Applications are open for the Chinese Government Scholarship 2026/2027 – High Level Postgraduate Program at the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), China. This scholarship offers fully funded Master’s and PhD opportunities for high-achieving international students who want to study at one of China’s leading universities in economics, law, business, and international studies.

This program is designed for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree holders with strong academic records and clear career or research goals. It follows a competitive, merit-based selection process that combines individual application, university recommendation, expert review, and final admission based on academic excellence and future potential. For students aiming to build global careers or research profiles in international, economic, and policy-related fields, this scholarship provides both financial security and academic prestige.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Host Institution: University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing
• Organizer: Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC)
• Eligible Countries: All countries except China
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: International students holding Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees
• Study Field:
  • International Relations, Law, Economics, Business, Finance, Public Administration, Digital Economy, Linguistics, Translation, Trade, Logistics, and related fields
• Study Level: Master’s & PhD
• Degree Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree for Master’s
  • Master’s degree for PhD
• Program Language: Chinese or English
• Host Country: China

Scholarship Benefits

Applicants will benefit from the Chinese Government Scholarship as follows:

• Full tuition fee coverage
• Free university accommodation
• Monthly living allowance:
  • Master’s: 3,000 RMB/month
  • PhD: 3,500 RMB/month
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Access to UIBE academic resources, supervision, and research environment

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be a non-Chinese citizen in good physical and mental health
• Be under 35 years old for Master’s programs and under 40 years old for PhD programs
• Hold an excellent academic record
• Meet language requirements:
  • Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 5 (minimum 180 points)
  • English-taught programs: TOEFL 86 or IELTS 6.0 (or proof of prior English-taught degree)

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:

• Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form (generated from CSC system)
• Passport copy (valid beyond September 30, 2026)
• Notarized highest diploma (or proof of current enrollment)
• Academic transcripts (from undergraduate onward)
• Language proficiency certificates (HSK / TOEFL / IELTS, if required)
• Study proposal (minimum 1,000 words, in Chinese or English)
• Two academic recommendation letters (Professor or Associate Professor level)
• Supporting academic documents (publications, awards, research outputs – optional)
• Foreigner Physical Examination Form (valid for 6 months)
• Non-criminal record certificate (issued within the last 6 months)

How to Apply?

1. Apply online through the Chinese Government Scholarship System using the Apply Now link below:
   • Choose Program Type B
   • Agency Number: 10036
2. Submit the same application documents by email to:
   • uibescholarship@163.com
   • Email subject: UIBE + Type B
3. Attend academic review/interview if shortlisted
4. Upload the pre-admission letter to the CSC system (if issued)
5. Complete all steps before February 28, 2026

Apply Now

Notes:

• Submit clear, authentic, and legible scanned documents; unclear or invalid files will be rejected.
• Provide a valid phone number and email address to ensure smooth communication.
• Application deadline: February 28, 2026 (late submissions will not be accepted).
• A pre-admission letter is not a final admission; only the official UIBE admission notice is valid.
• Applicants may receive only one scholarship and must not apply for multiple scholarships simultaneously.
• No other Chinese government or university scholarships may be held at the same time; violations lead to cancellation, refund, and a 3-year ban from CSC applications.
• Refer to the attached files for detailed guidelines and official documents.

Further details are available on the official UIBE website.

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