Guide · updated September 2026
Cheapest Universities in China
We compared 13 universities in China — typical tuition is ₹4.25 L a year.
Universities13
Typical tuition₹4.25 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹27K – ₹8.51 Llowest course fee
Cities7
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 13 — Cheapest Universities in China
Ordered by lowest published tuition.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tianjin Medical University | Tianjin (Tianjin Municipality) | — | ₹27K | — |
| China Pharmaceutical University | Nanjing | — | ₹27K | 11 |
| Shenzhen University | Shenzhen | — | ₹3.69 L | 1 |
| Shanghai Jiao Tong University | Shanghai | — | ₹4.1 L | 24 |
| Peking University | Beijing | — | ₹4.11 L | 27 |
| Huazhong University of Science and Technology | Wuhan | — | ₹4.25 L | 26 |
| Tsinghua University | Beijing | — | ₹4.25 L | 20 |
| Shanghai University | Shanghai | — | ₹4.25 L | 7 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best cheapest universities in China?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Tianjin Medical University, China Pharmaceutical University, Shenzhen University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Peking University. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in China?
Across 13 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹4.25 L a year, ranging from ₹27K to ₹8.51 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in China?
Tianjin Medical University has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹27K a year.
How many universities are covered?
13 universities match this guide; the top 13 are shown.
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