The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) research internship program provides the opportunity for graduate students or 3rd/4th year undergraduate students to participate in research projects to gain valuable experience on a variety of cutting-edge research at USTC.
II. Program Benefits
● Enhance research capability in state-of-the-art labs under the guidance of professors at USTC
● Have a competitive edge in application for Master’s , Ph.D. and post-doctoral programs at USTC by developing relationships with faculty and students
● Apply for free Chinese language and culture class to learn basic Chinese language and explore unique Hui culture
III. Cost
● Tuition :2,100 RMB(≈304USD) per month(undergraduate student or master student); 2,600 RMB(≈377USD) per month(PhD student)
● International student dormitory: 500-1,000RMB(≈73—146USD) per month depending on room type and size
● Insurance: 160 RMB(≈23USD) per month
Payment: After the admission is confirmed, we will inform the admitted applicants to pay the pre-registration fee of 500RMB(≈73USD) through online payment, and send them the admission materials. Students should pay the remaining fees in RMB cash or by card when they arrive at the school on the day of registration.
Refund: The pre-registration fee is non-refundable. After registration, all fees are non-refundable.
IV. Scholarship
USTC offers limited scholarships to outstanding students. All applicants will be evaluated.
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USTC Fellowship |
Level A |
1. tuition waiver 2. comprehensive medical insurance 3. free university dormitory 4. stipend: 2,500RMB(≈392USD) / month (Bachelor) 3,000RMB (≈470USD) / month (Master) 3,500RMB (≈550USD) / month (PhD) |
| Level B |
1. tuition waiver 2. comprehensive medical insurance 3. free university dormitory |
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| Level C |
tuition waiver |
V. Application Deadline
Applicants who apply for USTC Fellowship Level A are required to complete application procedures online during the following period:
Jan.1 — Mar.31 (for fall semester)
July1 — Sept.30 (for spring semester)
Applicants who apply for USTC Fellowship Level B, Level C or support by themselves are required to complete application procedures online at least three months before starting date to USTC.
VI. Internship Duration
3 months — 1 year
VII. Eligibility
1. Non-Chinese citizens with a foreign passport
2. Between 18-40 years old
3. In good health
4. Currently enrolled full-time students in undergraduate Year 3/4, Master’s, or doctoral programs
5. No criminal record
6. Good command of English
