Top 10 Chinese Government Scholarships for International Students

Published: August 2026 · 6 min read

China offers some of the world's most generous scholarships for international students — many covering 100% of tuition, accommodation, and living expenses. Here are the top 10 you should apply for.

1. CSC Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship)

The flagship scholarship program. Covers full tuition, free dormitory, monthly stipend (¥2,500–3,500), and comprehensive medical insurance. Apply through the Chinese embassy in your country or directly through partner universities. Deadline: January–April annually.

2. Belt & Road Scholarship

Specifically for students from Belt & Road Initiative countries. Similar benefits to CSC — full tuition + stipend + accommodation. Many universities have dedicated quotas. Deadline: March–June.

3. Jiangsu Jasmine Scholarship

For students studying in Jiangsu province (Nanjing, Suzhou, etc.). Full and partial options available. Covers tuition + ¥1,500/month stipend. Deadline: May–July.

4. Zhejiang Government Scholarship

For international students at Zhejiang universities (including Zhejiang University). ¥20,000–30,000/year towards tuition. Deadline: March–May.

5. Shanghai Government Scholarship

Type A (full) and Type B (partial). Covers tuition, accommodation, insurance, and monthly stipend for students at Shanghai universities. Deadline: March–April.

6. Beijing Government Scholarship

For international students at Beijing universities. Partial tuition waiver — ¥5,000–40,000/year depending on program level. Deadline: Varies by university.

7. Guangdong Government Scholarship

For students in Guangdong province (Shenzhen, Guangzhou). ¥10,000–20,000/year. Good option for students at SYSU, SCUT, and Jinan University. Deadline: April–June.

8. Tsinghua University Scholarship

Full tuition + living stipend for outstanding international students at China's #1 university. Highly competitive. Deadline: December–February.

9. Peking University Scholarship

PKU offers its own full and partial scholarships for international undergraduates and postgraduates. Covers tuition + monthly stipend. Deadline: January–March.

10. Confucius Institute Scholarship

For students pursuing Chinese language studies or Chinese-taught degrees. Full tuition + accommodation + stipend. Requires HSK certification. Deadline: April–May.

💡 Pro Tip: Apply for multiple scholarships simultaneously. Many students combine a provincial scholarship with a university-specific one for maximum coverage.

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