List of Chinese Scholarships for 2026-2027 Admissions (International Students)

If you’re an international student looking to study in China on a fully funded scholarship in 2026 or 2027, you’ve arrived at the right place. China offers one of the world’s most diverse and generous scholarship systems, supporting students in science, humanities, engineering, economics, arts, and Chinese language studies.

This comprehensive guide covers all major categories of Chinese scholarships expected to open for applications in the 2026–2027 session—along with benefits, levels offered, and expected timelines.

Why Study in China in 2026?

1. World-class education in over 500 top universities
2. Opportunities for full funding: tuition, stipend, accommodation, airfare
3. Dynamic cultural, technological, and research environment
4. Vast network of career and research opportunities.

All these Chinese scholarships will be offered to foreign students for the intakes of Spring 2026 and Fall 2026.

List of Fully-funded China Scholarships for 2026–2027 Admissions

1. Chinese Government Scholarships (CSC Scholarships)

Managed by: China Scholarship Council (CSC) under the Ministry of Education
Offered for: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees
Types of CSC Programs:

• CSC Bilateral Program (Type A): Apply via Chinese embassy/consulate
• CSC University Program (Type B): Apply directly to a designated Chinese university
• CSC Independent Enrollment (Type C): For specific categories or partnerships

Benefits:

• Full tuition waiver
• Free on-campus housing
• Monthly stipend (2,500–3,500 RMB)
• Medical insurance

Expected Opening Date: November 2025
Expected Deadline: March 2026.

2. Chinese University-Specific Scholarships

Offered by: Individual universities (some in collaboration with CSC)
Top participating universities:

• Tsinghua University
• Peking University
• Fudan University
• Shanghai Jiao Tong University
• Zhejiang University
• Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT)
• University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)
• Dalian University of Technology (DUT)
• Beihang University (BUAA)
• Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT)

Offered for: All degree levels and some short-term programs
Benefits: Tuition waiver, monthly allowance, accommodation, health insurance (varies by university)
Expected Opening Date: October 2025
Expected Deadline: February 2026.

3. ANSO Scholarship (Alliance of International Science Organizations)

Organized by: ANSO, UCAS, USTC, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences
For: Master’s and PhD students in science and technology fields from developing countries
Benefits:

• Tuition waiver
• Monthly stipend (3,000 RMB for Master’s; 6,000–7,000 RMB for PhD)
• Health insurance
• Travel subsidy
• Visa/residence assistance

Expected Opening Date: September 2025
Expected Deadline: January 2026.

4. Schwarzman Scholars Program (Tsinghua University)

Degree: One-year Master’s in Global Affairs, taught in English
Open to: Future leaders from all countries with strong academic and leadership potential
Benefits:

• Tuition and fees
• Accommodation and meals
• Study tours and leadership training
• Monthly stipend and round-trip airfare

Expected Opening Date: April 2025
Expected Deadline: September 2025.

5. Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University)

Degree: Master’s in China Studies (interdisciplinary)
Taught in: English
Benefits:

• Full tuition
• On-campus housing
• Monthly stipend
• Travel subsidies and field research funds

Expected Opening Date: August 2025
Expected Deadline: December 2025.

6. Confucius Institute Scholarship (International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship)

For: Chinese language students, sinology researchers, and teachers
Programs:

• One-semester/one-year Chinese language
• Bachelor’s and Master’s in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (BTCSOL)

Benefits:

• Tuition waiver
• Free accommodation
• Monthly stipend
• Health insurance

Expected Opening Date: March 2026
Expected Deadline: June 2026 (varies by program)

7. Belt and Road Scholarships

For: Students from countries involved in China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)
Offered by: Participating Chinese universities and regional programs
Benefits:

• Full or partial scholarships
• Prioritizes students in infrastructure, business, and engineering

Expected Opening Date: October 2025
Expected Deadline: February 2026.

8. Local Government Scholarships

Offered by: Provincial or municipal governments
Examples:

• Beijing Government Scholarship
• Shanghai Government Scholarship
• Jiangsu Jasmine Scholarship
• Zhejiang, Guangdong, Yunnan, Hunan, Hubei, Wuhan, Heilongjiang Government Scholarships

Offered for: Language, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Benefits: Tuition funding, living stipend, housing subsidy
Expected Opening Date: October 2025
Expected Deadline: February 2026.

9. CAS-TWAS/UNESCO PhD Fellowships

For: PhD students from developing countries in science-related fields
Organized by: Chinese Academy of Sciences, TWAS, and UNESCO
Benefits:

• Tuition and registration
• Monthly living allowance
• International travel support
• Medical insurance

Expected Opening Date: September 2025
Expected Deadline: December 2025

10. Enterprise-Sponsored Scholarships

Examples:

• Huawei Seeds for the Future
• Alibaba Scholarship
• Sinopec & PetroChina Sponsored Scholarships

For: Specialized technical programs, entrepreneurship, innovation, and language immersion
Benefits: Varies by program (internship, mentorship, travel, or full study funding)
Expected Opening Date: Varies (usually between March to October 2026).

List of Upcoming China Government Scholarships in 2026