City Overview
Jinan is the spring city and capital of Shandong, with strong mathematics and medical universities led by Shandong University. Springs, lakes and a Confucian cultural backdrop near Mount Tai give the city a scholarly atmosphere.
Living costs run USD 390-450 a month, among the lowest for a provincial capital. Mathematics, medicine, machinery and energy drive the career market, and the city's location links you easily to Beijing and Qingdao by high-speed rail.
Cost of living
$390/mo
Accommodation
$220/mo
Safety
Safe and orderly with a scholarly atmosphere.
Weather
Continental climate with hot summers and cold dry winters.
Transportation
Metro and high-speed rail linking to Beijing and Qingdao.
Student Life
Springs, lakes and a Confucian cultural backdrop near Mount Tai.
Jobs & Career
Mathematics, medicine, machinery and energy placements.
Attractions
Baotu SpringDaming LakeMount Tai nearby
Food
Shandong-style cuisine with sweet-and-sour and braised dishes.