Fully Funded Chinese Government Scholarships at Northwestern Polytechnical University

Chinese Government Scholarships at Northwestern Polytechnical University

Eligible Degree

• Undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD programs
• Language and academic research programs

Brief Overview

• Scholarships set up by the Chinese government to support international students, teachers, and scholars in pursuing studies and research at Chinese universities.
• Programs aim to foster understanding and cooperation between China and other nations.

Details of the Scholarships

Chinese Government Scholarship Programs

1. Bilateral Program
   • Full or partial scholarships based on agreements between the Chinese government and foreign entities.
   • Supports various academic levels: undergraduate, graduate, general scholars, and senior scholars.
   • Application via dispatching authorities in applicants’ home countries.
2. Chinese University Program
   • Full scholarships offered by designated universities and provincial offices in China.
   • Targeted at outstanding international students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees.
   • Application directly to the participating universities.

Supporting Categories, Duration, and Instruction Language

1. Supporting Categories
   • Sponsorship available for degree studies (bachelor’s, master’s, PhD) and Chinese language or academic research programs.
2. Duration
   • Scholarship covers major study and/or Chinese language preparatory study:
     • Undergraduate students: 4-5 years, plus 1-2 years for language study if required.
     • Master’s students: 2-3 years, plus 1-2 years of language study if required.
     • Doctoral students: 3-4 years, plus 1-2 years of language study if required.
     • General and Senior scholars: Up to 1 year for major and language studies.
3. Instruction Language
   • Undergraduate students: Required to take Chinese-taught courses; may need one year of preparatory Chinese study if no prior proficiency.
   • Graduate and Non-degree students: Option for either Chinese- or English-taught programs if available.
   • Scholarship holders in Chinese-taught programs without proficiency may need an academic year of language training.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be an international student, teacher, or scholar.
• Meet specific language requirements for programs (Chinese or English proficiency depending on program).
• Additional requirements set by the applicant’s local government or Chinese Embassy for the Bilateral Program.

Scholarship Values

Full Scholarship

• Tuition: Waived.
• Accommodation: Free dormitory or accommodation subsidy.
  • CNY 700 per month for undergraduates and master’s students.
  • CNY 1000 per month for doctoral students.
• Stipend:
  • Undergraduate: CNY 2,500/month.
  • Master’s students/general scholars: CNY 3,000/month.
  • Doctoral students/senior scholars: CNY 3,500/month.
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance: Provided as per the insurance scheme for foreigners.

Partial Scholarship

• Covers one or more items of the full scholarship.

Required Documents

• Completed online application.
• HSK certificate (if applying for exemption from Chinese preparatory courses).
• Other specific documents as required by the respective university or embassy.

How to Apply for the Scholarships

• Path I – Chinese University Program (via University)
  1. Complete online application on the NPU portal.
  2. Attend the interview at NPU and secure pre-admission.
  3. Complete the application form on the CSC system.
• Path II – Bilateral Program (via Local Chinese Embassy)
  • Apply through local authorities or the Chinese Embassy.
  • Confirm eligibility, agency number, and program type with local offices.

Deadline

• February 1, 2025