China’s scholarship season is very much alive for 2026, and Ningbo (one of Zhejiang’s most international, student-friendly cities) is again putting real money on the table to attract strong global applicants. Ningbo University (NBU) is accepting international candidates for the Ningbo Government Scholarship 2026, a merit-based award that supports Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, and long-term Chinese language study routes—so whether you’re aiming for a full degree or a language year in China, this is an opportunity worth acting on early.
What this scholarship offers (and who it’s built for)?
Unlike “one-size” awards, the Ningbo Government Scholarship is structured by study level. The scholarship value is issued as a fixed annual amount depending on your category, so applicants can quickly see where they fit and what they may receive.
Scholarship value by category (CNY)
- Type A (Master’s / PhD): 30,000 CNY
- Type B (Bachelor’s): 20,000 CNY
- Type C (Non-degree Chinese language): 6,000 CNY
Quick reality check: Because the award is written as a fixed amount (not described as “full tuition”), treat it as financial support that can offset tuition and/or living costs. If you want exact cost coverage, confirm how the scholarship is applied for your chosen program when you contact the admissions office.
Eligibility requirements (pick your level and match it cleanly)
Across all categories, the foundation is the same: you must be a non-Chinese citizen, be in good health, and agree to follow Chinese laws plus Ningbo University rules. If you plan to study in Chinese-taught programs, you should be ready to prove your language ability with HSK (or an equivalent certificate).
Bachelor’s applicants (Undergraduate)
You generally need:
- A High School Diploma (or equivalent)
- Under age 25
- Non-Chinese citizenship
- Good health
- Compliance with Chinese laws and Ningbo University regulations
- HSK (or equivalent) for Chinese-taught programs
- If you are already enrolled, you should show a good academic record
Master’s applicants
You generally need:
- A Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent)
- Under age 35
- Non-Chinese citizenship
- Good health
- Compliance with Chinese laws and Ningbo University regulations
- HSK (or equivalent) for Chinese-taught programs
- If you are already enrolled, you should show a good academic record.
PhD applicants
You generally need:
- A Master’s Degree (or equivalent)
- Under age 40
- Non-Chinese citizenship
- Good health
- Compliance with Chinese laws and Ningbo University regulations
- HSK (or equivalent) for Chinese-taught programs
- If you are already enrolled, you should show a good academic record.
Chinese language (non-degree) applicants
You generally need:
- Scholarship duration must be at least one year
- Non-Chinese citizenship
- Good health
- Compliance with Chinese laws and Ningbo University regulations
- HSK (or equivalent) where required/expected for the track
- If you are already enrolled, you should show a good academic record.
Apply: https://is.nbu.edu.cn/site/scholarships/ningbo-government-scholarship.html,
Partner Program: https://www.nottingham.edu.cn/en/study-with-us/undergraduate/fees-and-scholarships/international.aspx