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About 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.
Documents required for this scholarship
- Valid passport
- Recent passport-size photo
- Degree certificate (or proof of expected graduation)
- Academic transcripts
- Study plan
- Academic or professional recommendation letters
- Medical examination form
- Language proficiency proof (e.g. IELTS/TOEFL) if required
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
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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