Scholarships in China

China is an economic superpower and is esteemed for having a well-organized education system. With a staggering literacy rate of 99.4% and an apt educational ecosystem, China aids in the holistic development of a student. It is because of high-quality education, lower cost of living, affordable tuition fees, and most of all scholarships. They motivate students from every walk of life to apply for higher education in the country, including international students. Some of the prominent scholarships in China are discussed below!

Top Scholarships in China

Given below are the top scholarship opportunities provided in China for meritorious students aspiring to pursue their higher education in the country:

Schwarzman Scholars Program at Tsinghua University

• Schwarzman Scholars Program is one of the most prestigious scholarships for international students who aim to become global leaders and impact the world around them. 
• Organisation/Institution– Tsinghua University
• Benefits- All the students shortlisted for this scholarship scheme are provided with a host of benefits like tuition fees, health insurance, books, and a personal stipend as well. 
• Eligibility Criteria–
  • Age more than 18 years but not less than 29 years of age as of 1st August 2022
  • The minimum score in IELTS  should be 7 and in  TOEFL should be  100.

CSC Scholarships

• They are provided by the Chinese Scholarship committee. It is an initiative by the Chinese Ministry of Education to promote cultural and global education. 
• Organisation/Institution- Chinese Scholarship Council 
• Benefits-Students are provided accommodation as well as tuition fees along with a personal stipend. 
• Eligibility Criteria–
  • UG, PG, and Ph.D students are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
  • Age less than 25 years for UG courses, 35 years for PG courses and 40 years for Ph.D    courses
  • International students are eligible to apply as well.

Beijing Government Scholarship

• Beijing Government Scholarship is provided by the Beijing government to promote higher education among international students across the globe.
• Organisation/Institution- Beijing Government
•  Benefits-The maximum duration of the scholarship is 4 years under which only tuition fee is covered. 
• Eligibility Criteria- 
  • UG, PG, and P.hD students are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
  • International students are eligible to apply as well.

The Hangzhou Government Scholarship

• The Hangzhou Government Scholarship is provided by the Chinese government to promote cultural exchange and education among students. 
• Organisation/Institution- The Government of China
• Benefits- It Is a fully-funded scholarship where students receive benefits like tuition fee waiver, health insurance, living expenses along with a personal stipend which is different for UG, PG, and Ph.D students.
• Eligibility Criteria-
  • UG, PG and PhD students are eligible
  • Impressive application and profile along with a Decent GPA

Jiangsu Jasmine Scholarship

• Organisation/Institution- Jiangsu Provincial Government
• Benefits- Following benefits are provided under the scholarship
  • Tuition fee waiver
  • Books and accommodation etc.
• Eligibility Criteria-
  • Age less than 30 years for UG courses, 35 years for PG courses and 40 years for PhD courses.
  • International students are eligible to apply as well.

Other Scholarships in China

Scholarships in China	Organization/University	Eligibility Criteria	Benefits/Rewards
Hubei Provincial Scholarships	Beijing Municipal Education Commission	-Age less than 25 years for UG courses, 30 years for PG courses and 35 years for PhD courses International students are eligible to apply	The maximum duration of the scholarship is four years and it is a fully-funded scholarship
Nottingham University International Scholarship	Nottingham University	International Students are eligible to apply Merit based selection on the basis of academic record and performance	1st-year tuition fee is completely waived offunder the scholarship
Biomedical Sciences Scholarships	Zhejiang University– University of Edinburgh	International students seeking admission in BSc Integrative medical sciences are eligible to apply	Benefits offered under the scholarship are tuition fee waiver, living allowance, accommodation, etc

How to Apply for Scholarships in China?

Given below is the brief, and concise way of applying for scholarships in china

Scholarships in China	How to Apply
Schwarzman Scholars Program at Tsinghua University	Complete the online application form and attach all the documents by the deadline which is 21st September 2022. Website
CSC Scholarships	Visit the sakshat portal of MHRD, and choose the scholarship for which you want to apply. Fill out the application form and submit the documents by the deadline.
Beijing Government Scholarship	Choose the university which offers this scholarship. Fill out the application form and submit the documents by the deadline.
The Hangzhou Government Scholarship	Chinese examination certificates are to be provided in order to apply for the scholarship. A good academic record is a must for students in Hangzhou.
Jiangsu Jasmine Scholarship	Complete the online application form and attach all the documents by the deadline. Website
Hubei Provincial Scholarships	Choose the university which offers this scholarship. Fill out the application form and submit the documents by the deadline
Nottingham University International Scholarship	Complete the online application form and attach all the documents by the deadline
Biomedical Sciences Scholarships	Complete the online application form and attach all the documents by the deadline

Government and Non-Government funded Scholarships

Government funded scholarship	Non-government funded scholarships
China Scholarship Council (CSC) Scholarships	Confucius Institute Scholarship
Jiangsu Government Scholarship	British Council China Scholarship
Hubei Provincial Scholarships	Biomedical Sciences Scholarships
Beijing Government Scholarship	Zhengzhou University President Scholarships
Guanxi Government Scholarship for ASEAN Students	Nottingham University International Scholarship

Non-Government Funded Scholarships

Following are the non-government funded scholarships to study in China-

• Confucius Institute Scholarship: For foreign students wanting to enroll in a Chinese institution between the ages of 16 and 35, the Confucius Institute’s main office is offering seven different types of scholarships. The scholarship offers alternatives for undergraduate and graduate students, and it pays for tuition, housing costs, a monthly stipend, and full health insurance.
• British Council China Scholarship: Seven scholarships are being made available by the British Council in China to UK students who are currently enrolled in a UK institution and who want to further their studies at a Chinese university in the People’s Republic of China. The scholarships pay for housing, a monthly living allowance, and tuition.

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Benefits

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