China Scholarship Council
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
🗓 Usually opens Dec, closes ~April, varies by channel
Visit official page →Who's eligible
Non-Chinese citizens in good health, applying through a Chinese embassy, a partner institution, or directly through a Chinese university's international office.
What you'll need
Academic transcripts · study/research plan · 2 references · health check · HSK or English proficiency depending on programme language.
The perks
Full tuition waiver, free or subsidised accommodation, monthly stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance.
Where it leads
Study in a country with the world's second-largest economy; strong pipeline into engineering, trade, and China–Africa/China–Asia business roles.