First tier cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, are often the targets of most international students when it comes to selecting a city in which to study for four years, not only due to the density of intellectual resources and institutions but also because of the booming economy with accessible job and internship opportunities. Second-tier cities, such as Xiamen, Harbin, Kunming, are also favored for their unique city histories and cultural outlooks, plus the comparably low living cost to other first-tier cities. As such, you are free to choose one where your preference is most aligned with what the city has to offer!