SHANGHAI MUNICIPAL EDUCATION COMMISSION
Shanghai Government Scholarship
full · bachelors, masters, phd
- Up to ~¥3,500 (CNY) / month (est.)Living allowance (Type A)
- Type A (full) and Type B (partial)Two award categories
- Bachelor's, Master's, PhDLevels covered
- Tuition + accommodation + insuranceType A coverage
- HSK Level 4 (typical)Chinese requirement
- All nationalitiesOpen globally
At a glance
full
Funding
€9k
Max amount
Apr 30, 2027
Deadline
All countries (non-Chinese citizens)
Country
Shanghai Municipal Education Commission
Provider
The Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS) is funded by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission and offered through participating universities in Shanghai to international students at bachelor's, master's, and PhD level. It comes in two categories: Type A, the full award, covers tuition, on-campus accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly living allowance of up to CNY 3,500; Type B is a partial award covering tuition and medical insurance only. The scheme is open across a wide range of disciplines, including economics, law, engineering, science, medicine, management, and the arts. Age limits apply by level: undergraduate applicants must be under 25, master's applicants under 35, and PhD applicants under 40. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health, generally hold HSK Level 4 Chinese, and not already hold another Chinese government scholarship. Applications run through the Study in Shanghai portal and the chosen university, typically opening between February and April. Because allowance rates, the number of awards, and the exact application window change each year, confirm the current 2026/2027 figures and deadlines on the official Study in Shanghai and university pages before applying.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full tuition coverage for the study period under Type A; Type B also covers tuition fees.
- Monthly living allowance — Type A scholars receive a monthly living allowance of up to about ¥3,500 (CNY 3,500) (est.) for the duration of their programme.
- Accommodation — On-campus accommodation provided to Type A recipients during their studies in Shanghai.
- Medical insurance — Comprehensive medical insurance covered for both Type A and Type B scholars throughout the study period.
- Wide programme choice — Access to programmes across philosophy, economics, law, engineering, science, medicine, management, and the arts at participating Shanghai universities.
How to apply
Applications are made online through the Study in Shanghai portal and the chosen university during the published window, which usually runs from February to April.
- Explore programmes — Use the Study in Shanghai website to research participating universities, available courses, and application periods.
- Check eligibility — Confirm you meet the age, academic, language, and no-double-funding conditions for your chosen level and programme.
- Prepare your documents — Gather your academic records, language certificate, study plan, and the materials required by the specific university.
- Submit your application — Apply through the Study in Shanghai portal and complete any additional steps required directly by the host university.
- Track university outcomes — Monitor your application status and respond to any requests from the university, as final selection is made at university level.
Eligibility
Nationality and healthMust be a non-Chinese citizen in good health.
Age and qualificationsUndergraduate applicants under 25 with a high school diploma; master's applicants under 35 with a bachelor's degree; PhD applicants under 40 with a master's degree.
LanguageGenerally HSK Level 4 Chinese proficiency, or the language requirement set by the chosen university and programme.
No double fundingApplicants who already hold another scholarship from the Chinese government or organisations are not eligible.
Pre-college applicants must be under 23, hold a high school diploma, and provide a pre-admission letter from a Shanghai university. Each university sets its own entry requirements, so check the specific programme conditions.
Eligible countries
All countries (non-Chinese citizens)
Deadlines
2026/2027 academic year~30 April 2026 (est.)
Selection
Each participating Shanghai university evaluates applicants on academic record, the study or research plan, language ability, and references, then nominates recipients for Type A or Type B awards. Final selection is confirmed by the university in line with the quota and criteria set by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission.
Verified sources
- Study in Shanghai - Official Portalen.study-in-shanghai.comofficial
About the provider
The Shanghai Municipal Education Commission is the government body responsible for education policy in Shanghai, one of China's largest cities. It administers the Shanghai Government Scholarship to attract international students to participating universities across the city, supporting study from undergraduate through doctoral level.
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.
Who funds the Shanghai Government Scholarship?
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It is funded by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission and administered through participating universities in Shanghai.
What is the difference between Type A and Type B?
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Type A is the full award covering tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, and a monthly living allowance; Type B is partial, covering tuition and medical insurance only.
How much is the monthly living allowance?
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Type A scholars receive a monthly living allowance of up to about CNY 3,500 (est.); confirm the current rate on the official page.
Which levels of study are covered?
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Undergraduate, master's, and PhD programmes, plus pre-college study for eligible applicants.
Who is eligible to apply?
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Non-Chinese citizens in good health who meet the age, academic, and language requirements for their level and do not already hold another Chinese government scholarship.
What are the age limits?
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Under 25 for undergraduate, under 35 for master's, and under 40 for PhD applicants.
What Chinese language level do I need?
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Generally HSK Level 4, or the language requirement set by the chosen university and programme.
Can I hold another Chinese scholarship at the same time?
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No; applicants who already hold a scholarship from the Chinese government or organisations are not eligible.
How do I apply?
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Through the Study in Shanghai portal and the chosen host university during the application window, which usually runs February to April.
Which disciplines can I study?
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A wide range, including economics, law, engineering, science, medicine, management, and the arts.
When is the application deadline?
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The window typically closes around April 2026 (est.); confirm exact dates with the host university.
Where can I verify the latest details?
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On the official Study in Shanghai portal and the individual university websites linked in the sources section.