The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) is the only university affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). It was founded in Beijing in 1958 and the first President was Dr. Guo Muoruo, who was concurrently President of CAS. In the early 1970s it moved to Hefei, the capital city of Anhui Province, and has now grown into a comprehensive key national university of sciences, engineering, management science, and liberal arts. During China's 7th and 8th Five-year Plan periods, it was one of the universities that enjoyed special financial support from the government. Presently, it has been selected as one of the first group of universities to receive priority investment for upgrading institutional building under the state's Project 211.

USTC now has 7 schools and colleges, which include 24 departments, the Special Class for the Gifted Young, 2 common core education sections, 36 undergraduate programs, 57 master's degree programs, and 39 doctoral degree programs, and 8 mobile postdoctoral centers covering 28 disciplines. Among the above mentioned academic programs, there are 3 national bases in mathematics, physics, and mechanics for fundamental research of science and cultivation of teaching talents, 4 national key disciplines, and 10 CAS key disciplines. It is also the key base for the education of doctoral students of CAS. USTC also has 4 national key research institutions, 6 CAS key research institutions, and a first-class campus computer network and maintains an excellent position among the universities of China.

The headquarters of USTC has a staff of about 3360 personnel, of which there are more than 1650 teachers. There are 10 academicians from CAS and Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) and 369 professors, of which there are 280 Ph. D advisors, and 825 associate professors. Progressive young teachers occupy more than 80% of the total and they infuse youth and vigor to USTC.

There are altogether over 8, 000 students in USTC, among which there are 550 doctoral students, 1, 300 master students, and more than 6, 000 undergraduate students. The admission scores and comprehensive quality of undergraduates have remained among the best of the universities of China.

USTC is also actively engaged in extensive international exchanges. Every year more than 200 foreign experts come to teach or do research here. Some world-famous scientists such as C.N. Yang, T.D. Lee, S.C.C. Ting, and Y.Z. Lee were engaged as honorary doctors, honorary and guest professorships. Every year over 300 scholars are sent abroad to visit, study, or do cooperative research. USTC has signed agreements of cooperation and exchange with over 40 universities from 20 countries and districts.


Chinese Language and Culture Programs

Courses may run from one week to three years in length. Students can come to study at any time and they will be divided into different classes according to their level of study and demands. Classes will be carried out as classroom teaching, seminars, presentations, outdoor-extended classes and lectures from Mondays through Fridays. However, aside from providing formal Certificate of study from the university, this program does not confer any degree.

Chinese Language:

Conversational Chinese 301, Basic Chinese (I, II, III), Chinese Listening, Modern Chinese, Introduction to Chinese Literature and Arts, An Audiovisual Chinese Course, Chinese Reading, Chinese Writing, Intermediate Level Chinese Course, Advanced Level Chinese Course, etc.

Chinese Culture

Chinese History, Introduction to Chinese Literature, Chinese Arts, Chinese Painting, Chinese Cuisine, Traditional Musical Instruments and Music, Concise History of Ancient Chinese National Science, Modern China, Sunzi Military Tactics, Huangmei Opera, Traditional Chinese Medicine, etc.

Cultural Activities and Field Trips for All Programs

Free trips: Cultural lectures will be given to both the degree and non-degree students. Relevant cultural activities and local excursions will be organized to downtown Hefei, suburban places of historical interest, scenic spots, enterprises, schools, farms, etc.
Arranged tours: Two or more group tours will be organized each year to places of historical and cultural importance, e.g. Xi'an, Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Guilin. This is to help students further understand China and Chinese culture. The expenses are to be paid by the students.
Admission Requirements

Everyone who will abide by Chinese laws and university regulations, respect Chinese people's customs and be in good health may apply for admission in accordance with his/her needs.

Admission

As soon as your application is received, it will be processed. Once you are accepted, you will receive the following documents from the International Affairs Office.

Admission Notice by USTC
JW 202 Form for visa application
Physical Examination Record
Students who have received the above documents must apply at the nearest Chinese Embassy or Consulate General for visas. Students who will be studying at USTC for over one month are required to apply for an X (study) visa. Those who will be studying here for less than one month can apply for either an X visa or L (travel) visa.

Registration:

Time: Non-degree students can come at any time. Degree students shall arrive before September 1st for fall semester and before March 1st for spring semester.

Degrees and Certificates:

Degree candidates who have successfully completed their programs and have met all the requirements prescribed by the university will be conferred a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree respectively.
Non-degree students will receive a certificate of graduation at the end of their study.
Length of Study:

Undergraduate Programs: 5 years

(School of Business 4 years)

Master's Degree Programs: 3 years

Ph. D Degree Programs: 3 years

Non-degree Science Programs: 3 years

Non-degree Science Programs: 6 months ~ 2 years

Non-degree Chinese Programs: 1 week ~ 3 years

Tuition and Fees

(Unit: RMB Yuan/ per person)

Students of Sci. and Tech.

Non-degree Student RMB 16000/yr

Undergraduate RMB 20000/yr

MS Candidate RMB 25000/yr

Ph. D Candidate RMB 30000/yr

Chinese Language and Culture

Less than 3 months RMB 550/wk

3-4 months RMB 1700/month

Semester RMB 6400 yuan

Year RMB 12800 yuan

Registration fee RMB 170 yuan

The tuition shall be paid in the first week of study. The tuition covers expenses for teaching, textbooks, experiments, cultural lectures and activities.

Accommodations

All on-campus housing is air-conditioned, with bathroom and equipped with TV, refrigerator, phone, and furniture.

Room Type Cost per day

3-Room Apartment RMB 43/room

2-Room Apartment RMB 51/room

Double Room (new) RMB 60/bed

Food Cost (approx.):

Student's Dining Room RMB 300/month

Restaurant RMB 425/month


Postal Address:

International Affairs Office

University of Science and Technology of China

Hefei, Anhui Province 230026

P. R. China

Tel: (+86)-551-3602848, 3602847

Fax: (+86)-551-3632579

E-mail: iao@ustc.edu.cn

Visit our Website: www.ustc.edu.cn

You are welcome to study at the University of Science and Technology of China!