Applications are now open for the SWUFE 2026 Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) – High Level Postgraduate Program, a fully funded national scholarship opportunity for outstanding international students aiming to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in China for the 2026–2027 academic cohort. This opportunity is hosted by Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE), one of China’s leading universities in economics, finance, management, and related disciplines, and will remain available until 28 February 2026 (Beijing Time).
This is a prestigious government-funded postgraduate scholarship designed for high-achieving international graduates and early-career researchers with strong academic backgrounds and future research potential. The program supports full-time Master’s and Doctoral studies, with selection based on individual merit, university recommendation, expert review, and final approval by the China Scholarship Council (CSC). This article explains who can apply, what the scholarship offers, and the key deadlines applicants must not miss.
What Does the SWUFE CSC Type B Scholarship Offer?
Successful candidates under the SWUFE High Level Postgraduate Program receive comprehensive financial support for the full duration of their studies in China. The scholarship package includes full tuition coverage, free on-campus or university-arranged accommodation, a monthly living allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance for international students in China. Where required, the scholarship also supports one year of Chinese language preparatory study before degree enrollment.
Eligibility Checks – Who Can Apply? (Easy Guide)
Applicants should meet the following basic conditions to be eligible:
- Must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport and good physical and academic standing
- Must comply with Chinese laws and SWUFE regulations
- For Master’s programs: hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old
- For PhD programs: hold a recognized Master’s degree and be under 40 years old
- Final-year graduates in 2025 are eligible if they obtain their degree before enrollment
- Must meet language requirements:
- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 or above (direct entry usually requires HSK 5)
- English-taught programs: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 85, or equivalent (unless exempted due to prior English-medium education), or must have ELPC certificate.
- Must apply independently and directly to SWUFE under CSC Type B (Agency Number SWUFE: 10651)
Scholarship Duration
- Master’s degree: 2–3 academic years, plus up to 1 year of Chinese language study if required
- PhD degree: 4 academic years, plus up to 1 year of Chinese language study if required
The exact duration is confirmed in the official admission letter issued by SWUFE.
Apply: https://international.swufe.edu.cn/info/1131/1635.htm
Application Deadline
The application window for the SWUFE Chinese Government Scholarship Type B 2026 will close on 28 February 2026 (Beijing Time). Applicants are strongly advised to apply as early as possible to allow sufficient time for review, interviews, and CSC nomination procedures.