Open the step-by-step guide → 04 Step 04 Prepare documents and apply Build the document file, use the official portal and track scholarship and admission separately. Open the step-by-step guide → 05 Step 05 Accept the offer, pay safely and apply for the visa Verify the offer, use the official payment channel and follow the admission documents through the visa process. Open the step-by-step guide → 06 Step 06 Arrive, register and maintain your status Complete university registration, residence-permit steps, insurance and everyday setup without missing deadlines. Open the step-by-step guide →
The one rule that applies to every step
Use the university’s current official programme page for the exact degree, campus, language, tuition, deadline and document rules. Do not treat a directory, social post or agency summary as the final authority.