Chinese Government Scholarship
CSC – China Scholarship Council

The CSC (China Scholarship Council) Scholarship is a Chinese government scholarship program aimed at supporting international students who wish to pursue studies in China. CSC scholarships cover a wide range of education levels, from undergraduate to doctoral, and cover a wide range of fields of study.

Types of CSC Scholarships

Full Scholarship

For full scholarships, the scholarships offered will cover tuition fees, accommodation, health insurance and a monthly living allowance.

Partial Scholarship

For partial scholarships, the scholarships offered are not as many as full scholarships. Usually partial scholarships cover tuition fees or certain allowances.

Level of Education

  1. Undergraduate Scholarships (Bachelor’s)
    Chinese government scholarship program aimed at supporting international students in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in China. Usually requires certification of English or Mandarin language skills (at least HSK 3-4), based on the study program chosen.
  2. Postgraduate/Masters Scholarships (Master’s)
    Chinese government scholarship program aimed at supporting international students in pursuing a master’s degree in China. Usually requires certification of English or Mandarin language skills (at least HSK 4-5), based on the study program chosen.
  3. Doctoral Scholarship (Ph.D.)
    Chinese government scholarship program aimed at supporting international students in pursuing doctoral degrees in China. Usually requires certification of English or Mandarin language skills (at least HSK 5-6), based on the study program chosen.

General Requirements for CSC Scholarships

Nationality

Scholarship applicants must have citizenship of a country other than China. CSC Scholarships are generally open to foreign nationals.

Health

Prospective scholarship recipients must meet the health requirements set by Chinese/Chinese health authorities. This may involve a physical health examination or attaching a health certificate.

Age

Some programs have age restrictions for prospective scholarship recipients. This needs to be checked according to the terms of the specific program.

Education

Educational requirements can vary, but generally, prospective undergraduate scholarship recipients must graduate from high school or equivalent, prospective master’s scholarship recipients must have a bachelor’s degree, and prospective doctoral scholarship recipients must have a master’s degree. Prospective scholarship recipients are usually expected to have an excellent academic record. Some programs may have minimum grade requirements.

Other requirements

  • Language Requirements
    Some programs require proof of language proficiency, be it English or Mandarin, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores for English, or HSK HSKK for Mandarin.

  • Application Documents
    Application Form (Fill out the application form completely and accurately); Letter of Recommendation (Some programs may request a letter of recommendation from a teacher or principal); Grade Transcript (Include an official transcript from high school).

  • Passport
    Prospective scholarship recipients must have a valid passport. Of course provide a copy of a valid passport.

  • Other Personal Documents
    Additional documents such as CV, motivation letter, or portfolio (if required).

CSC Scholarship Selection Process

  1. Interview – CSC scholarship
    Some scholarship programs may require applicants to take part in an interview as part of the selection process. However, there is no need to worry, because Elite Linguistic Network will provide interview practice or interview simulations before participants face the actual interview. Interviews are generally conducted in Mandarin.
  2. Selection Decision
    The selection decision will be announced after the selection process is complete. While waiting for the selection process, IndoPanda will help applicants improve their Mandarin language skills, which will be carried out in an online learning program.

Be sure to check the specific requirements imposed by the particular university or course you are interested in. Always check and contact an Elite Linguistic Network consultant, that way you will always get the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Contact Us