Ordos
Ordos, a city in Inner Mongolia, is a tier 2 Chinese city with a population of about 2.1 million, known for its modern urban planning and grassland culture.
Why students pick Ordos
Students in Ordos enjoy low living costs, unique Mongolian-Han cultural fusion, and access to grassland tourism and modern city amenities.
Career & jobs: Opportunities in energy, tourism, education and local industry, with part-time teaching and hospitality roles for students.
What you should know about Ordos
$380/mo
Opportunities in energy, tourism, education and local industry, with part-time teaching and hospitality roles for students.
Ordos is very safe for international students with low crime and a calm, modern environment.
Ordos has buses and taxi services with affordable fares, and is connected by road and rail to regional hubs.
Ordos features Inner Mongolian cuisine — lamb, dairy, roasted meats and noodles — plus standard Chinese options and halal restaurants.
Kangbashi new district, Genghis Khan Mausoleum, Xilamuren grassland, Ordos Museum, Local night market
Universities in Ordos
Ordos University of Science and Technology
Ordos University of Finance and Economics
Ordos University of Technology
Ordos Agricultural University
Ordos Polytechnic University
Ordos Medical University
Ordos Normal University
Ordos University
Fund your studies in Ordos
These funding options apply to students heading to Ordos. 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 Ordos
- 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 Ordos Entry-Exit Bureau
How to apply in Ordos
- 1. Pick a university and program in Ordos
- 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 Ordos 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 Ordos
Universities and agencies in Ordos can collaborate with us to recruit international students.