Northeast China · Jilin
Changchun
Overview
Changchun is the capital of Jilin in Northeast China, known as the country automobile and film capital. It is home to the prestigious Jilin University and Northeast Normal University, offering strong academics and very affordable living, with famously cold, snowy winters.
Why students choose Changchun
- Home to Jilin University, a top comprehensive university
- Very low cost of living
- Wide, green, well-planned city
- Heated dorms and a modern light-rail and metro network
Living in the city
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Climate
Cold humid continental: long, very cold and snowy winters (often -15 to -20 degrees C) and short, warm summers. Warm clothing is essential in winter.
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Cost of living
Very affordable: roughly RMB 1,700-2,800 per month for a student. Winter heating is included in most accommodation.
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Safety
China has very low rates of violent and street crime, and campuses are gated with 24-hour security, so most students feel safe walking and using transport at night. Normal care against petty theft and online scams still applies.
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Transport
Changchun has a metro and one of China oldest light-rail networks, plus extensive buses and taxis, with high-speed rail and an international airport. Alipay and WeChat Pay are standard.
For Bangladeshi students
The things that matter most from home.
Halal food
Most universities have a halal (qingzhen) canteen or window, and halal Lanzhou beef-noodle shops run by Hui or Uyghur families are found in almost every neighbourhood.
Mosques
Changchun has a city mosque serving its Hui Muslim community and halal restaurants nearby; the university international office can guide you to it.
Bangladeshi community
China hosts a large and growing number of Bangladeshi students, especially in engineering and medical programmes. The university international office, a Muslim Students Association and, on many campuses, a Bangladeshi or South-Asian student group help newcomers settle in. Changchun universities are popular with international students, including in medicine and engineering.
Accommodation
On-campus international dorms are very affordable at about RMB 600-1,500 per month (heated in winter); shared off-campus flats run roughly RMB 1,100-2,100. Dorms are usually available to new students who apply early.
Universities in Changchun
Frequently asked questions
Which universities can I study at in Changchun?
Universities in Changchun include JILIN AGRICULTUREAL UNIERSITY. We can help you choose the right one for your goals.
How much does it cost to live in Changchun as a student?
Very affordable: roughly RMB 1,700-2,800 per month for a student. Winter heating is included in most accommodation.
Is halal food available in Changchun?
Most universities have a halal (qingzhen) canteen or window, and halal Lanzhou beef-noodle shops run by Hui or Uyghur families are found in almost every neighbourhood.
Are there mosques in Changchun?
Changchun has a city mosque serving its Hui Muslim community and halal restaurants nearby; the university international office can guide you to it.
Is Changchun safe for international students?
China has very low rates of violent and street crime, and campuses are gated with 24-hour security, so most students feel safe walking and using transport at night. Normal care against petty theft and online scams still applies.
What is the weather and climate like in Changchun?
Cold humid continental: long, very cold and snowy winters (often -15 to -20 degrees C) and short, warm summers. Warm clothing is essential in winter.
How do students get around in Changchun?
Changchun has a metro and one of China oldest light-rail networks, plus extensive buses and taxis, with high-speed rail and an international airport. Alipay and WeChat Pay are standard.
Is there a Bangladeshi community in Changchun?
China hosts a large and growing number of Bangladeshi students, especially in engineering and medical programmes. The university international office, a Muslim Students Association and, on many campuses, a Bangladeshi or South-Asian student group help newcomers settle in. Changchun universities are popular with international students, including in medicine and engineering.
What accommodation options are there in Changchun?
On-campus international dorms are very affordable at about RMB 600-1,500 per month (heated in winter); shared off-campus flats run roughly RMB 1,100-2,100. Dorms are usually available to new students who apply early.
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Quick facts
ProvinceJilin
RegionNortheast China
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