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Scholarships in China

Scholarships in China provide exceptional opportunities for international students seeking world-class education at prestigious Chinese universities. This comprehensive category features 123 current scholarship listings for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programs across China’s top educational institutions. Chinese scholarships range from fully-funded packages covering tuition, accommodation, and living expenses to partial funding options that significantly reduce educational costs. These opportunities enable students to pursue diverse academic disciplines while experiencing China’s rich cultural heritage and technological innovation. Many Chinese government scholarships, university-specific awards, and international partnership programs are available for the 2026 academic year. Our curated listings include detailed information about eligibility requirements, application deadlines, required documents, and selection processes. Whether you’re interested in STEM fields at Tsinghua University, business programs at Peking University, or humanities at Fudan University, this category helps you navigate the competitive scholarship landscape. Chinese scholarships often include language preparation courses, cultural immersion activities, and professional development opportunities that enhance the overall educational experience. With China’s growing global influence and investment in higher education, these scholarships represent valuable pathways to academic excellence and international career prospects. Regularly updated information ensures you have access to the latest opportunities and application guidance.

40 open now 187 listings 172 fully funded

01 · Scholarships

Scholarships and opportunities in China

Grouped by who funds them, so you can quickly see which kind fits you.

Government

Funded by a government or ministry, often for students from partner countries.

China Scholarship Council (CSC)

79 listed · 17 open

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University

Awarded by a university to strong applicants, usually tuition plus a living allowance.

Tsinghua University · University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) · Xiamen University

141 listed · 23 open

Internships & programmes

Internships, training, summer schools, exchanges and conferences.

University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) · Tianjin University · Tsinghua University

38 listed · 7 open

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See the data: deadlines by month, funding mix and study levels for China →

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PhD Masters Fully Funded

High Level Graduate Student Program 2027 in China | Fully Funded

Central South Scholarship 2027 in China funds tuition, on-campus accommodation, medical insurance and monthly stipends for Master's and PhD students. Apply now.

15 Feb 2027
PhD Masters Government

Shanghai Jiaotong University Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

Chinese Government Scholarship 2027 in China offers application channels via SJTU or local Chinese embassies, with accommodation subsidies. Apply now via the

Varies
PhD Masters Fully Funded

Wuhan Textile Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

Wuhan Textile Scholarship 2027 in China offers full CSC-funded Master's and PhD programs taught in English covering tuition and living costs. Apply...

Not specified
PhD Masters Fully Funded

Hainan Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

Hainan Scholarship 2027 funds international Master's and PhD studies at Hainan University in China: tuition, accommodation, allowance and insurance. Apply now.

28 Feb 2027
PhD Masters

Peking University Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

Peking University Scholarship 2027 offers Master's and PhD opportunities in China with tuition waivers, stipends, and insurance; apply by 25 December 2026

25 Dec 2026 · 44 days left
PhD Masters Fully Funded

Zhejiang Normal University  CSC Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

ZJNU CSC Scholarship 2027 in China offers fully funded Master's and PhD awards covering tuition, accommodation, stipend and insurance. Apply before 20...

20 Feb 2027
PhD Masters Fully Funded

Xiamen University Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

Xiamen University Scholarship 2027 in China: CSC Type B full award covering tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation subsidy and insurance. Apply by 20...

20 Feb 2027
PhD Masters Fully Funded

HUST CSC Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

HUST CSC Scholarship 2027 is a Type B Chinese Government Scholarship at HUST covering tuition, accommodation, stipend and insurance. Apply by Feb...

25 Feb 2027
Masters Fully Funded

Yenching Academy Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

Yenching Academy Scholarship 2027 funds tuition, accommodation, stipend, travel and field study costs at Peking University. Apply by 30 November 2026.

30 Nov 2026 · 19 days left
PhD Masters Fully Funded

DUT Scholarship 2027 in China | Fully Funded

DUT Scholarship 2027 offers full Chinese Government Scholarships at DUT for Master's and PhD students. Apply by 15 February 2027. See eligibility.

15 Feb 2027

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02 · Visa & work

Student visa and working while you study

China uses an X1 visa for study lasting over 180 days and an X2 visa for study lasting no more than 180 days. Applicants usually need an admission letter from a Chinese school; X1 applicants also need a JW201 or JW202 form and must apply for a study residence permit within 30 days of arriving.

What you usually need

  • Visa: X1 (study over 180 days); X2 (study no more than 180 days)

03 · When to apply

A typical application year

Fall classes typically begin in September, and the autumn semester usually starts then. Chinese Government Scholarship applications typically open in September and run through the end of March.

When deadlines for China scholarships listed on our site actually fall →

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Scholarship deadlines
Chinese Government Scholarship applications typically open Sep → end of Mar
 

04 · Universities & organizations

Who offers scholarships in China

Facts checked automatically against official sources · last checked Nov 2026 · Sources: english.www.gov.cn, en.moe.gov.cn, moe.gov.cn, apply.studyinchina.edu.cn, en.nia.gov.cn, us.china-embassy.gov.cn · Rules change, so always check the official site before you apply.

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