All Levels
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Full tuition + housing + monthly stipend
University of Science and Technology of China
Hefei, China
"A C9 League university for physics, chemistry and quantum science"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#132 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About University of Science and Technology of China
The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) was founded in Beijing in 1958 by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and moved to Hefei in 1970. It is a member of the C9 League and part of Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. USTC is one of China's best universities for physics, chemistry, mathematics, materials and computer science, and is known for quantum research. Its main campuses are in Hefei, Anhui.
Rankings & Recognition
#132
Ranked #132 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#134 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
C9 League
Project 985
Project 211
Double First-Class
Chinese Academy of Sciences
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Science and Technology of China's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
57.6#
Employer Reputation
50.6#
Faculty / Student
98.1#
Citations / Faculty
99.4#
Intl. Faculty
14.9#
Intl. Students
7.8#
Intl. Research Network
74.4#
Employment Outcomes
42.8#
Sustainability
55.3#
#
Key Facts
1958
Founded
approx. 16,600
Total Students
approx. 2,250
Faculty
Hefei, Anhui
Location
Popular Programs
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
Materials Science
Computer Science
Quantum Information
Application Details
Application Route
Online (isa.ustc.edu.cn)
Intakes
September
UG Fellowship Deadline
31 March 2026
PG Fellowship Deadline
31 January 2026
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
HSK (Bachelor's)
|
New HSK 5 |
|
HSK (Chinese-taught PG)
|
HSK 4 |
|
English (English-taught)
|
Proof required |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
JW202 + X1 student visa
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
—
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — approx. 2,250
—
Notable Alumni
Pan Jianwei (quantum physicist)
Campus & Location
USTC's main campuses are on Jinzhai Road in Hefei, Anhui, with institutes for advanced study in Suzhou and Shanghai.
Campus Details
Hefei
campuses + Suzhou and Shanghai institutes
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 25 to 33 C
Coldest (Jan): 0 to 7 C
Climate: Humid subtropical
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dorms: CNY 500-1000 per month
Dining
Campus canteens: Chinese and halal food
Health & Wellness
Campus clinic: Basic care on site
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's
CNY 26,000 / year
Tuition - Master's
approx. CNY 30,000 / year
Tuition - PhD
approx. CNY 35,000 / year
Accommodation
CNY 500-1,000 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
USTC admits degree students in September. For 2026, UG fellowship applications ran to 31 March, and master's / PhD fellowship applications to 31 January.
Scholarships at University of Science and Technology of China
3 scholarships available
All Levels
USTC Fellowship
Tuition + insurance + up to CNY 7,000 / month
PhD
Full funding
CAS-ANSO Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma; New HSK 5
Postgraduate
Bachelor's/master's; HSK 4 or English proof
English Proficiency
HSK (Bachelor's)
HSK (Chinese-taught PG)
English (English-taught)
Proof requiredRequired Documents
Passport copy
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Study / research plan
Two recommendation letters
Language certificate (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL)
Physical examination form
Non-criminal record
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list on isa.ustc.edu.cn.
2
Apply online
Register on isa.ustc.edu.cn and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the application application fee.
4
Review
The school reviews your file; some hold an interview or test.
5
Admission & visa
Get the admission letter and JW202, then apply for an X1 visa.
6
Arrive & register
Register on campus and get your residence permit within 30 days.
Campus & Location
USTC's main campuses are on Jinzhai Road in Hefei, Anhui, with institutes for advanced study in Suzhou and Shanghai.
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