The Chinese Government Scholarship-High Level Graduate Program at Wuhan University for 2025 offers fully funded scholarships for international master’s and PhD candidates. The Chinese Ministry of Education plans this scholarship to support Chinese universities accepting remarkable international students for graduate studies at Chinese universities, including Wuhan University.

The scholarship covers various academic fields, providing opportunities for students to engage in meaningful research and obtain qualifications that match their future careers.

The scholarship supports students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees. The scholarship duration includes major academic studies and optional Chinese language courses, offering a comprehensive period of up to 1 year for language study, 2-3 years for master’s programs, and 4 years for doctoral programs. Instruction is available in both Chinese and English, matching the language proficiencies of international students.

Wuhan University is one of the leading universities designated to run this program and attract graduate students at the Master’s and Doctoral levels.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Open: November 15, 2024
• Application Deadline: February 25, 2025
• Pre-admission Letter Deadline: March 15, 2025
• Final Results Announcement: July 2025
• Funding Type: Fully funded
• Host Institution: Wuhan University
• Eligible Countries: Open to all countries except China
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Prospective master’s and doctoral students
• Field: Various disciplines (check the attachments)
• Study Level: Master’s and doctoral degrees
• Duration: 1 year for language courses + 2-3 years for master’s programs, 4 years for doctoral programs
• Program Language: Chinese/English
• Host Country: China

Benefits and Financial Aids

The Chinese Government Scholarship provides fully funded study opportunities covering the following items:

• Full tuition and application fee waiver
• Free on-campus accommodation
• Monthly living allowance
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage

Note: International travel expenses are not covered

Who is eligible?

Applicants who meet the following criteria are eligible for the 2025 Chinese Government Scholarship at Wuhan University:

• Applicants must be a citizens of a country other than China and in good health (physically and mentally)
• For Master’s Programs: Bachelor’s degree holder must be under the age of 35
• For Doctoral Programs: Master’s degree holder must be under the age of 40
• Language Requirements:
  • Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 or higher (Level 5 preferred for direct major study)
  • English-taught programs: TOEFL 80+/IELTS 6.0+ or proof of English as the medium of instruction from a previous institution
  • Native English speakers are exempt from English proficiency proof
• Cannot hold any other scholarships simultaneously

Required Documents

Please prepare and submit these documents:

• Completed Application Form for the Chinese Government Scholarship
• Completed Application Form for International Students of Wuhan University
• Copy of passport home page
• Notarized highest degree certificate (with translations if not in English/Chinese)
• Academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, if applicable)
• Language proficiency certificates (HSK/TOEFL/IELTS)
• Study plan proposal (minimum 1,000 words)
• Two recommendation letters from professors/associate professors
• Art portfolio (if applicable)
• Physical examination form
• Non-criminal record certificate
• Acceptance letter from Wuhan University professor (optional but recommended)
• Additional documents (e.g., work certificates, publications)

Please note:

• Ensure all uploaded documents are clear, authentic, and valid; use a professional scanner. Unclear documents may result in disqualification.
• There is no application fee for the Chinese Government Scholarship–High Level Graduate Program at Wuhan University. Contact the university directly; no agents are authorized for enrollment.
• Incomplete or ineligible applications will not be reviewed. Provide an accurate phone number and email.
• Do not send hard copies; bring original documents for registration. Those with a provisional diploma must present their official graduation certificate for verification.
• Additional documents may be requested if needed.

Application Procedure

Step 1: Register and submit your online application using the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System at CSC Study in China. Use Program category—type B (code for Wuhan University: 10486). Download and print the completed “Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship.” Use Firefox or Internet Explorer (11.0) (disable “compatible view mode” in IE). Refer to the attachment for detailed instructions.

Step 2: Register and submit your application using the Wuhan University Online Application System at Wuhan University Admissions. Select the Chinese Government Program as your funding source. Print the “Application Form for International Students of Wuhan University.”

Note: No changes can be made after submission.

Step 3: Applicants recommended by Wuhan University must submit a pre-admission notice and other required documents to the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System by March 16, 2025.

Further details and information are available on the official Wuhan University website. Visit this link for FAQs.

Contact information:

Admissions Office 101, School of International Education, Wuhan University, No. 299 Bayi Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, Hubei, China, 430072.
Contact: Ms. Yuan
Phone: +86-27-68753912
Email: yquan@whu.edu.cn
Website: admission.whu.edu.cn
CSC Portal: campuschina.org

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