International students are encouraged to apply for fully supported scholarships at China’s top agricultural research institution, the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), for Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, General Scholar, and Senior Scholar programs. Full tuition, on-campus housing, health insurance, and an annual living stipend of ¥42,000 are all covered by the CAAS Scholarship. There are opportunities at more than thirty specialized research institutes. The Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS), Beijing Government Scholarship (BGS), GSCAAS internal scholarships, and GSCAAS-OWSD Fellowship are among the various programs that provide funding. Comprehensive financial assistance, research possibilities, and academic instruction in agriculture and allied disciplines are provided to chosen students.
Eligibility Criteria :
- Be a citizen who is not Chinese.
- Be healthy and prepared to abide by Chinese rules and regulations.
fulfill the age and educational requirements for the program of choice:
- Master’s Program: Be under 35 years old and possess a bachelor’s degree.
- Doctoral Program: Be under 40 years old and possess a Master’s degree.
- A general scholar must be under 45 years old and have completed at least two years of college study.
- Senior Scholar: Be under 50 years old, hold a Master’s degree or above, or be an associate professor or above.
- Show that you are fluent in either Chinese or English.
China is the host nation.
Scholarships in the Postgraduate, Master’s, and PhD categories
All countries are eligible to apply.
Benefits: Fully financed scholarship including a ¥42,000 living stipend, lodging, and health insurance
IELTS Requirement: Not necessary
Benefits :
- Basic textbooks and tuition are completely free; further educational resources may need to be paid for on your own.
- Free on-campus housing is available.
- Living allowance: 3,000 RMB per month for master’s and general scholars; 3,500 RMB per month for doctoral and senior scholars.
- Research assistantship: GSCAAS supervisor provides monthly assistance.
- GSCAAS provides coverage for medical insurance.
- Extra assistance (GSCAAS-OWSD): study fees, regional workshops, conference allowance, visa costs, return ticket, and yearly medical contribution (USD 200).
- GSCAAS pays for experiments and internships.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
