Application Guide for Chinese Government Scholarship （Type A） ECUST 2024

 

The Chinese government has established a range of scholarship programs to support international students, teachers, and scholars in studying and conducting research at Chinese universities. These programs aim to promote mutual understanding, cooperation, and exchanges in various fields between China and other countries. The China Scholarship Council （hereinafter referred to as“CSC”）, entrusted by China’s Ministry of Education, is responsible for the admission, enrollment and administration of Chinese Government Scholarship recipients.

 

The CSC-Type A scholarship include various programs such as the Bilateral program, ASEAN-China Young Leaders Scholarship, GREAT-WALL program, EU program, AUN program, PIF program, and more. These programs cater to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as general and senior scholars. For more detailed information, please refer to the official CSC website at https://www.campuschina.org 

 

 

i. Scholarship Coverage and Funding Duration

Full Scholarship

Tuition waiver;

Free accommodation on campus;

Stipend: Granted in accordance with the relevant standard;

Comprehensive Medical Insurance.

 

Partial Scholarship

One or some aspects of the full scholarship. 

 

Duration

 

The funding duration aligns with the study term. If the scholar needs to take Chinese preparatory courses or Chinese language courses, the funding period for these courses is generally one year.

 

ii. Application Deadline

Applicants shall confirm the details with the dispatching authorities for overseas study in their home countries.

 

iii. Available Majors

The CSC-Type A scholarship is not applicable to English-taught undergraduate programs. However, there are no other limitations imposed. For the list of available majors, please refer to the website

 

iv. Qualifications

1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens and in good health

2. Academic and Age Requirements

I.） For undergraduate programs: applicants must hold a high school diploma, exhibit academic excellence, and be under the age of 25.

II.） For Master's programs: applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree, exhibit academic excellence, and be under the age of 35.

III.） For PhD programs: applicants must hold a Master's degree, exhibit academic excellence, and be under the age of 40.

IV.） For general scholar programs: applicants must hold a high school diploma or higher and be under the age of 45.

V.） For senior scholar programs: applicants must hold a Master's degree or higher, or be an associate professor or above, and be under the age of 50.

3. Language Requirements

I.） The CSC-Type A undergraduate program is taught in Chinese. Before starting their academic studies, scholars are required to complete a one-year preparatory course at a designated college and pass the assessment. However, those who meet the following requirements in language proficiency and basic knowledge can apply for exemption from the preparatory course:

a. Completion of secondary education with Chinese as the language of instruction, supported by a certificate from the graduating school proving that compulsory high school courses were taught in Chinese.

b. Chinese proficiency at HSK level 5 or above, with a valid HSK score report （valid for two years）.

II.） Graduate and scholar programs are generally taught in Chinese, although some majors can be taught in English. If scholars choose a Chinese-taught program but do not meet the Chinese proficiency requirements, they must undergo 1 to 2 years of Chinese language study before starting their academic studies. Failure to meet these requirements means they cannot continue receiving the Chinese government scholarship and study in China. However, scholars who choose an English-taught program or meet the Chinese proficiency requirements for admission are exempt from the Chinese language study requirement.

 

4. Applicants should also meet ECUST admission requirements in terms of academic ability and other related aspects.

 

 

v. Application Procedures

1. Applicants shall contact the relevant dispatching authorities responsible for overseas study in their home countries and submit applications;

2. To apply to ECUST, visit the online application system at http://apply.ecust.edu.cn. Register an account, choose the appropriate application category, “Online Application-Self-sponsored-Graduate Student/Undergraduate Student/Visiting Student”, and submit the application online. The applicants will receive a pre-admission letter if approved. All applicants, whether self-sponsored or scholarship recipients, should initially apply as self-sponsored. If admitted, the status will be updated accordingly.

3. Visit CGS Information Management System https://www.campuschina.org/,

select East China University of Science and Technology （agency No. 10251） as the Application Institution. Submit and download the application form. Sign the form to confirm your application.

4. The China Scholarship Council （CSC） and East China University of Science and Technology （ECUST） will review the qualifications and academic records of applicants to determine the candidates for admission.

5. Applicants should inquire with the relevant dispatching authorities in their home countries regarding the admission results and await the official delivery of admission materials.

*Applicants for CSC-Type A are not required to pay the application fee to ECUST.

*Applicants who have not been admitted to CSC-Type A programs can still apply for CSC-Type B and other scholarship programs at ECUST, as well as self-sponsored programs, but they will need to pay the application fee to ECUST.

 

vi. Precaution

1. After admission, students are not allowed to register at two universities simultaneously. Doing so will result in the cancellation of their study status.

2. Students are required to register within the specified duration set by the university. Failure to report to the university by the deadline will be considered as an automatic forfeiture of their student status and will result in disqualification from receiving the scholarship. 

3. During registration, it is necessary to bring the original relevant certificates and supporting documents for inspection.

4. Scholarship awardees are obligated to participate in the annual scholarship review. Those who fail the review may have their scholarship eligibility suspended or cancelled. Additionally, changes to the major or study period are not permitted. 

5. For more detailed information about the Chinese Government Scholarship, please visit the website of the China Scholarship Council （https://www.campuschina.org/）.

 

vii. Contact Us

Admissions and Alumni Office

College of International Education

East China University of Science and Technology

108 Lizhi Building, 130 Meilong Rd., Shanghai, P.R. China

Postal code: 200237

Tel: 0086-21-64253277/64253279

Fax: 0086-21-64252280

E-mail: cie@ecust.edu.cn

Website: http:

 

Note: The College of International Education, East China University of Science and Technology reserves the right to interpret and make changes to the above information. Please regularly check our website for updates and stay informed.