In case of any dispute or misunderstanding relating to the interpretation of the language or terms used in this document, the Chinese version shall prevail.

1. Introduction

University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) is under the leadership of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). As a key university of the nation, it is noted for its advanced science and high technology programs, unique management studies and well-tailored disciplines in the humanities.

USTC offers 34 undergraduate programs in 12 disciplines as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Life Science, Engineering Science, Electronic Information, Computer Science, Geophysics, Environmental Science, Economic Management and Nuclear Engineering. (Attachment 1: List of Undergraduate Programs)

The undergraduate programs in USTC are 4-year full-time study and mainly delivered in Chinese, with part of the courses taught in English or bilingually. Bachelor's degree and graduation certificate will be awarded if the students finish all the required course work and pass the thesis defense.

2. Eligibility

2.1 Non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport, in good physical and mental health, and awarded a graduation certificate from senior high school

2.2 Having passed new HSK Level 5 or above; applicants whose native language is Chinese, or can provide proof of studying at a high school where the teaching language is Chinese, can apply for HSK test waiver

2.3 Emigrants from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan applying as international students must have obtained their current foreign citizenship before April 30, 2015. In addition, the applicant must have lived abroad for at least 2 years during the period between April 30, 2014 and April 30, 2018 (more than 9 months of residence abroad per year may be considered as one year)

3. Application Procedures

3.1: Online Application for USTC Admission

The online application includes filling in the application form and uploading supporting documentations.

1. Create your online application ID with a valid email account and input a password of your own. You will receive a confirmation email.

2. Log on your application ID and fill in all the information and upload required documents. Your information will be automatically saved once you click "NEXT" when you finish each step.

3. Submit your application form by clicking "Confirm and Submit" upon completion. Note that once your application pass "file review", your information CANNOT be changed.

4.  You can click "Status" in the Quick Links to check your application status.

Application materials Required.

*Application Form for International Students (Undergraduate Program) (Attachment 2)

*Photocopy of passport (including pages with Chinese visa or residence permit, if applicable)

*Notarized photocopies of senior high school graduation certificate and transcripts; applicants who will be graduating from senior high school before July 2018 should provide Pre-graduation Certificate issued by senior high school (Original senior high school graduation certificate and transcripts are required upon registration if get admitted)

*Photocopies of Certificate of new HSK Level 5 and transcripts (original certificate and transcripts are required upon registration if get admitted);or a proof of studying at a high school where the teaching language is Chinese

*Foreigner Physical Examination Form (Attachment 3)

*Recommendation letter from senior high school (original copy in Chinese or English)

*Applicants under 18 by Sept. 1st, 2018 should submit a Guardian Statement (Attachment 4). The guardian of the applicant has to stay in Hefei during the period of applicant’s studying at USTC. Whatever the guardian's nationality is, he or she must have a stable source of living.

*Emigrants from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan applying as international studentsshould submit the following documents:①Immigration certificate;②Proof of cancellation of the original Chinese citizenship;③Photocopy of the passport pages with customs stamps (exit and entry) from April 30, 2015 to March 15th, 2018;④Proof of living abroad from April 30, 2015 to March 15th, 2018   

In addition to the above application materials, USTC may require applicants to provide supplementary materials, depending on the circumstances.

3.2 Entrance Examination & Interview

3.2.1 Entrance Examination

Applicants who passed the review of the application documents will be informed to participate in the entrance examination, which covers the subjects of Chinese, Mathematics, English and Science (comprehensive test of Physics, Chemistry and Biology). The time and venue for entrance examination will be notified later (usually held in April or May).

Applicants who pass the review of the application documents and meet the following requirements can be exempted from taking the entrance examination:

3.2.2 Interview

Applicants who pass the entrance examination or meet the examination waiver requirements are to attend the interview. Time, venue and method of interview will be notified later.

3.3 Admission

The admission decision is based on a comprehensive evaluation of applicants’ academic performance (entrance examination or SAT/IB/GCE A-Level/ACT results), interview performance, qualifications, certificates and other related materials.

Admission Notice and Visa Application Form for Study in China (JW202) will be sent out to the admitted applicants. The admitted applicants should take their ordinary passport, Admission Notice, Visa Application Form (JW202), and original Foreigner Physical Examination Form as well as other original documents of physical examination to the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in their home countries, and apply for student visa (X1 visa).

The admitted applicants shall come to USTC for registration during the dates indicated on the Admission Notice with the aforementioned documents. The admitted applicants must enter China with ordinary passport and X1 visa.

4. Fees & Scholarships

4.1 Tuition fee: RMB 26,000 yuan per academic year

4.2 Insurance fee: RMB 800 yuan per academic year

4.3 Accommodation fee for on-campus dormitories varying from RMB 500--1,000 RMB per month depending on room type and size

4.4 Excellent applicants may apply for USTC Scholarship, which covers tuition fee, insurance fee, monthly stipend of RMB 2,500 yuan and fee for on-campus dormitory. Please refer to the following link for details:

http://isa.ustc.edu.cn/xs/disp.asp?menu1=01&menu2=03&ucode=101

4.5 Excellent applicants may also apply through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General in their home country for Chinese Government Scholarship. After having obtained the Award Letter from the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General, applicants can apply to USTC for pre-acceptance. Official admission documents will be sent out after the applicants have been awarded the Chinese Government Scholarship. Please consult the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General, or refer to the following link for details: http://www.csc.edu.cn/Laihua/

5. Contact (please submit the application documents to the following address)

International College

University of Science and Technology of China

Room 229, Old Library

96 Jinzhai Road, Hefei Anhui 230026

P.R.China

Tel: 0086-551-63600279

Fax: 0086-551-63632579

E-mail: isa@ustc.edu.cn

Online Application(Only for Undergraduate's Programs)

Attachments: 1. List of Undergraduate Programs

                    2. Application Form for International Students (Undergraduate Program)

                    3. Foreigner Physical Examination Form