Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
China · China Scholarship Council · Bachelor's, Master's & PhD
China's main government scholarship for international students, offered through Chinese embassies and directly through universities.
Why our counselors picked it
- Tuition, accommodation and monthly stipend
- Comprehensive medical insurance included
- Programmes in English and Chinese
Funded by: China Scholarship Council (CSC), Ministry of Education
What it pays for
Tuition waiver, free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy, monthly stipend (CNY 2,500 undergraduate / 3,000 master's / 3,500 doctoral), comprehensive medical insurance. Does not include international airfare.
Who can apply
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD / Doctorate
Application window
CSC portal opens November 2026; Type A embassy deadlines in February 2027 for September 2027 enrolment