International students can now apply for the Shandong University Scholarship to study in China. With full financial support for the duration of your studies, this fully funded scholarship offers a fantastic chance to pursue higher education at one of China’s premier colleges.
Offering a broad range of academic fields, including philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management, and fine arts, Shandong University (SDU) is a preeminent comprehensive university with a solid international reputation.
This page offers comprehensive details about the scholarship, including its advantages, prerequisites for qualifying, programs that are offered, and a detailed application process.
Host Country: China
University: Shandong University
Opportunity Type: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded, Partial Funding
Eligibility Criteria:
Degree & Age Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree Applicants: High school diploma or equivalent, under 25 years old
- Master’s Degree Applicants: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, under 35 years old
- PhD Applicants: Master’s degree or equivalent, under 40 years old
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance
- Show strong research capability, particularly for postgraduate applicants
- Applicants must not be receiving any other Chinese government-funded scholarship during the award period
Language Requirements:
For Chinese-Taught Programs:
- Bachelor’s: HSK 4, minimum 210 points
- Master’s: HSK 5, minimum 180 points
- PhD: HSK 6, minimum 180 points
For English-Taught Programs:
- Native English speakers (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand) are exempt
- Non-native speakers must provide one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.0 or above
- TOEFL iBT: 80 or above (DI code: C296)
- Equivalent English proficiency certificate
Benefits:
Fully Funded Scholarship
- Full tuition fee coverage for the entire program
- Monthly living allowance to support daily expenses
- Free on-campus accommodation throughout the study period
- Comprehensive medical insurance covering health and emergencies
Partial Scholarship
- Tuition fee waiver to reduce academic expenses
- Comprehensive medical insurance for healthcare needs
- Does not include a living allowance or accommodation
Deadline: May 1, 2026
