Scholarship Overview
With the increasing international influence of Chinese higher education, applications for the 2025 Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Scholarship) are about to begin. As one of the most competitive scholarship programs globally, it attracts outstanding students from around the world each year.
Scholarship Types and Coverage
Full Scholarship
- Full tuition waiver
- Accommodation subsidy
- Monthly living allowance (Undergraduate: 楼2,500; Master's: 楼3,000; PhD: 楼3,500)
- Comprehensive medical insurance
Partial Scholarship
Provides different levels of funding based on specific programs
Application Requirements
Basic Requirements
- Non-Chinese citizen
- Good health
- Age requirements:
- Undergraduate: Under 25 years old
- Master's: Under 35 years old
- PhD: Under 40 years old
Academic Requirements
- Undergraduate: High school diploma
- Master's: Bachelor's degree
- PhD: Master's degree
Language Requirements
- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 or above
- English-taught programs: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80 or above
Application Process
Step 1: Choose University and Program
- Visit China Scholarship Council
- Browse the list of eligible universities
- Determine your target program
Step 2: Prepare Application Materials
- Application form
- Academic certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Language proficiency certificates
- Research/Study plan
- Recommendation letters (2)
- Physical examination form
- Non-criminal record certificate
Step 3: Submit Application
- Complete online application form
- Upload required documents
- Wait for preliminary review results
Important Dates
Application opens: October 2024
Application deadline: March 2025
Results announcement: June 2025
Enrollment: September 2025
Success Stories
"With ESquare's guidance, I successfully received a full scholarship in 2024 and am now pursuing my undergraduate degree at Tianjin University." - Fan from Malaysia
Note: This information is sourced from the official website of the China Scholarship Council (CSC), last updated: March 2024. Specific policies may change, please refer to official announcements for the most current information.
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