SHANDONG UNIVERSITY (CHINESE GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP, TYPE B)
Shandong University Chinese Government Scholarship for International Students
full · bachelors, masters, phd
- Fully fundedTuition, housing, stipend and insurance
- 3 levelsBachelor's, master's and PhD
- Founded 1901Shandong University heritage
- Agency 10422Shandong University CSC agency number
- ~CNY 3,000/month (est.)Approximate doctoral living allowance
- All subjectsDisciplines covered
At a glance
full
Funding
€7k
Max amount
Feb 16, 2027
Deadline
Open to all nationalities (non-Chinese citizens)
Country
Shandong University (Chinese Government Scholarship, Type B)
Provider
Shandong University, founded in 1901 and one of China's top comprehensive universities, invites international students to apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) for bachelor's, master's and doctoral study. The award is fully funded: it covers tuition fees, provides free on-campus accommodation or a housing allowance, pays a monthly living allowance, and includes comprehensive medical insurance for the full programme duration. The scholarship is open to non-Chinese citizens in good health with no criminal record, and covers all subjects offered at the university. Age limits apply by level: bachelor's applicants must be under 25, master's applicants under 35, and doctoral applicants under 40. Language requirements are HSK Level 5 for bachelor's and HSK Level 6 for master's and PhD Chinese-taught programmes, while English-taught programmes require IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ (with exemptions for those previously educated in the relevant language). Applicants apply through 2 systems: the CGS application system using Shandong University's agency number 10422, and the university's own online application, with a non-refundable 400 RMB fee paid after the pre-admission email. Award values, fee figures and the exact 2026 deadline change each year, so confirm the current details on Shandong University's official international admissions page before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full tuition is covered for the duration of the programme under the Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B).
- Accommodation — Free on-campus university accommodation, or a housing allowance for students living off campus.
- Living allowance — A monthly living stipend paid by level, in the region of ~CNY 2,500 to 3,500 per month (~EUR 320 to 450 (est.)) following CSC scales, paid throughout the programme.
- Medical insurance — Comprehensive medical insurance for international students for the full duration of the scholarship.
- Programme duration support — Funding continues for the standard length of the bachelor's, master's or doctoral programme, subject to passing annual reviews.
How to apply
Applicants apply through 2 systems: the China Scholarship Council (CSC) application system using Shandong University's agency number 10422, and the university's own online application, then pay the application fee after pre-admission.
- Apply via the CGS system — Visit the CSC application system, select 'Type B', enter Shandong University's agency number (10422), complete the form and download it.
- Apply via Shandong University — Access the SDU International Application System to provide personal information, upload all documents and finalise your university application.
- Prepare your documents — Upload the CGS application form, colour-scanned transcripts and degree certificates, language certificates (HSK/IELTS/TOEFL), the Foreigner Physical Examination Form and any documents specified in the SDU instructions.
- Submit before the deadline — Submit all materials by the deadline, around 16 February for the 2026 cycle, ideally at least 2 weeks early.
- Pay the application fee — After receiving the pre-admission email, pay the non-refundable application fee of 400 RMB (~EUR 50 (est.)).
Eligibility
Health and citizenshipApplicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health, hold a valid foreign passport, and have no criminal record.
Age limitsBachelor's applicants must be under 25, master's applicants under 35, and doctoral applicants under 40.
Academic backgroundA high school diploma with strong grades for bachelor's, a bachelor's degree for master's, and a master's degree for doctoral study, each with solid academic performance.
Language proficiencyChinese-taught study requires HSK Level 5 (bachelor's) or HSK Level 6 (master's and PhD); English-taught study requires IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+, with exemptions for prior education in the relevant language.
Recipients must pass annual reviews to keep the scholarship. Fraudulent submissions or withheld sponsorship details lead to disqualification, and documents not in Chinese or English need certified translations.
Eligible countries
Open to all nationalities (non-Chinese citizens)
Deadlines
2026 autumn intake~16 February 2026 (est.)
2027 autumn intake~February 2027 (est.)
Selection
Selection follows the Chinese Government Scholarship process and Shandong University's review, assessing academic record, the quality of submitted documents, language proficiency and the strength of the overall application. Applicants who provide fraudulent information or withhold sponsorship details are disqualified, and recipients must pass annual reviews to retain funding.
Verified sources
- Shandong University - International Studentsen.sdu.edu.cnofficial
- China Scholarship Council - Study in China (CGS)studyinchina.csc.edu.cnofficial
About the provider
Shandong University, founded in 1901, is one of China's oldest and top comprehensive research universities, based in the Shandong province and part of the national Double First-Class initiative. It hosts a large international student community and participates in the Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) scheme, with agency number 10422, across undergraduate, master's and doctoral programmes.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What does the Shandong University CSC scholarship cover?
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It is fully funded, covering tuition, free on-campus accommodation or a housing allowance, a monthly living allowance and comprehensive medical insurance for the programme duration.
Which degree levels are eligible?
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Bachelor's, master's and PhD programmes across all subjects offered at Shandong University.
What are the age limits?
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Bachelor's applicants must be under 25, master's applicants under 35, and doctoral applicants under 40.
What language scores do I need?
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Chinese-taught study needs HSK Level 5 (bachelor's) or HSK Level 6 (master's/PhD); English-taught study needs IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+, with exemptions for prior education in that language.
What is the agency number for the CSC application?
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Shandong University's agency number is 10422; enter it and select 'Type B' in the CSC application system.
How many application systems do I use?
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Two: the China Scholarship Council (CSC) system and Shandong University's own SDU International Application System. Both must be completed.
Is there an application fee?
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Yes. A non-refundable fee of 400 RMB (~EUR 50 (est.)) is paid after you receive the pre-admission email.
What is the deadline?
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Around 16 February for the 2026 cycle, with early submission (at least 2 weeks ahead) encouraged. Confirm the exact 2026 date officially.
Do I need a medical examination?
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Yes. A completed Foreigner Physical Examination Form is among the required documents.
Do I have to reapply each year to keep the scholarship?
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No, but recipients must pass annual reviews to maintain eligibility and continued funding.
What happens if documents are not in Chinese or English?
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Certified translations are required for any documents not originally in Chinese or English; withheld or fraudulent information leads to disqualification.
Where can I confirm the current details?
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On Shandong University's official international admissions website and the CSC system, which publish the current award values, eligible programmes and the 2026 deadline.