China has officially opened one of its most competitive and fully funded postgraduate pathways for international students. Yunnan University, a key national research university, is now accepting applications for the Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) – High-Level Postgraduate Program 2026, offering outstanding students worldwide the chance to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees in China with full financial support.
This opportunity is designed for high-achieving graduates who want access to advanced research facilities, internationally taught programs, and long-term academic growth in Asia’s fastest-growing education system.
What You’ll Receive Through This Scholarship?
The Chinese Government Scholarship is structured to remove financial barriers and allow scholars to focus entirely on their academic and research goals.
Successful applicants will benefit from:
- Full tuition fee coverage for the entire duration of study
- Free university accommodation or housing support
- Monthly living allowance to cover day-to-day expenses
- Comprehensive medical insurance valid throughout the stay in China
The funding applies to full-time Master’s and Doctoral degree programs offered at Yunnan University under the Chinese Government Scholarship framework.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
This opportunity is open to international applicants from all countries, provided they meet academic and language requirements.
Applicants should:
- Be non-Chinese citizens holding a valid passport
- Be in good health and have a clean legal and academic record
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree to apply for Master’s programs (generally under 35 years of age)
- Hold a Master’s degree to apply for PhD programs (generally under 40 years of age)
- Meet language requirements depending on the program:
- Chinese-taught programs require HSK Level 4 or higher
- English-taught programs require IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 90 or an equivalent qualification
- Submit a detailed study plan or research proposal of at least 1,000 words
- Provide two academic recommendation letters from professors or associate professors.
Applicants must also meet the academic entry requirements of Yunnan University for their chosen program.
How to Apply – Simple Two-Stage Process
The application process is straightforward but must be completed carefully and on time.
First, applicants submit an online application through Yunnan University’s international student application system http://english.ynu.edu.cn/ynuscholarships.html, uploading all required documents for university evaluation.
After passing the university’s academic assessment and receiving pre-admission approval, shortlisted candidates must complete a second application through the Chinese Government Scholarship online system, selecting Yunnan University as the host institution under Type B scholarship category.
Only applicants who successfully complete both stages will be considered for final scholarship selection.
Important Application Timeline for 2026 Intake
For the Yunnan University Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) – High-Level Postgraduate Program 2026, applicants must submit their university application by 20 February 2026, followed by completion of the Chinese Government Scholarship system application by 13 March 2026. Final admission and scholarship results are typically released by August 2026, with enrollment taking place in the 2026 academic year.