التكلفة الكاملة للسنة الأولى من الدراسة في الصين، بنداً ببند

• University application fees: CNY 400–800 per institution, non-refundable
• HSK: CNY 150–500 per level depending on country and level
• IELTS or TOEFL: USD 200–250
• CSCA: varies by country and number of subject papers
• Foreigner Physical Examination Form: CNY 400–800 in China, often more abroad
• Police clearance certificate: USD 20–80
• Document notarisation, translation and authentication: USD 30–150
• Visa: typically USD 30–140 depending on nationality
• One-way flight to China: USD 400–1,200
• First month of living costs before the first stipend payment: CNY 4,000–8,000
• Comprehensive medical insurance: around CNY 800 per year, usually covered by scholarships

The setup phase typically costs USD 500–1,500 excluding flights. Students on scholarships should still arrive with at least CNY 10,000–15,000 available, because stipends are usually paid monthly and the first payment can lag enrolment by several weeks.