There are three kinds by distance.
Nearby, in prefecture-level cities.
Usually in the province.
Far away, outside the province.
Now you have to choose your own university. If you don't have a favorite university, you might as well choose one close to home!
Our previous university was in the south, and more than half of them were northerners, so we had to spend a lot of time on the road when we came.
Generally speaking, you like challenges and rich experience, and choose universities from other provinces.
If you like stability, study in the city or the province, and you will be home in a few hours.