Accommodation

Updated:25/07/11 14:21:41 PM CST

If you’re concerned about living conditions in China, you might well be surprised by the quality of accommodation available. A survey conducted after the Beijing Olympics found that 100% of foreign athletes and officials were satisfied with the food and accommodation.

International students in China can choose to live in the university's hotel or dormitory. You can also live off campus with the permission of your school.

On Campus Accommodation

Dormitories on campus usually have all the facilities that you may need, including lockers, bedding, air conditioner, TV sets, inexpensive or even free Internet access, toilet, shower facilities, hot water, etc., as well as communal kitchens, refrigerators and so on. Universities in the north provide heaters for winter use.

Dormitories generally offer single rooms, double rooms or deluxe rooms. You may also request for your own roommate if you want. The cost of accommodation may vary from RMB 25 to RMB 150 per day, depending on the university, the city and the type of room.

Off Campus Accommodation

International students can also choose to live off campus. English listings for rental accommodation/roommates can be found on expat websites, and estate agents are easy to find in China. The cost of renting off campus varies considerably depending on the location and condition of the apartment, so check the local listings to get a sense of the prices. In Beijing, international students typically pay around 1500RMB-3000RMB per room per month, excluding bills, though it is possible to find cheaper accommodation. Housing costs in smaller cities are considerably less. Bargaining rental rates is acceptable practice in China.

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