✨ Should I Apply for Fudan University Scholarship (including CSC and SGS Programs)?
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Very Competitive (estimated less than 10%)
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Varies by level (Approx. 60,000 CNY to 100,000 CNY per year equivalent)
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Duration
Bachelor's (4-5 years), Master's (2-3 years), Doctoral (3-4 years)
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Deadline
Typically February to April 30th annually
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Fields
All academic fields offered by Fudan University to international students
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Awards/Year
Varies annually based on government and university quotas
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Provider
Fudan University, Chinese Ministry of Education, and Shanghai Municipal Government
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Acceptance
Varies significantly by department and program of study
The Fudan University Scholarship provides financial support to outstanding international students through various channels, including the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS), and the university’s own institutional funds. It covers tuition, living costs, and housing to attract global talent to Shanghai.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to high-achieving non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport, required educational background for the level applied, and meeting HSK/English requirements.
🏛️ Host University
Fudan University
🤝 Sponsor
Fudan University International Students Office
🌐 Fields of Study
All academic fields offered by Fudan University to international students
✨ Key Benefits
Comprehensive support including full tuition waiver, monthly living allowance, on-campus housing, and comprehensive medical insurance.
🎯 Target Students
International students (Non-Chinese citizens)
🏷 Tags
China
Fudan
Full Scholarship
International Students
Shanghai
CSC
SGS
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
100% for Full Scholarship recipients; partial for others
Living Stipend
Undergraduate: 2,500 CNY/month; Master's: 3,000 CNY/month; Doctoral: 3,500 CNY/month
Total Award
Varies by level (Approx. 60,
✈️ Travel: Varies (Generally not included unless specified by specific embassy tracks)
🏠 Accommodation: Free university dormitory or monthly accommodation subsidy
💊 Health Insurance: Comprehensive Medical Insurance for International Students in China included
🔄 Renewable: Yes
💳 App Fee: 800 CNY (Non-refundable)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
100% for Full Scholarship recipients; partial for others
🏠 Living Stipend
Undergraduate: 2,500 CNY/month; Master's: 3,000 CNY/month; Doctoral: 3,500 CNY/month
🏡 Accommodation
Free university dormitory or monthly accommodation subsidy
✈️ Travel Allowance
Varies (Generally not included unless specified by specific embassy tracks)
💊 Health Insurance
Comprehensive Medical Insurance for International Students in China included
🎁 Other Benefits
Access to research labs, library resources, and university health services
📋 Renewal Conditions
Subject to Annual Review based on academic performance and conduct
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Non-Chinese citizens, in good health, meeting academic and age requirements
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate, Master's, and Doctoral
📊 Minimum GPA
3.0 out of 4.0 or equivalent competitive academic standing
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+ (for English-taught); HSK 5 or 6 (for Chinese-taught)
🎂 Age Limit
UG: under 25; Master's: under 35; PhD: under 40
💼 Work Experience
Not required for most programs; preferred for professional degrees (MBA/MPA)
🏆 Leadership
Not mandatory but considered a plus in holistic review
💰 Financial Need
Not a primary consideration; selection is merit-based
🎯 Target Students
International students (Non-Chinese citizens)
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Personal Statement / Study Plan / Research Proposal)
Rec Letters
Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors
Interview
Yes (Most departments conduct online or in-person interviews)
Application Fee
800 CNY (Non-refundable)
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement / Essays
- IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+ (for English-taught); HSK 5 or 6 (for Chinese-taught)
- Interview: Yes (Most departments conduct online or in-person interviews)
- Min GPA: 3.0 out of 4.0 or equivalent competitive academic standing
📋 Application Process
Contact a potential supervisor beforehand for PhD applications to secure a provisional acceptance letter.
💡 Insider Tip: Ensure all documents are notarized if they are not in English or Chinese. Apply through both Fudan and the CSC portal if applicable.