For candidates who fail in the college entrance examination, or those who need academic qualifications, the Institute of Continuing Education is a good choice and has certain educational advantages:

Tuition is low, and the self-study examination for higher education is much cheaper than the tuition for one academic year in ordinary colleges and universities.

The state recognizes academic qualifications, and the academic qualifications of self-study exams are recognized by the state. Self-taught graduates enjoy the same treatment as similar graduates in ordinary colleges and universities.

National recognition. At present, 43 overseas countries have recognized China's self-taught diploma, including mutual recognition of academic qualifications and credits.