QINGDAO UNIVERSITY
Qingdao University Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B)
full · masters, phd
- CNY 3,000-3,500 / monthMonthly stipend (master's / doctoral)
- ~CNY 42,000 / ~EUR 5,400 (est.)Approx annual stipend, doctoral
- 100% tuitionFull tuition waiver
- Agency 11065Qingdao University CSC agency number
- 2 stagesQDU + CSC applications
- All disciplinesOpen subject areas (master's & PhD)
At a glance
full
Funding
€5k
Max amount
Feb 2, 2027
Deadline
Open to all nationalities (except Chinese citizens)
Country
Qingdao University
Provider
The Qingdao University Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Type B) is a fully funded high-level postgraduate award for international students pursuing master's and doctoral study in any discipline at Qingdao University in Shandong Province, China. The scholarship provides a 100% tuition waiver, on-campus accommodation in double rooms, comprehensive medical insurance for the full duration, and a monthly stipend of CNY 3,000 for master's students and CNY 3,500 for doctoral students. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health: master's candidates hold a bachelor's degree and are under 35, while doctoral candidates hold a master's degree and are under 40. The process has 2 stages with separate deadlines: the Qingdao University online application (istudy.qdu.edu.cn) is due around 2 February 2027, and the China Scholarship Council application (studyinchina.csc.edu.cn) is due around 10 March 2027 using Qingdao University's agency number 11065. Applicants are advised to secure a pre-admission letter from a supervisor before submitting. Stipend amounts, agency numbers and the exact 2027 deadlines can change each cycle, so confirm the current figures on the official Qingdao University international study page before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition waiver — 100% of tuition fees are waived for the full duration of the master's or doctoral programme.
- Accommodation — On-campus housing in double rooms is provided as part of the award.
- Monthly stipend — CNY 3,000 per month for master's students and CNY 3,500 per month for doctoral students (roughly EUR 380-450 (est.)).
- Annual stipend value — The doctoral stipend totals about CNY 42,000 per year (~EUR 5,400 (est.)), on top of free tuition and housing.
- Medical insurance — Comprehensive medical insurance is provided for the entire scholarship duration.
How to apply
The application has 2 parts: the Qingdao University online application and the China Scholarship Council (CSC) application, each with its own deadline.
- Apply online at Qingdao University — Visit istudy.qdu.edu.cn, complete the online application and submit required documents including academic transcripts before about 2 February 2027.
- Secure a pre-admission letter — Contact a professor or department at Qingdao University for pre-admission; supervisor details are listed on the university's site.
- Register on the CSC website — Apply at studyinchina.csc.edu.cn using Qingdao University's agency number 11065 and upload the pre-admission letter and all documents before about 10 March 2027.
- Keep information consistent — Ensure all documents are accurate and that personal and academic details match across both the QDU and CSC portals.
- Await the result — Qingdao University and the CSC review applications; successful candidates receive an admission notice and scholarship certificate.
Eligibility
Nationality and healthNon-Chinese citizen in good health (a medical examination is required).
Master's applicantsHold a bachelor's degree and be under 35 years of age.
Doctoral applicantsHold a master's degree and be under 40 years of age.
Pre-admissionContact a professor or department for a pre-admission letter, which strengthens the CSC application.
Applicants must keep information consistent across both the Qingdao University and CSC portals and meet any additional academic and language criteria set by the chosen department.
Eligible countries
Open to all nationalities (except Chinese citizens)
Deadlines
September 2027 - QDU application~2 February 2027 (est.)
September 2027 - CSC application~10 March 2027 (est.)
Selection
Candidates are assessed on academic record, the quality of the study or research plan, and the support of a Qingdao University supervisor through the pre-admission letter. Applications must satisfy both the university and the China Scholarship Council, which makes the final award decision for Type B nominees.
Verified sources
- Qingdao University International Study portalistudy.qdu.edu.cnofficial
- Chinese Government Scholarship - China Scholarship Councilstudyinchina.csc.edu.cnofficial
About the provider
Qingdao University is a public comprehensive university in Qingdao, Shandong Province, China, offering programmes across engineering, medicine, science, business and the humanities. It admits international postgraduate students under the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) scheme using its agency number 11065.
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 Qingdao University CSC Type B scholarship?
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Non-Chinese citizens in good health applying for master's or doctoral study; master's applicants must be under 35 with a bachelor's degree, and doctoral applicants under 40 with a master's degree.
What degree levels are covered?
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Master's and doctoral (PhD) programmes across all disciplines offered at Qingdao University.
What does the scholarship cover?
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A 100% tuition waiver, on-campus double-room accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance and a monthly stipend.
How much is the monthly stipend?
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CNY 3,000 per month for master's students and CNY 3,500 per month for doctoral students (roughly EUR 380-450 (est.)).
What is Qingdao University's CSC agency number?
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Agency number 11065, which you must enter when applying on the CSC portal at studyinchina.csc.edu.cn.
How many deadlines are there?
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Two: the Qingdao University application is due around 2 February 2027 and the CSC application around 10 March 2027 (both est.).
Do I need a pre-admission letter?
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It is strongly advised. Contacting a supervisor or department for pre-admission strengthens your CSC application and is uploaded with it.
Is a medical examination required?
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Yes. CSC applicants must complete a foreigner physical examination form as part of the documentation.
Does the scholarship provide accommodation?
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Yes, on-campus housing in double rooms is provided for the scholarship duration.
Where do I submit the university application?
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Online at Qingdao University's international study portal, istudy.qdu.edu.cn.
What happens if my information differs between the two portals?
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Inconsistent information can lead to rejection; keep personal and academic details identical across the QDU and CSC applications.
When does the programme start?
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Successful applicants typically begin study around September 2027 (est.); confirm the exact date on the official Qingdao University page.