The Yunnan University (YNU) Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) – High-Level Postgraduate scholarship Program for 2025 offers a fantastic opportunity for international students to pursue Master’s and Doctoral degrees in China. This article provides detailed insights into the YNU-high level postgrad scholarship program, including benefits, eligibility, application procedures, and deadlines.
YNU Scholarship Coverage
The CSC Scholarship provides financial assistance covering tuition fees, accommodation, a monthly stipend (CNY 3000/month for MS students and CNY 3500/month for PhD students), and comprehensive medical insurance.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:
General Requirements
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- Be a non-Chinese citizen with a valid foreign passport.
- Maintain good conduct, physical and mental health.
- Abide by Chinese laws and YNU regulations while respecting local customs.
Academic and Age Requirements
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- Master’s Degree Applicants: Hold a bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years of age.
- Doctoral Degree Applicants: Hold a master’s degree and be under 40 years of age.
Language Proficiency
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- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 (minimum score of 180) or proof of Chinese-medium education.
- English-taught programs: IELTS (minimum score of 6.5), TOEFL (minimum score of 90), or equivalent certification.
Application Procedure
Step 1: Application on YNU Platform
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- Deadline: February 20, 2025, 0:00 (China Standard Time).
- Admission Application: http://english.ynu.edu.cn/ynuscholarships.html.
- Process:
- Register an account.
- Complete the application form.
- Upload required documents.
Step 2: Application on CSC Platform
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- Deadline: March 15, 2025, 0:00 (China Standard Time).
- CSC Form: https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login.
- Process:
- Upload the pre-admission documents issued by YNU.
- Use Agency Number for Yunnan University: 10673 and Program Category: B.
Admission and Result Announcement Process
- Applications undergo expert review, including interviews and assessments.
- Pre-admission documents are sent to selected applicants for CSC submission.
- Final results are based on a merit-based enrollment system.
- Admission documents will be dispatched by August 2025.