The prestigious Chinese Government Scholarship – High-Level Graduate Program at Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) invites international students to apply for postgraduate studies in China for the academic year 2025. Previously known as the “College Graduate Students” Program, this scholarship is a full-ride opportunity that supports talented students in pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees at high-ranking Chinese universities, promoting the excellence of Chinese higher education globally.
SYSU, a designated host university, will independently recruit outstanding candidates for the scholarship. Admission decisions are based on academic merit, professional skills, and future potential, subject to expert evaluation by the China Scholarship Council.
Benefits of the SYSU Scholarship
Recipients of the High-Level Graduate Program Scholarship will enjoy comprehensive financial and academic support, including:
- Full tuition coverage for the duration of the program.
- On-campus accommodation in university dormitories.
- Monthly living allowance to cover personal expenses.
- Master’s students: CNY 3,000.
- Doctoral students: CNY 3,500.
- Comprehensive medical insurance covering basic health services.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Citizenship: Non-Chinese citizens with valid foreign passports.
- Health: Meet the physical standards for student visa eligibility.
- Education:
- For master’s programs: Hold a bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years of age.
- For doctoral programs: Hold a master’s degree and be under 40 years of age.
- Language Proficiency:
- For Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level V with a score of 180 or above. Exemptions apply to those with prior Chinese-language instruction.
- For English-taught programs: TOEFL (minimum 79) or IELTS (minimum 6.5). Exemptions apply to students with English-language instruction certificates.
- Character: No history of rule violations, security penalties, or criminal records.
Application Process
The application involves two steps:
- Chinese Government Scholarship Portal: Submit the online application at Campus China portal (Select Type B, Agency Number of SYSU as 10558 to submit your CSC scholarship application).
- SYSU Application System: https://iso.sysu.edu.cn/en/application/scholarship/1417795.htm.
Required Documents:
- Valid passport and recent photo.
- Verified diplomas and transcripts (bachelor’s/master’s as applicable).
- Language proficiency certificates (HSK, TOEFL, or IELTS).
- Two recommendation letters from professors/associate professors.
- Study plan (1,000+ words) detailing academic and career goals.
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form (within six months).
- Certificate of Non-Criminal Record.
- Additional supporting documents (e.g., awards, publications).
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025.