Are you an aspiring doctoral candidate looking for an opportunity to study in China with substantial financial support? The 2025 Liao Ning Government Scholarship offered by Dalian Maritime University (DMU) could be your gateway to an enriching academic experience in Liaoning Province.
This guide outlines everything you need to know to apply successfully, from eligibility criteria to the application process.
Key Features of the DMU-LPG Scholarship
- Funding Category: This scholarship is designed exclusively for candidates pursuing a doctoral degree.
- Duration: The scholarship covers three academic years of study. Although the standard doctoral program at DMU spans four years, extensions are generally not allowed.
- Comprehensive Coverage:
- Tuition fee and application fee are fully covered.
- Accommodation: Recipients will enjoy free on-campus housing.
- Living Allowance: A monthly stipend of 3,500 RMB to cover living expenses.
- Medical Insurance: A comprehensive insurance plan that caters to international students in China.
Note: The scholarship does not cover international travel expenses, so students will need to make their own arrangements for transportation to and from China.
Eligibility Standards for DMU 2025 Scholarship
To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of a country other than China.
- Health: Candidates should be in good health to undertake studies in China.
- Educational Background:
- Must hold a master’s degree and be under the age of 40 at the time of application.
- Scholarship Restrictions:
- Applicants should not be recipients of any other scholarships funded by the Chinese government or institutions at any level. Violation of this rule will result in disqualification and mandatory repayment of funds already received. Any attempt to conceal financial support can lead to a three-year ban from applying for Chinese government scholarships.
Detailed Application Process
Deadline: The application deadline is January 31, 2025.
How to Apply?
- Email Submission: Applicants should compile all required materials into a ZIP file and send it to [email protected]. The subject line of the email must follow this format: “DMU LN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP + Full Name”. For example: “DMU LN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP + Smith John”.
- Failure to Submit Correctly: Applications submitted in ways other than the specified method will not be accepted and will be considered abandoned.
Required Application Documents:
- Application Form: https://iec.dlmu.edu.cn/system/_content/download.jsp?urltype=news.DownloadAttachUrl&owner=1531445353&wbfileid=EB312F82BFFA83495A7C63E6E791A3D2&deal=1
- Highest Diploma: Submit a notarized copy of the highest degree earned, with translations in English or Chinese if necessary. Graduating students should provide a pre-graduation certificate indicating the expected graduation date.
- Academic Transcripts: Notarized undergraduate transcripts in English or Chinese.
- Study Plan or Research Proposal:
- Must be written in English and no fewer than 2,500 words.
- Include educational background, work experience, research achievements, research focus, and future goals.
- Clearly state the research orientation, as it is crucial for assigning a supervisor.
- Recommendation Letters: Two letters from professors or associate professors written in English or Chinese.
- Physical Examination Form: Include a photocopy with a recent photo and official hospital stamp. The original should be retained by the applicant, as the form is valid for only six months.
- Passport Copy: Ensure the passport’s expiration date extends beyond April 2026.
- Language Proficiency Certificate:
- For Chinese-taught programs, an HSK Level 4 or higher certificate is required.
- For English-taught programs, an IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL score of 90 or higher is needed unless the applicant’s first language is English. Other official English proficiency certificates may be accepted.
- No Criminal Record Certificate: Issued within six months by the relevant authority in the applicant’s country.
- Passport-Sized Photograph: One recent photo (3cm x 4cm) with a white background.
- Additional Documents: Proof of published papers, awards, or any relevant academic achievements.
Admission Notification and Further Steps
Result Announcement: Successful applicants will be notified via official email by July 2025. The specific dates are subject to the Liaoning Government’s schedule as per this call letter: https://iec.dlmu.edu.cn/English/Scholarship/Liaoning_Government_Scholarship_.htm.