Are you an international student seeking a fully funded scholarship for graduate studies in China? The Chinese Government Scholarship-Chinese University Program is now open for applications for the academic session 2024-2025. Established by the Chinese Ministry of Education, this program supports Chinese universities in recruiting outstanding full-time master’s and doctoral international students, offering a comprehensive scholarship package.
Scholarship Sponsors: Chinese Government
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded Scholarship
Scholarship Worth: Full funding (Details below)
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Masters and PhD students
Nationality: International students
The Chinese University Program provides a fully funded scholarship that covers tuition waiver, accommodation, stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance. This opportunity is available at various universities and higher institutions of learning across China.
Foreign students awarded this scholarship will also have the chance to join entrepreneurial startups in Beijing’s high-tech hub, the Zhongguancun National Demonstration Zone. Furthermore, they can apply for permanent residence, thanks to a new policy announced by the Ministry of Public Security.
To be considered for the Chinese Government Scholarships 2024-2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Applicants must be non-Chinese indigenes and mentally and physically sound for postgraduate studies.
Applicants must not be a registered student in a Chinese university at the time of application or be a graduate of a Chinese university for more than one year.
Master’s Degree Program: Applicants must be under 35 years of age by September 1st of the referenced year.
Doctoral Studies: Applicants must be below the age of 40 by September 1st.
Master’s Degree Program: Bachelor’s certificate or its equivalent with age criteria.
Doctoral Studies: Master’s degree (equivalent to a master’s degree in China).
Master’s degree programs take 2-3 academic years, and Doctoral degree programs take 3-4 years to complete.
Applicants must meet additional eligibility conditions set by universities for admission purposes.
This fully funded scholarship covers:
Tuition waiver
Accommodation
Medical insurance
Monthly stipend: CNY 700 for master’s students, CNY 1000 for doctoral students (2020 rate)
Entrepreneurial startups opportunity
Eligibility to apply for permanent residence
Interested applicants should follow these steps to apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship:
1. Refer to the list of Chinese universities for specific instructions and deadlines.
2. Fill and submit the online application form on the official scholarship application page.
Application Deadline
Varies (Dependent on Schools)
Embark on your educational journey in China with the Chinese Government Scholarship Scheme. Check the specific requirements of your chosen university and submit your application before the deadline to seize this opportunity for fully funded graduate studies.