Hangzhou
Hangzhou, capital of Zhejiang, is one of China's most beautiful and livable cities, anchored by the legendary West Lake and home to Zhejiang University. The city is also China's e-commerce capital — the headquarters of Alibaba and NetEase — offering outstanding internships in technology and digital business. Hangzhou combines a mild climate, green hills, tea villages and a strong tech economy at a lower cost than Shanghai, just an hour away by bullet train.
Why students pick Hangzhou
West Lake cycling, tea villages, livestream-commerce culture, startup energy.
Career & jobs: E-commerce, livestream commerce, AI, fintech — Alibaba ecosystem.
What you should know about Hangzhou
$500/mo
E-commerce, livestream commerce, AI, fintech — Alibaba ecosystem.
Very safe
Metro expanding rapidly, high-speed rail to Shanghai in 1 hour.
Beggar's chicken, Dongpo pork, West Lake fish, Longjing tea.
West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Tea villages, Xixi Wetland
Universities in Hangzhou
No universities listed yet — ask an advisor for the complete list.
Fund your studies in Hangzhou
These funding options apply to students heading to Hangzhou. Review eligibility and apply early.
Guangdong Government Scholarship
Full tuition + accommodation + monthly stipend
PartialCityDalian Government Scholarship
Full tuition + monthly stipend + accommodation
Fully FundedChinese Government (CSC)Belt and Road Scholarship
Full tuition + monthly stipend + accommodation + insurance
Fully FundedCityBeijing Government Scholarship
Full or partial tuition + one-off stipend
PartialStudent visa for Hangzhou
- X1 visa — long-term (degree programs, covers the full study period)
- X2 visa — short-term (language and exchange programs up to 180 days)
- JW202 form from your university + admission notice required
- Convert to a residence permit within 30 days of arrival at the local Hangzhou Entry-Exit Bureau
How to apply in Hangzhou
- 1. Pick a university and program in Hangzhou
- 2. Gather documents (passport, transcripts, recommendation letters, study plan)
- 3. Submit your application and pay any application fee
- 4. Receive admission notice and JW202 form
- 5. Apply for your student visa at the Chinese embassy
- 6. Travel to Hangzhou and register at your university
September intake applications typically close in June; spring intake closes in December.: September intake applications typically close in June; spring intake closes in December.
Most universities require a high school diploma (Bachelor), a relevant Bachelor (Master), language proficiency (HSK or IELTS), and a valid passport: Most universities require a high school diploma (Bachelor), a relevant Bachelor (Master), language proficiency (HSK or IELTS), and a valid passport.
Partner with us in Hangzhou
Universities and agencies in Hangzhou can collaborate with us to recruit international students.