A prominent, fully financed program in China, the Confucius Institute Scholarship is intended for overseas students who want to learn Chinese as a second language and study Chinese culture and language. One of the most well-liked options for learning Mandarin in China, it is supported by the Confucius Institute (Hanban) and allows students from all over the world to attend more than 150 Chinese colleges.
With the help of this scholarship, students can attend highly regarded Chinese colleges and become fully immersed in Chinese life and culture. Additionally, it offers a great, low-cost route to professions in international business, education, diplomacy, and translation.
Students can concentrate entirely on their academic studies and cultural experience in China thanks to the program’s extensive financial support, which includes tuition, housing, health insurance, and a monthly living stipend.
Host Country: China
University: China Universities
Opportunity Type: Masters, Short Training, Bachelor
Subject: Chinese Language, Chinese Linguistics and Literature
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be non-Chinese citizens and in good physical and mental health
Age requirement:
- 16–35 years (up to 45 years for in-service Chinese language teachers)
- Undergraduate applicants must be under 20 years of age
- Must meet HSK and HSKK language proficiency requirements based on the selected program
- Academic Requirements:
- High school diploma required for Chinese language or BTCSOL programs
- Bachelor’s degree required for MTCSOL programs
Recommendation Letters:
- One recommendation letter required for Chinese language or BTCSOL programs
- Two recommendation letters required for MTCSOL programs
- Applicants for MTCSOL with confirmed teaching employment prospects after graduation will be given preference
- Applicants for short-term programs must not have previously studied in China
Benefits:
- Full coverage of tuition fees
- Free accommodation in a university dormitory (shared room)
- Basic medical insurance provided
Monthly Living Allowance:
- 2,500 RMB per month for Chinese language and BTCSOL students
- 3,000 RMB per month for MTCSOL students
- An additional 700 RMB per month housing subsidy for approved off-campus living
- In some countries, international round-trip airfare to and from China is also covered
Deadline: April 15, 2026
