International students planning to begin their studies in China in September 2026 now have a strong funding opportunity to consider. The NPU President Scholarship 2026 Batch is officially available for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD applicants from around the world and will support selected students throughout the 2026–2027 academic cycle.
This is a university-funded merit scholarship designed to reduce the financial burden of studying in China while attracting academically capable and well-prepared international students. What makes this opportunity particularly appealing is its flexible, multi-batch application system, broad academic coverage, and tiered funding structure that rewards strong profiles.
This article is written as a practical guide for applicants. It explains what kind of scholarship this is, what it offers, who is eligible, and when to apply, so you can plan your application clearly and confidently.
What Type of Opportunity Is the NPU President Scholarship?
The NPU President Scholarship is a competitive institutional scholarship awarded to international students admitted to degree programs for the September intake. It is not limited to a single discipline or academic level and is open to all majors offered to international students.
Rather than offering a single funding model, the scholarship is divided into three levels, allowing the university to support a wide range of students based on academic strength, background, and overall application quality.
The scholarship applies to the 2026 intake only and supports study during the 2026–2027 academic year.
What Does the NPU 2026 Scholarship Cover?
The NPU President Scholarship 2026 offers a tiered funding package, allowing the university to support international students at different levels based on academic merit and overall application strength as explained below:
| Scholarship Level | Tuition Fee Coverage | Accommodation Fee | Monthly Living Allowance |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Level | 100% tuition fee waiver | Fully covered | Undergraduate: 1,500 RMB × 12 monthsMaster’s: 2,000 RMB × 12 monthsPhD: 3,500 RMB × 12 months |
| Second Level | 100% tuition fee waiver | Not covered | Not provided |
| Third Level | 50% tuition fee waiver | Not covered | Not provided |
Eligibility Requirements of NPU President Scholarships Are Below
The NPU President Scholarship 2026 is open to non-Chinese citizens holding a valid passport and in good physical and mental health, with no conditions that would affect normal study. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic ability, with a minimum average score of 75% or above, and meet the language proficiency requirements (Chinese or English) of their chosen program.
Academic qualifications and age limits apply by level: undergraduate applicants must hold a high school diploma, be under 23 years old before 1 September 2026, and submit CSCA test results; master’s applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be under 30 years old; PhD applicants must hold a master’s degree and be under 35 years old. Applicants with previous Chinese citizenship or Chinese parentage must provide the required nationality and residence documentation as specified by the university.
Apply: https://studyat.nwpu.edu.cn/SCHOLARSHIPS1/NPU_President_Scholarship.htm
Last Date to Apply
The NPU President Scholarship uses a batch-based application system, allowing students to apply earlier for better consideration:
| NPU President Scholarship 2026 Undergraduate Batch | Application Start Date | Application End Date |
|---|---|---|
| First Batch | November 1, 2025 | January 15, 2026 |
| Second Batch | January 16, 2026 | March 15, 2026 |
| Third Batch | March 16, 2026 | April 15, 2026 |
| Fourth Batch | April 20, 2026 | May 20, 2026 |
These deadlines apply to international students applying for undergraduate programs under the NPU President Scholarship 2026 for the September 2026 intake.
Postgraduate Application Deadlines (Master’s & PhD) – NPU President Scholarship 2026
All application deadlines close at 17:00 (GMT+8).
| NPU President Scholarship 2026 Postgraduate Batch | Application Start Date | Application End Date | Submission Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Batch | November 1, 2025 | January 15, 2026 | Submissions after 17:00 move to the second batch |
| Second Batch | January 16, 2026 | February 28, 2026 | Submissions after 17:00 move to the third batch |
| Third Batch | March 1, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | Submissions after 17:00 move to the fourth batch |
| Fourth Batch | April 1, 2026 | April 30, 2026 | Applications after this deadline are considered withdrawn |
These postgraduate deadlines apply to master’s and PhD applicants seeking admission with the NPU President Scholarship 2026 for the 2026–2027 academic year.