ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) is administered by the China Scholarship Council and open to international students for bachelor's, master's, PhD and visiting-scholar programs at hundreds of Chinese universities. A full scholarship usually covers tuition, on-campus accommodation, health insurance and a monthly stipend. Applications go through the Chinese embassy in your country or directly to participating universities via the Campus China platform.
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
The Chinese Government Scholarship is one programme with two routes (Type A through the embassy, Type B through the university). The full step-by-step application guide, with the CSCA test, study plan and FAQs, is on the programme page.
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Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) 2027–2028
Master, Bachelor, PhDFully FundedAll fieldsDeadline varies by university or programme
Life and living
China
Life and living
China
Studying and living in China
Costs and living
The full Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) includes: • Full tuition waiver. • Free university housing or a housing allowance. • A monthly stipend: RMB 2,500 for bachelor’s, 3,000 for master’s and 3,500 for doctorate. • Comprehensive health insurance (RMB 800 a year). Self-funded study (annual bachelor’s tuition from official websites): • Shandong: RMB 18,000–29,000; Zhejiang: 19,800–29,800; Harbin Institute of Technology: 20,000–26,000; Shanghai Jiao Tong: 24,800; Fudan: 23,000–42,000; Peking: 26,000–30,000; Tsinghua: 26,000–40,000; Sun Yat-sen: 26,000–48,000 (medicine is usually the highest). • University housing costs roughly RMB 800–1,600 a month depending on the city and room type; mandatory insurance is RMB 800 a year, the medical check about RMB 500 and the residence permit RMB 400–800.
Working while studying
China’s Ministry of Education rules allow international students to take part-time work or internships on or off campus, subject to: • University approval, followed by a “work-study” annotation on the residence permit from the exit-entry office. • At least one year of study at the university, and a residence permit valid for more than 6 months. • A maximum of 8 hours a week and 40 hours a month during term, and 16 hours a week and 80 hours a month during holidays. • Work only within the same city. Working without this approval is a violation that can lead to deportation.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in ChinaFaculties and majors at the university
4 fields · 14 majors
Faculties and majors at the university
4 fields · 14 majors
Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing & AI
Medicine & Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
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International Trade, Economics & Business Admin
Chinese Language, Humanities & International Affairs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition Waiver, Campus Accommodation, Monthly Stipend, Comprehensive Medical Insurance.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: CSC online application form, Notarised highest diploma and transcripts, Study or research plan, Two recommendation letters, Foreigner Physical Examination Form, Passport copy.
There are two routes depending on your country and programme: nomination through the host country's embassy or your home ministry, or an application through a participating university where available. Each route has its own deadlines and quotas, so check which route is open for your country on the official website (https://www.campuschina.org/). ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Track your academic readiness
Use the checklist in your profile to prepare your documents and make sure you meet this scholarship’s requirements.
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