Guides and news
Practical guidance on applying, visas, budgeting and student life, written by the Chongqing Bolaiwei advisory team.
AdmissionsPreparing your documents for a September intake
The six documents every file needs, the order to collect them in, and the two that take the longest to arrange.
ScholarshipsCSC scholarships explained
What the Chinese Government Scholarship actually covers, who qualifies, and how Chongqing Bolaiwei prepares a competitive file.
Student lifeYour first month as a student in China
Registration, residence permits, SIM cards and finding your way around campus — a survival guide for week one to four.
- Admissions
What happens after you submit your application
From submission to admission letter: what Chongqing Bolaiwei does with your file and how long each step usually takes.
- Scholarships
Fully funded or partially funded — what is the difference?
Scholarship coverage varies more than most students expect. Here is how to read what an offer actually includes.
- Student life
What living costs really look like for students in China
Hostel fees, food, transport and data — a realistic monthly budget from students we have placed.