FULLY FUNDED SCHOLARSHIP TO STUDY IN CHINA

1. Program Overview

The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) is a fully funded scholarship program established by the Ministry of Education of China and administered by the China Scholarship Council (CSC).

The program aims to:

• Strengthen mutual understanding and friendship between China and other countries
• Promote international cooperation in education, science, and research
• Support outstanding international students and scholars to study or conduct research in China

CSC supports Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral degrees, as well as short-term research and exchange programs, through various bilateral, university-based, and designated programs.

2. Scholarship Coverage (Full Scholarship – Type A)

Successful applicants receive comprehensive financial support, including:

✅ Full tuition waiver
✅ Free on-campus accommodation or housing allowance
✅ Monthly living stipend

• Undergraduate: CNY 2,500/month
• Master’s / General Scholar: CNY 3,000/month
• PhD / Senior Scholar: CNY 3,500/month
  ✅ Comprehensive medical insurance
• CNY 800/year (programs over 6 months)

3. Available Study Programs

• 🎓 Bachelor’s Degree
• 🎓 Master’s Degree
• 🎓 Doctoral Degree
• 🔬 General Scholar & Senior Scholar (research / academic exchange)

Fields of study include:
Science, Engineering, Agriculture, Medicine, Economics, Law, Management, Education, Humanities, Arts, and more
(Chinese language study excluded in some programs)

👉 Programs are offered at 270+ designated Chinese universities
🔗 More information: www.campuschina.org

4. Scholarship Categories

🔹 (I) Bilateral Program

• Based on agreements between China and foreign governments or institutions
• Open to undergraduates, postgraduates, and scholars
• Apply through: Government agencies or embassies in the applicant’s home country

🔹 (II) University Program

• For outstanding students recommended by designated Chinese universities
• Apply directly through Chinese universities

🔹 (III) Designated Scholarship Programs

• Joint programs with international organizations (UNESCO, EU, ASEAN, etc.)
• Examples:
  • Great Wall Program (UNESCO)
  • EU Program
  • ASEAN University Network (AUN) Program
  • Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Program

🔹 (IV) Student Exchange Program

• Short-term (up to 12 months) academic or research exchange
• Apply through partner universities

5. General Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a non-Chinese citizen
• Be in good physical and mental health
• Meet age requirements:
  • Undergraduate: under 25
  • Master’s: under 35
  • PhD: under 40
  • General Scholar: under 45
  • Senior Scholar: under 50
• Meet language requirements:
  • Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 3–4 (depending on level)
  • English-taught programs: IELTS / TOEFL or proof of previous English instruction
• Not hold other Chinese government scholarships

6. Application Process (CSC Scholarship)

1️⃣   Choose a CSC program, university, and major
2️⃣   Contact the Chinese university for pre-admission documents
3️⃣   Apply through the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System
🔗 https://www.campuschina.org
4️⃣   Submit all required documents online
5️⃣   Application is reviewed by:

• Receiving agency
• Chinese universities
• China Scholarship Council (CSC)
  6️⃣    Final results are officially announced by CSC

7. Required Application Documents (Summary)

• CSC Online Application Form
• Passport (valid for at least 12 months)
• Highest diploma & academic transcripts (notarized)
• Language certificates (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL)
• Study or research plan
• Two recommendation letters (for postgraduate & scholar applicants)
• Pre-admission letter from Chinese university
• Physical examination form (if study > 6 months)
• Police clearance certificate

8. Application Timeline

📌 Deadlines vary by program and country
📌 Usually between December and April
⚠️ Strict deadlines – late applications are not accepted