Nankai University Chinese Government Scholarships 2025
Nankai University, a top-tier institution directly under China’s Ministry of Education, is now inviting international students to apply for its prestigious MS/PhD Scholarship programs for the 2025–2026 academic year. Renowned for its academic excellence and rich history—established in 1919 by Dr. Zhang Boling and Yan Xiu—Nankai University offers students a unique opportunity to advance their education at the alma mater of Zhou Enlai, the first Premier of the People’s Republic of China.
Scholarship Highlights
With 173 postgraduate majors, including 9 programs taught in English, Nankai University provides a broad spectrum of opportunities for international students. Several scholarships are available:
- Chinese Government Scholarship: Covers tuition, accommodation, insurance, and a living allowance.
Deadline: February 15, 2025. - Tianjin Government Scholarship: Offers tuition fee support.
Deadline: May 15, 2025. - Study-at-NKU President Scholarship: Provides tuition support.
Deadline: May 15, 2025.
Additional funding options include the Modern Sinology Scholarship, International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship, and International Confucian Association Scholarship.
Application Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship: Be a non-Chinese citizen with a valid passport.
- Academic Qualifications:
- For master’s programs: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- For PhD programs: A master’s degree or equivalent.
- Language Proficiency:
- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 5 (minimum score 210).
- English-taught programs: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 85, or equivalent certification.
Application Timeline
- Scholarship Application Deadline: November 25, 2024 – February 15, 2025
- First Scholarship Interview: December 15–20, 2024
- Admission Results: June 1–15, 2025
Students applying for self-funded programs can submit their applications until May 15, 2025.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can explore detailed program offerings and application guidelines on the university’s official portal: Nankai University Graduate Programs.
Don’t miss this opportunity to study at one of China’s leading institutions and benefit from world-class education and financial support