Provincial Local Government Scholarship

Description

Chinese Provincial Government Scholarships are funding programs initiated by individual provincial and municipal governments across China. These scholarships aim to attract outstanding international students to pursue undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, or non-degree programs at leading universities within each province.

Each provincial scholarship program is tailored to local academic institutions and offers varying levels of financial support. Compared to national-level programs like the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), these scholarships are often more accessible and less competitive, making them an excellent choice for students seeking affordable, high-quality education in China.

Scholarship Benefits:

Full or partial tuition fee waiver depending on the province and university. Offered at undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and Chinese language levels.

Bacholor Degree Program

  • Scholarship Type A
  1. Tuition Fees: Free
  2. Hostel Fees : Free
  • Scholarship Type B 
  1. Tuition Fees: Free

  2. Hostel Fees: 1200-5000 CNY/ Yearly

Masters Degree Program

  • Scholarship Type A 
  1. Tuition Fees: Free

  2. Hostel Fees: Free

  3. Stipend: 500-2500 CNY/Yearly

  • Scholarship Type B 
  1. Tuition Fees: Free

  2. Hostel Fees: Free

  3. Stipend: 500-2500 CNY/Yearly

PhD Degree Program

  • Scholarship Type B 
  1. Tuition Fees: Free

  2. Hostel Fees: Free

  3. Stipend: 1000-3000 CNY/Yearly

Complete List of Required Documents

➤ Scholarship Application Form

  • (Filled out, usually from the university or provincial website)

➤ Passport Copy

  • (Clear scan of valid passport – photo page)

➤ Highest Degree Certificate: (Must be notarized if not in Chinese or English)

1. High school diploma (for bachelor’s)

2. Bachelor’s degree (for master’s)

3. Master’s degree (for PhD)

➤ Academic Transcripts

1. Official transcripts from previous schools/universities ((Translated if not in Chinese or English)

➤ Study Plan / Personal Statement / Motivation Letter

1. 500–800 words explaining your academic goals, why China, and your future plans

➤ Recommendation Letters

1. Two letters from professors or teachers (for Master’s, PhD, and sometimes Bachelor’s)

➤ Language Proficiency Certificate

1. HSK certificate for Chinese-taught programs

2. IELTS/TOEFL or English proficiency letter for English-taught programs

➤ Foreigner Physical Examination Form

1. Medical form completed and signed by a certified doctor

2. Include a hospital stamp and doctor’s signature

3. Must be within 6 months of the application date

➤ Police Clearance Certificate (No Criminal Record)

1. Issued by your local police or embassy

2. Required by some universities and provinces

➤ Passport-Sized Photos

1. Recent (usually 2–4 photos, white background, 2-inch size)

➤ Acceptance Letter (if available)

1. Some universities accept or prefer a Pre-Admission letter from a professor or department (mainly for Master’s or PhD)

➤ Application Form of the University (if separate)

1. Some universities require you to fill out both the scholarship and university application forms

➤ Additional Materials (if applicable)

1. Portfolio for art/design students

2. Published papers or research proposals for graduate studies

➤ A Curriculum Vitae (CV) gives the university and scholarship committee a quick overview of your:

1. Educational background

2. Academic achievements 3. Research experience (if any)

3. Work or internship history Language skills and certifications

4. Extracurricular activities

5. Awards or publications (if any)

➤ Age limit: Minimum academic qualifications (e.g., high school diploma for bachelor’s)

1. Undergrad: under 25–30

2. Master’s: under 35

3. PhD: under 40

➤ Application Time: Every Year ( January to April)