Nanjing Agricultural University (NAU) Chinese Government High Level Postgraduate CSC Scholarships 2026-2027 admissions are now open for online applications for international students.
Every year, thousands of ambitious students search for a fully funded opportunity that not only supports their academic ambitions but also places them in a globally respected research environment. For the 2026–2027 academic year, the Chinese Government Scholarship – High-Level Graduate Students Program at Nanjing Agricultural University (NAU) stands out as one of the most rewarding choices for international Master’s and PhD applicants.
Located in Jiangsu Province, NAU is recognized among China’s leading agricultural and life-science institutions, known for strong research output, advanced laboratories, and influential collaborations in modern agriculture, environmental sustainability, biotechnology, engineering, and food sciences. The 2026 CSC Type-B scholarship at NAU provides a complete funding package that enables global applicants to pursue graduate-level study without financial pressures and with full academic support.
This engaging guide walks you through everything you need to know: scholarship benefits, eligibility, required documents, and a detailed application roadmap for the upcoming intake.
A Scholarship Designed for High-Caliber International Scholars
The NAU’s-High-Level Graduate Students Program is a flagship initiative of the Chinese Government Scholarship designed to support academically strong international students seeking a full-time Master’s or Doctoral program in China. NAU is one of the universities authorized to directly admit students under CSC Type B, which means applicants apply directly to the university rather than through embassy channels.
The program emphasizes research excellence, global competence, and high-impact academic training. Whether you aim to explore agricultural big data, plant protection, food technologies, genetics, environmental engineering, rural development, or animal sciences, NAU provides the ideal platform to build your expertise.
What the NAU-CSC Scholarship Covers?
The NAU–CSC Scholarship for the 2026 intake offers a fully funded financial support package designed to cover every major academic and living expense faced by international postgraduate students. Under this program, all tuition fees are completely waived for the entire duration of the Master’s or Doctoral degree, ensuring that students can focus entirely on their studies without financial pressure.
Accommodation support is equally generous: students who stay on campus are provided with free standard dormitory rooms, while those choosing approved off-campus housing receive a monthly subsidy of CNY 700 for Master’s students and CNY 1,000 for PhD students. Beyond housing, the scholarship includes a substantial monthly stipend to support daily living—CNY 3,000 per month for Master’s students and CNY 3,500 per month for PhD candidates—making it one of the most competitive funding packages in Asia.
In addition, all recipients are covered by comprehensive medical insurance through the CSC health protection plan, ensuring complete healthcare support throughout their academic journey in China.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility for 2026 Admission
The scholarship is designed for outstanding, research-oriented students who demonstrate academic strength and potential. Applicants must:
- Hold non-Chinese citizenship with valid identification.
- Apply from abroad (or be graduating from a Chinese university with a formal recommendation).
- Hold the required degree level—Bachelor’s for Master’s programs and Master’s for PhD programs.
- Have strong academic performance aligned with the chosen major.
- Meet age limits: under 35 for Master’s applicants and under 40 for PhD applicants.
- Be medically fit.
Language Requirements
For Chinese-taught programs:
HSK Level 5 or above is mandatory.
For English-taught programs:
• IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80
• TOEFL MyBest and Essentials accepted
• Applicants without test scores may submit proof of English-medium education
Applicants must also ensure that they are not receiving any other scholarship funding for the 2026–27 academic year.
How to Apply for Nanjing Agricultural University CSC Scholarships?
Step 1: Choose Your Program: Review NAU’s graduate programs and select one that fits your academic background and career goals.
Step 2: Contact a Supervisor: Identify and contact a prospective supervisor to request a Provisional Acceptance Letter. This greatly strengthens your application.
Step 3: Prepare Your Application Package: Gather and organize all required documents.
Step 4: Submit CSC Application: Go to www.campuschina.org, create an account, and submit your Type-B application and add Agency Number for NAU: 10307
Step 5: Submit NAU Online Application: Apply again through NAU’s dedicated portal:
https://njau.at0086.cn/StuApplication/Login.aspx
Application Deadline for 2026 Intake
All applicants of CSC Scholarship 2026 at Nanjing Agricultural University must complete and submit both applications on or before January 31, 2026. Only complete applications will be forwarded to the CSC review committee for final evaluation.