China
China
Presidential Scholarships
About this scholarship
What this award covers and who it is designed to support.
Scholarship details
Key facts about level, field, location, and institutions.
Study level
Masters,PhD
Field of study
Engineering
Host country
China
Competition
Medium
Opens
October 1, 2026
Eligibility
Who can apply and what academic or personal criteria you need to meet.
Nationality: Non-Chinese nationals in good health.
Age Limits:
Master’s applicants: Under 35 years with a Bachelor’s degree.
Doctoral applicants: Under 40 years with a Master’s degree.
Language Proficiency:
Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 with ≥210 points OR proof of Chinese instruction in a previous degree.
English-taught programs: English Proficiency Certificate OR IELTS.
Application requirements
Documents and steps typically needed when you submit your application.
Before applying you have to prepare the following documents to proceed with the application.
- Passport Front Page (Valid for 1 year at least)
- Highest Degree Notarized (If you are applying for a master’s degree you need a bachelor’s degree, if you are applying for PhD degree you need both a master’s and a bachelor’s degree)
Note: If your degree is not completed yet, you need HOPE CERTIFICATE from your university.
- Transcripts Notarized (If you are applying for a master’s degree you need a bachelor’s degree, if you are applying for a PhD degree you need both a master’s and a bachelor’s degree)
- Research Proposal (PhD) or Study Plan (Master’s)
- Motivation Letter (Required by some universities)
- English Proficiency Certificate
- Two Recommendation Letters (by Associate Professors at least)
- Foreigner Physical form
- Police Clearance Certificate
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What is covered
Tuition, living costs, and other expenses included in this award.
Full‑award (Type A, highest tier)
‑ Full tuition waiver
‑ Free on‑campus dormitory accommodation
‑ Monthly living stipend (varies by university, roughly 1 500‑2 200 CNY for undergrad, 1 800‑3 000 CNY for master, 2 200‑3 500 CNY for PhD)
‑ Comprehensive international student medical insurance
‑ Note: International airfare is normally NOT included.
Partial‑award (Type B / C)
Options may include: full‑tuition only; half‑tuition waiver; tuition + accommodation only; no monthly living stipend. Exact benefits depend on each university’s regulation.
Important note: Benefits, stipend amount and eligibility differ significantly across different Chinese universities. Always refer to the official admission notice of your target institution for final details.