The University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB) has opened applications for the 2026 Chinese Government Scholarship. This fully funded opportunity, supported by China’s Ministry of Education, covers tuition fees, on-campus accommodation, medical insurance, and a generous monthly stipend of ¥3,500. USTB’s Pre-Admission Application for the CSC Type A (Bilateral Program) is now available for international students seeking high-quality education in China. The Chinese Government Scholarship is offered under bilateral agreements between China and partner countries, institutions, or international organizations. The Ministry of Education authorizes the China Scholarship Council (CSC) to manage the selection and admission of scholarship recipients. Interested applicants can review the program’s benefits, eligibility criteria, and application steps before submitting their applications.
Eligibility Criteria :
- They must be in good physical and mental condition and not be Chinese citizens.
Age requirements and educational background:
- Candidates for master’s degrees must be under 35 and possess a bachelor’s degree.
- Candidates for doctorates must be under 40 years old and possess a Master’s degree.
Requirements for language proficiency:
- HSK Level 4 or higher for programs taught in Chinese.
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80, or other accredited English proficiency certificates are acceptable for English-taught programs (where English is not the official language of the applicant’s country).
- Applicants who are undergraduates must take the CSCA exam.
China is the host nation.
Study Area: Asia
Programs Offered: Master’s, PhD, and Undergraduate Scholarships
All nations are eligible.
Benefits of Scholarships: Completely funded | ¥3,500 monthly allowance | Free lodging | Health insurance
IELTS is not necessary for the English test.
Benefits :
- includes monthly living allowance, lodging, and tuition.
- For master’s students, CNY 3,000 per month
- CNY 3,500 per month for PhD candidates
- contains complete health insurance
Program Length:
- Two to three years for a master’s degree
- Doctorate: four years
Training in Chinese:
- includes a year of Chinese language instruction for students who have just completed HSK Level 4 and are enrolled in Chinese-taught programs.
Deadline: March 15, 2026
