Fields of study: Engineering, Medicine, Science, Arts, Management
Central South University (CSU) offers a variety of scholarships for international students, including the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) and the CSU University Scholarship. The CSC High Level Graduate Program is fully funded, covering tuition, accommodation, and a stipend. The University Scholarship offers both full and partial funding options for excellent students across Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels. Located in Changsha, CSU is renowned for its engineering and medical programs.
Benefits
Full Tuition Waiver
Free On-campus Accommodation
Monthly Stipend (CSC: 3000-3500 CNY)
Comprehensive Medical Insurance
Eligibility
Must be a non-Chinese citizen in good health
Bachelor applicants: High school diploma, under 30 (for University Scholarship)
Master applicants: Bachelor’s degree, under 35
PhD applicants: Master’s degree, under 40
Requirements
Academic Transcripts & Degrees (Notarized)
Two Recommendation Letters (Associate Professor or higher)
Study Plan or Research Proposal (800+ words)
Foreigner Physical Examination Form
Required Documents
Passport Copy
Non-criminal Record Certificate
Language Proficiency Certificate (HSK/IELTS/TOEFL)
Acceptance Letter (Mandatory for some graduate programs)
Programs of Study
Chinese Government Scholarship (High Level Graduate Program)
CSU University Scholarship (Full & Partial)
Silk Road Scholarship Program
MOFCOM Scholarship
Application Process
Apply online at the CSC Portal (Agency No. 10614, Type B) for Government Scholarship
Apply online at the CSU International Student Service System
Pay the application fee (if required for University Scholarship)
Upload all required documents to both portals
How to Apply
Register on the CSU admission website (csu.17gz.org)
Choose the specific scholarship track (CSC or University Scholarship)
Submit the application before the specific deadline
Selection Process
Initial review by the International Education School
Academic review by the relevant college/department
Nomination to the China Scholarship Council (for CSC awards)