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Intakes
September, March
Visa
X1 student visa
Quick snapshot
Studying in China, in 30 seconds
- IntakesSeptember, MarchDetails
Per year, in rupeesRs 20 lakh – Rs 49 lakhDetails
Tuition$2,500 – $8,000 / yearDetails
Living costs$400 – $800 / monthDetails- VisaX1 student visa · StraightforwardDetails
Work rightsLimited, with permission
EnglishIELTS for English-taught programmes
Universities39 profiled, Tier 1 firstOpen
Scholarships5 fully funded options trackedDetails
Quick answer
Pakistani students can study in China on a X1 student visa after receiving the Admission notice and JW202 form. Main intakes are September, March. Expect tuition of roughly $2,500 – $8,000 / year and living costs of $400 – $800 / month. Work rights: limited, with permission. English: IELTS for English-taught programmes.
Reviewed by the TeamOnline counselling team · Updated October 2026
Why Pakistani students choose China
China offers government and university scholarships, popular English-taught MBBS programmes and access to one of the world’s largest economies.
Chinese Government Scholarship
English-taught MBBSLow costs
CPEC career links
Popular courses
What Pakistani students most often study here.
Where you’ll study in China
Student cities and the universities we know best.
Student cities
Counsellor’s tip
For MBBS, check that the university is approved for Pakistani students and that the programme is fully taught in English.
Work and jobs: Students need permission to work. Learning Chinese pays off for later careers.
Universities are listed for orientation only. TeamOnline shortlists from many institutions based on your profile.
How hard is it to study in China?
Our assessment for Pakistani students, from the files we handle.
Getting in
Accessible
Accessible, with competitive scholarships at top universities.
Visa
Straightforward
Straightforward with the JW form.
Cost
Very low
Low tuition, especially on CSC.
Work rights
Very limited
Very limited work rights.
Undergraduate applications
Apply directly to the university or through the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC).
Master’s & PhD applications
Directly or through CSC: via HEC (bilateral), the university (Type B) or other routes.
What it costs
Indicative figures. Your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
One year, tuition + living, in rupees
Rs 20 lakh – Rs 49 lakh
Rough estimate at about Rs 280 per US dollar. Scholarships can bring this to zero.
| Tuition | $2,500 – $8,000 / year |
|---|---|
| Living costs | $400 – $800 / month |
| Funds to show for the visa | Tuition still owed + living costs for the required period |
| Other costs | Visa fee, health cover or surcharge, flights, deposit |
China X1 student visa: step by step
Straightforward: Straightforward with the JW form.
- 1Admission letter and JW201/202Issued by the university.
- 2Physical exam formCompleted before travel.
- 3X1 visaAt the Chinese embassy or consulates.
- 4Residence permitWithin 30 days of arrival.
Watch out: For CSC, the university route often moves faster than the HEC route; many students apply both ways.
Scholarships for China
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) · Undergraduate · Master’s · PhD
Fully funded · HEC call usually December–January.
Schwarzman Scholars · Master’s
Fully funded · Usually September.
Yenching Academy Scholarship · Master’s
Fully funded · Usually December.
ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents · Master’s · PhD
Fully funded · Usually closes early in the year.
International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship · Undergraduate · Master’s
Fully funded · Usually spring.
Deadlines for China
Full timeline →- Yenching Academy ScholarshipUsually December · scholarship~84 days
- Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)Usually January · scholarship~115 days
- ANSO Scholarship for Young TalentsUsually February · scholarship~125 days
- International Chinese Language Teachers ScholarshipUsually April · scholarship~204 days
- Schwarzman ScholarsUsually September · scholarship~357 days
Studying in China: FAQs
01Can Pakistani students study in China?
Yes. Pakistani students apply to universities in China and then for a X1 student visa, which is built on the Admission notice and JW202 form. TeamOnline handles the applications and the visa file.
02When are the intakes in China?
The main intakes are September, March. Start preparing 8 to 12 months before your intake.
03How much does it cost to study in China?
Tuition is roughly $2,500 – $8,000 / year, and living costs are roughly $400 – $800 / month. These are indicative figures; your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
04Can I work while studying in China?
Limited, with permission.
05Do I need IELTS to study in China?
IELTS for English-taught programmes. Requirements vary by university and course.
06Is it hard to get into universities in China?
Accessible. Accessible, with competitive scholarships at top universities.
07Is the X1 student visa hard to get from Pakistan?
Straightforward. Straightforward with the JW form. Watch out: For CSC, the university route often moves faster than the HEC route; many students apply both ways.
08How do I apply to a master’s in China?
Directly or through CSC: via HEC (bilateral), the university (Type B) or other routes.
09Which universities in China do Pakistani students apply to?
Well-known options include Tsinghua University, Peking University, Zhejiang University, Wuhan University. The right shortlist depends on your grades, budget and course, and TeamOnline builds one for your profile.
10What are the best cities for students in China?
Beijing, Shanghai, Wuhan, Nanjing are popular with international students. Students need permission to work. Learning Chinese pays off for later careers.
Best Universities In China
Tier-1 first. Every profile has costs, how to apply and the scholarships that fund you.
How We Get You To China
One counsellor from your first question to your flight.
01Honest shortlist
Universities and scholarships you can realistically win, not the ones that pay agents most.
02Applications that stand out
SOPs, CVs and references shaped with you, then checked line by line.
03Visa file done right
Funds, documents and interview practice for your country’s rules.
04Ready to fly
Accommodation, travel and pre-departure briefing so you land prepared.
Next step
Ready to apply to China?
Book a free profile assessment with a counsellor.