Q: What does the support include?

The support includes: profile assessment, university selection, help preparing documents, application submission, visa-stage consultations, recommendations on relocation prep. The exact scope depends on the chosen cooperation format (Foundation / Advance / Full Support / VIP Platinum) — the exact list is fixed in the offer contract.

Q: How much does the study cost?

The cost depends on the program, university and city. Options: full scholarship (CSC/Belt & Road — 100% tuition + dorm + stipend), partial scholarship (10–50% off), paid tuition ($2,500–10,000/year for Bachelor's depending on the university and major). The total budget includes tuition, accommodation (¥4,000–12,000/year for the dorm) and personal expenses (~¥1,500–3,000/month).

Question 1

Why China, and not Europe or the USA?

Accepted Answer

Budget 5–8× lower than the US, English-taught studies at C9 universities (QS top-50), CSC scholarships cover everything, Asian job market with $50k+ salaries. China is the only country where for $5–10k/year you can study in QS top-50.

Question 2

Is it safe to study in China right now?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Crime rates in Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu are 4–6× lower than in Russian megapolises. X1 student visas are issued steadily; Russia and the CIS are priority regions for Chinese universities in 2026.

Question 3

Can I submit documents on my own?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can submit documents on your own via universities' online systems. The difficulties usually arise in choosing programs, checking requirements, preparing documents and meeting deadlines. Mistakes at these stages can lead to rejection or having to postpone admission for a year.

Question 4

What documents are needed for admission?

Accepted Answer

School certificate/diploma + transcript, motivation letter, 2 recommendations, passport, health certificate (Foreigner Physical Examination Form), 3×4 photos (10 pcs). For PhD — research proposal and publications. All translations — notarised with apostille.

Question 5

What are CSC Type A and Type B?

Accepted Answer

Type A — a Chinese state scholarship, submitted via the Chinese embassy in your country (only until end of March). Type B — a scholarship from a specific university, submitted directly to the school. Most of our clients get Type B — competition is lower and approval reaches up to 80%.

Question 6

What does a full CSC cover?

Accepted Answer

Tuition (100%), on-campus dorm (2–3 person room with internet), medical insurance, monthly stipend ¥2,500 (Bachelor's) / ¥3,000 (Master's) / ¥3,500 (PhD). Does not cover: airfare, food, personal expenses.

Question 7

What is JW202?

Accepted Answer

JW202 is not a medical certificate. It is an official university document (invitation form) issued to admitted international students and used to apply for the X1/X2 student visa to China. The medical form for foreign students (Foreigner Physical Examination Form) is issued separately.

Question 8

What's the difference between X1 and X2 visas?

Accepted Answer

X1 — for long-term study (>180 days), single entry → exchanged for a Residence Permit in China. X2 — for short stays (<180 days), language courses and exchanges. For Bachelor's/Master's/PhD — always X1.

Question 9

What does the support include?

Accepted Answer

The support includes: profile assessment, university selection, help preparing documents, application submission, visa-stage consultations, recommendations on relocation prep. The exact scope depends on the chosen cooperation format (Foundation / Advance / Full Support / VIP Platinum) — the exact list is fixed in the offer contract.

Question 10

How much does the study cost?

Accepted Answer

The cost depends on the program, university and city. Options: full scholarship (CSC/Belt & Road — 100% tuition + dorm + stipend), partial scholarship (10–50% off), paid tuition ($2,500–10,000/year for Bachelor's depending on the university and major). The total budget includes tuition, accommodation (¥4,000–12,000/year for the dorm) and personal expenses (~¥1,500–3,000/month).

Question 11

What are the campus dormitories like?

Accepted Answer

Standard — a room for 1–4 people with bathroom, shower, AC, internet. Cost ¥4,000–12,000/year. Foreigners often have separate blocks. With CSC the dorm is free.

Question 12

Can students work?

Accepted Answer

Officially — only on campus (tutoring, assistant, library) up to 16 hr/week. Pay ¥30–80/hour. Unofficially many do online side work (freelance, Russian-language tutoring), but without a work visa it's better not to overdo it.

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