Chinese Government Scholarships: The online application window for the fully funded Chinese Government Scholarships for the academic year 2024-2025 is set to open in October.
This scholarship opportunity, offered by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), encompasses over 275+ Chinese universities and welcomes international students for academic and research-based bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees. This article provides an early overview of the application process to help prospective students prepare their documentation well in advance.
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Chinese Government Scholarships 2024 Package
The CSC scholarship for the academic year 2024-2025 includes three types, each tailored to different academic levels:
- Undergraduate Degree:
- Monthly Stipend: RMB 2500
- Duration: 4-5 years
- Residence Fund: Shared dormitory
- Age Limit: Under 25
- MS/Master Degree:
- Monthly Stipend: RMB 3000
- Duration: 2-3 years
- Residence Fund: Shared dormitory, or RMB 800/month
- Age Limit: Under 35
- Doctoral Ph.D. Degree:
- Monthly Stipend: RMB 3500
- Duration: 3-4 years
- Residence Fund: Shared dormitory, or RMB 1000/month
- Age Limit: Under 40
Types of Chinese Government Scholarships
- Fully Funded CSC Scholarship:
- Covers full tuition/registration/application fees.
- Provides free accommodation or CNY 1000 per month for housing rental.
- Monthly stipend for bachelors, MS, and Ph.D. students.
- Partially Funded CSC Scholarship:
- Covers tuition fees and provides free residence.
- Students must manage living expenses.
- Tuition Fee Coverage CSC Scholarship:
- Covers a portion of tuition fees only.
- Students are responsible for all other expenses, including residence.
Age Limit for CSC Scholarships in 2024: Applicants must meet the following age limits for each program:
- Under 40 years for Ph.D. programs.
- Under 35 years for master’s programs.
- Under 25 years for bachelor’s programs.
Application Process for CSC Scholarship 2024-2025:
The CSC scholarship application process involves three channels:
- CSC Scholarship Type A (Chinese Embassy Route):
- Choose this route if the Chinese embassy in your country accepts direct applications.
- Select Type A when filling out the CSC scholarship form.
- CSC Scholarship Type B (Chinese University Route):
- Common for 2024-2025.
- Use Chinese universities’ CSC scholarship quotas to submit direct admission applications.
- Select Type B in the CSC scholarship application form.
- CSC Scholarship Type C (Application via other sources):
- Quotas provided to international universities and Chinese language institutions.
- Select Type C in the CSC scholarship application form.
Chinese Government Scholarships 2024-2025 Application Forms:
- CSC China Scholarship Council Online Application Form.
- Chinese Universities’ Online Admission Application Form.
Applicants must select three Chinese universities as top priorities, fill out the CSC form (selecting Type B scholarship route), submit it, and download a copy. Then, proceed to the chosen universities’ international student office websites to complete the admission application form, attaching the necessary documents.
This early guide aims to simplify the complex process of applying for CSC scholarships, offering international students a head start in preparing for the 2024-2025 admissions
Chinese Government Scholarships: Resources
Chinese Government Scholarships: External link
Chinese Government Scholarships: Internal link
