SHANGHAI JIAO TONG UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (SHSMU)
SJTU School of Medicine Chinese Government Scholarship
full · masters, phd
- Full fundingTuition, housing, stipend and insurance
- Monthly stipendLiving allowance (~RMB 3,500/month (est.))
- 2-4 yearsProgramme duration (master's / PhD)
- 5 medical fieldsMedicine, Pharmacy, Dental and more
- ~14 April deadlineAnnual application close
- Non-Chinese citizensWho may apply
At a glance
full
Funding
€15k
Max amount
Apr 14, 2027
Deadline
Open to all nationalities (non-Chinese citizens)
Country
Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (SHSMU)
Provider
The SJTU School of Medicine Chinese Government Scholarship is the Chinese Government Scholarship-University Graduate Program at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (SHSMU), offering fully funded master's and doctoral study in medical fields to international students. The award covers tuition, accommodation, registration and textbook fees, experiment and internship fees, a monthly living allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance including outpatient expenses. Fields of study include Medicine, Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Health Sciences and Dental Sciences. Master's programmes run 2-3 years and doctoral programmes 3-4 years, with up to 1 additional year if language preparation is needed. Eligibility is limited to non-Chinese citizens in good health who are not currently studying in China: master's applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and be under 35, while doctoral applicants must hold a master's degree and be under 40, and all must show strong academic and professional records and hold no other Chinese government scholarship. A study and research plan of at least 800 words, 2 recommendation letters from associate professors, and a completed Foreigner Physical Examination Record are required, along with notarised diplomas and transcripts and a valid passport. An HSK certificate is required, and applicants without Chinese must complete 1 year of language training and pass the HSK before professional study. Applications are made through the CSC online system, and printed materials are sent to the International Student Education Center at SHSMU. The annual deadline is around 14 April. Because allowance levels, field availability and the exact 2027 deadline change each cycle, confirm the current figures on the official SHSMU and CSC pages before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition and registration fees — Full tuition plus registration and textbook fees are covered for the duration of the master's or doctoral programme.
- Accommodation — Accommodation fees are paid as part of the award, providing on-campus or university-arranged housing.
- Living allowance — A monthly stipend is paid for living expenses, with CSC doctoral allowances of roughly RMB 3,500 per month (~EUR 450 (est.)).
- Experiment and internship fees — Laboratory experiment and clinical internship fees associated with the medical programme are covered.
- Medical insurance — Comprehensive medical insurance, including outpatient medical expenses, is provided throughout the scholarship.
How to apply
Applicants apply through the China Scholarship Council online system, complete the application form, and send printed materials to the SHSMU International Student Education Center.
- Register on the CSC website — Visit the China Scholarship Council website to learn about the scholarship and access the online application system.
- Complete and print the form — Complete the CSC application form online and print a copy for submission with your supporting documents.
- Choose your programme at SHSMU — Explore the available master's and doctoral medical programmes on the SHSMU website and select your field.
- Submit materials to SHSMU — Send your application materials to the International Student Education Center at SHSMU, marking the envelope 'Application for Chinese Government Scholarship'.
- Meet the annual deadline — Ensure your complete application reaches SHSMU before the annual deadline of around 14 April 2027.
Eligibility
Nationality and statusMust be a non-Chinese citizen in good health and not currently studying in China.
Master's requirementsHold a bachelor's degree and be under 35 years old.
Doctoral requirementsHold a master's degree and be under 40 years old.
Academic record and exclusivityShow excellent academic and professional records and not receive any other scholarship from Chinese or local governments or organisations.
An HSK certificate is required; applicants without prior Chinese must complete one year of language training and pass the HSK before starting professional study.
Eligible countries
Open to all nationalities (non-Chinese citizens)
Deadlines
Autumn 2027 intake~14 April 2027 (est.)
Following cycle~14 April 2028 (est.)
Selection
Candidates are assessed on academic and professional records, the quality of the study and research plan (minimum 800 words), recommendation letters from associate professors, and any published research. SHSMU and the China Scholarship Council jointly confirm awards under the University Graduate Program framework, with language preparation arranged where needed.
Verified sources
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (SHSMU)en.shsmu.edu.cnofficial
- China Scholarship Council (CSC) Study in Chinacampuschina.orgofficial
About the provider
Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (SHSMU) is the medical school of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, one of China's oldest and highest-ranked universities. It runs master's and doctoral programmes across medicine, pharmacy and the health sciences and hosts international students under the Chinese Government Scholarship University Graduate Program.
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 can apply for the SJTU School of Medicine scholarship?
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Non-Chinese citizens in good health who are not currently studying in China: master's applicants need a bachelor's degree (under 35) and doctoral applicants need a master's degree (under 40).
What does the scholarship cover?
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It covers tuition, accommodation, registration and textbook fees, experiment and internship fees, a monthly living allowance and comprehensive medical insurance including outpatient care.
Which fields can I study?
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Eligible fields include Medicine, Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Health Sciences and Dental Sciences.
How long are the programmes?
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Master's programmes run 2-3 years and doctoral programmes 3-4 years, with up to one additional year if language preparation is required.
Is a Chinese language test required?
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Yes. An HSK certificate is required; applicants without Chinese must complete one year of language training and pass the HSK before professional study.
Can I hold another scholarship at the same time?
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No. Recipients must not receive any other scholarship from Chinese or local governments or organisations.
How long must my study plan be?
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The study and research plan must be at least 800 words, written in English or Chinese.
How do I apply?
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Apply through the China Scholarship Council online system, print the form, and send your materials to the SHSMU International Student Education Center marked 'Application for Chinese Government Scholarship'.
How many recommendation letters do I need?
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Two recommendation letters from associate professors or equivalent professionals are required.
When is the deadline?
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The application deadline is around 14 April annually; for 2027 this is estimated at 14 April 2027. Confirm the exact date officially.
Do I need a medical examination?
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Yes. A completed Foreigner Physical Examination Record must be submitted with your application.
Where can I confirm the current figures?
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Check the official SHSMU and China Scholarship Council pages, as allowance levels, field availability and deadlines change each cycle.