Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)

The Chinese Government Scholarship, administered by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), supports international students at Chinese higher education institutions through Type A (bilateral / embassy) and Type B (university / designated programme) routes. Coverage typically includes tuition, free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy, a monthly living stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance. Application portals, agency numbers, and deadlines differ by route and university. Use campuschina.org and your target university’s international student office as primary sources.

Applications open

No single opening date

Deadline

Dates vary by call

Results

Jul 15, 2027

Programme start

Sep 1, 2027

Duration

Degree length + optional Chinese language preparatory year

Last verified on Scholra

Aug 20, 2026

Open to applicants from any field of study (as stated by the funder).

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Nationalities

Non-Chinese citizens in good health

Required degree

Bachelor's

Departments

All fields of study

Minimum CGPA

3

Age

Up to 35

Language

Chinese-taught programmes usually need HSK; English-taught programmes need IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent as set by the university.

IELTS

Minimum 6

TOEFL

Minimum 80

GRE

Not required

GMAT

Not required

Work experience

Not required

Financial proof

Not listed

Gender requirement

Open

• Age limits differ by level (undergraduate, master’s, PhD)
• Type A applicants usually apply through their embassy with an agency number
• Type B applicants apply to universities that hold CSC quotas
• Pre-admission letter from a Chinese university strengthens many applications

CNY 3,000 / month typical master’s rate (doctoral higher; confirm current CSC standard)

1. 1Decide Type A (bilateral) or Type B (university) route
2. 2Obtain the correct agency number
3. 3Apply in the CSC system and to the university/embassy as instructed
4. 4Submit hard copies only if your route still requires them
5. 5Track results through the university or dispatching authority

• CSC Online Application Form
• Highest diploma and transcripts
• Study or research plan
• Two recommendation letters
• Foreigner Physical Examination Form
• Passport copy
• Language certificates (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL as required)
• Pre-admission letter if available
• Non-criminal record certificate where required