Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) 2027-28

The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), administered by the China Scholarship Council under the Ministry of Education, is one of the world’s most comprehensive government scholarship programmes. It supports international students at over 280 designated Chinese universities for undergraduate, Master’s, PhD, and non-degree programmes. China’s universities have risen dramatically in global rankings, with Peking University and Tsinghua now in the top 15. The CSC programme awards thousands of scholarships annually across all academic disciplines.

Open to citizens of all countries except China. Must be in good health. Must meet age requirements (under 25 for Bachelor, under 35 for Master, under 40 for PhD). Must have completed relevant prior degree. For English-taught programmes: IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+. For Chinese-taught programmes: HSK Level 4 or willingness to complete Chinese language training.

Full tuition waiver, free on-campus accommodation (usually shared room) or accommodation allowance, monthly living stipend (Bachelor: CNY 2,500, Master: CNY 3,000, PhD: CNY 3,500), comprehensive medical insurance, settlement allowance on arrival, some programmes include Chinese language training (1-2 years) before academic study

CSC online application form (campuschina.org), Highest degree certificate and transcripts (notarized copies), Passport copy, Physical examination record (CSC medical form), Study or research plan (800+ words for graduate applicants), Two recommendation letters from professors, Language proficiency certificate, No criminal record certificate, Foreigner Physical Examination Form

• Register on the CSC Online Application System (studyinchina.csc.edu.cn)
• Choose your category: Type A (via Chinese embassy/bilateral), Type B (via the university), or Type C
• Obtain the agency number and apply to your chosen Chinese university and/or embassy
• Submit transcripts, study plan, physical examination form, and references before the deadline