TSINGHUA UNIVERSITY / CHINA SCHOLARSHIP COUNCIL (CSC)
Tsinghua University Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS)
full · bachelors, masters, phd
- Full tuition waiverCoverage
- ~CNY 2,500–3,500/moLiving stipend (est.)
- Tsinghua, BeijingHost institution
- Bachelor / Master / PhDStudy level
- Medical insuranceIncluded
- Founded 1911University
At a glance
full
Funding
€15k
Max amount
Mar 1, 2027
Deadline
Any country (non-Chinese citizens)
Country
Tsinghua University / China Scholarship Council (CSC)
Provider
The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at Tsinghua University supports international students who pursue a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree at Tsinghua — one of China's two highest-ranked universities, located in Beijing and founded in 1911. The scholarship is funded by the China Scholarship Council and administered by Tsinghua as a designated host university. It is a full scholarship: it waives tuition entirely, provides free or subsidised on-campus accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly living stipend set by degree level — around ~CNY 2,500 per month for undergraduates, ~CNY 3,000 for master's students, and ~CNY 3,500 for doctoral students. The award is tenable for the normal length of the programme, subject to a satisfactory annual review. Applicants apply both to the China Scholarship Council (using Tsinghua's agency number) and for admission to Tsinghua, usually by around 1 March (est.) for September entry. Treat the stipend figures and the date here as estimates and confirm the current details on Tsinghua's official admissions and CSC pages.
What's covered
- Tuition — Full tuition waiver for the duration of the degree.
- Living stipend — A monthly stipend of around ~CNY 2,500 (undergraduate), ~CNY 3,000 (master's), or ~CNY 3,500 (doctoral).
- Accommodation — Free or subsidised on-campus accommodation (a dormitory place or a housing subsidy).
- Medical insurance — Comprehensive medical insurance for international students in China.
- Duration — Tenable for the standard programme length, subject to a satisfactory annual review.
How to apply
Apply for Tsinghua admission and submit the CSC application in parallel, using Tsinghua's agency number, by the deadline.
- Choose a programme — Select an eligible Tsinghua bachelor's, master's, or doctoral programme and check its requirements.
- Apply to Tsinghua — Submit your Tsinghua online admission application with all required documents.
- Apply to CSC — Complete the China Scholarship Council online application using Tsinghua's agency number.
- Submit by the deadline — Ensure both applications are complete by around 1 March (est.) for September entry.
- Review & nomination — Tsinghua reviews applicants and nominates candidates to the CSC for the scholarship.
- Award & enrolment — If awarded, accept the scholarship, obtain your visa documents, and enrol at Tsinghua.
Eligibility
NationalityA non-Chinese citizen in good health.
Degree levelApplying for a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral programme at Tsinghua.
Age limitsTypically under 25 (bachelor's), under 35 (master's), and under 40 (doctoral) — confirm current limits.
Academic meritA strong academic record meeting Tsinghua's entry requirements for the programme.
LanguageProof of English or Chinese proficiency, depending on the programme's language of instruction.
You must apply to both the China Scholarship Council (CSC online system, with Tsinghua's agency number) and to Tsinghua admissions. Recipients generally cannot hold another Chinese government award at the same time.
Eligible countries
Any country (non-Chinese citizens)
Deadlines
2027 degree entry2027-03-01
Selection
Tsinghua reviews CSC applicants on academic merit, the quality of the study or research plan, references, and fit with the chosen programme, then nominates candidates to the China Scholarship Council, which makes the final award decisions. The number of scholarships is limited, so selection is decided among the strongest international applicants.
Verified sources
- Tsinghua University — International Graduate Admissionsgradadmission.tsinghua.edu.cnofficial
- China Scholarship Council — Study in Chinacampuschina.orgofficial
About the provider
Tsinghua University, founded in 1911 in Beijing, is one of China's two highest-ranked universities and a member of the C9 League. As a designated host university for the Chinese Government Scholarship, it administers CSC-funded places for international students across its undergraduate and graduate 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 is the Chinese Government Scholarship at Tsinghua?
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A full scholarship funded by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) and administered by Tsinghua University for international students pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Beijing.
What does it cover?
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Full tuition, free or subsidised on-campus accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly living stipend of around ~CNY 2,500–3,500 depending on degree level.
How much is the living stipend?
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Approximately ~CNY 2,500/month for undergraduates, ~CNY 3,000 for master's students, and ~CNY 3,500 for doctoral students (est.). Confirm current rates on the CSC/Tsinghua pages.
Who is eligible?
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Non-Chinese citizens in good health applying for a Tsinghua degree who meet the age and academic requirements for their level.
Are there age limits?
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Typically under 25 for bachelor's, under 35 for master's, and under 40 for doctoral applicants, though you should confirm the current limits.
How do I apply?
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Apply to both Tsinghua admissions and the China Scholarship Council online system (using Tsinghua's agency number) and submit both by the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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Usually around 1 March for September entry; the 2027 date here is an estimate. Check Tsinghua's international admissions pages for the exact date.
Do I need to speak Chinese?
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It depends on the programme. Many graduate programmes are taught in English; Chinese-taught programmes require Chinese proficiency. Provide proof for the relevant language.
How long does it last?
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For the standard length of the degree — for example ~4 years for a bachelor's, ~2–3 years for a master's, and ~3–4 years for a doctorate — subject to annual review.
Can I hold another scholarship at the same time?
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Generally you cannot hold more than one Chinese government scholarship simultaneously. Check the conditions before accepting other awards.
How competitive is it?
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Tsinghua is among the top universities in China and the world, and CSC places are limited, so selection is decided among the strongest international applicants.
Where can I confirm the exact details?
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On Tsinghua University's international admissions pages and the China Scholarship Council website, which list current coverage, stipend rates, and deadlines.