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What is the cost of living and staying in Xiamen?

For the price of hotel/hostel near Xiamen University, please refer to accommodation information. As to travel expenses, please read the following Q&A as the reference. The budge for food is around 800-1200 RMB per month (around USD 150-200 ).   


Is there any requirement about the dress?

There is no dress code. However, you might want to take national attire with you for the parties or reception. The climate in Xiamen is very warm during the summer. 


Is there internet facility in the lecture hall?

Yes, wireless internet as well cable connections. You must prepare cable or other adaptors by yourself.

 

How can I get from the airport to Xiamen University?

If you take a taxi, it will cost about 40 RMB from the airport directly to Xiamen University. If you take a bus, you need to make a transfer at the railway station. There are two options: 

(1) take BRT LINE 1 and get off at the railway station, and then take #48, #96 or #59 bus, and get off at the west gate of Xiamen University, which in Chinese is XIA DA XI CUN Station (厦大西村站). 

(2) take BRT LINE 1, transfer at and get off at the railway station, and then take #1or #21 bus, and get off at the terminal (XIA DA Station 厦大站). It costs 1Yuan or 2 Yuan (for longer-trip buses) per bus trip. You need to prepare exact change (both coins and paper money are acceptable) as bus drivers are not allowed to give change.


How can I get from the railway station to Xiamen University?

If you take a taxi, it will cost you about 20-25 RMB from the railway station directly to Xiamen University. If you take a bus, you may either take #48, #96 or #59 bus, and get off at the west gate of Xiamen University, or take #1or #21 bus, and get off at the terminal (XIA DA Station 厦大站).