Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU) Postgraduate International Scholarships applications are now open to international students. Master’s and Ph.D. candidates of non-Chinese nationality can apply for this opportunity worldwide. This scholarship’s primary objective is to promote mutual understanding, collaboration, and exchange with other countries and organizations in various fields.

For a long time, China has established various scholarship programs to sponsor and support international students, scholars, and teachers in their studies and research in Chinese universities. XJTU is a designated Chinese university that educates international students under the supervision of the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC).

Important Dates and Details

• Scholarship application Deadline: March 31, 2026
• Self-funded application deadline: May 15, 2026
• Deadline for Payment: April 18, 2026
• Funding Type: Fully and partially funded
• Host Institution: Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU)
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Master’s and PhD international applicants
• Study Level: Master’s and Doctoral programs
• Duration:
  • Master’s: Typically 2-3 years
  • PhD: Typically 3-4 years
• Program Language: English or Chinese
• Host Country: China
• Application fee (Non-refundable):
  • Scholarship: 800 RMB
  • Self-funded: 500 RMB

Benefits and Financial Aids

The XJTU Postgraduate Scholarships offer various financial aid packages:

1. CSC-Chinese University Program

• Full tuition waiver
• Free on-campus dormitory accommodation
• Monthly living allowance
• Comprehensive medical insurance

2. XJTU Siyuan International Student Scholarship

• Tuition waiver
• Monthly living allowance

3. XJTU-Xi’an City Government “Belt and Road” International Student Scholarship

• Tuition waiver
• Monthly living allowance

Important Notes:

• The scholarships cover only the standard duration of study.
• Medical insurance and accommodation are NOT included in the Siyuan and Xi’an City Government scholarships.
• Scholarship recipients must undergo an annual review to maintain their funding.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the XJTU Postgraduate Scholarships, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport.
• Applicants must be in good health.
• Meet the following academic requirements:
  • Master’s applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old.
  • Doctoral applicants must have a master’s degree and be under 40 years old.
• Applicants must not be receiving any other scholarship.

Required Materials

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Completed Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship (for CSC applicants)
• Completed Online Application Form for XJTU
• Copy of Passport (valid for at least six months)
• Academic Transcripts (translated into English or Chinese)
• Degree Certificates (Bachelor’s for Master’s applicants, Master’s for PhD applicants)
• Study Plan or Research Proposal (Minimum 800 words)
• Recommendation Letters (at least two from professors or associate professors)
• Language Proficiency Certificate:
  • IELTS/TOEFL (for English-taught programs)
  • HSK (for Chinese-taught programs)
• Physical Examination Form (completed by a certified doctor)
• No Criminal Record Certificate
• Other Supporting Documents (if required by specific programs)

Available Program with XJTU Postgraduate International Scholarships

Here is the list of available fields of study for the 2025 postgraduate programs at Xi’an Jiaotong University:

English-Medium Programs (Generally 3 Years, some 2 Years):

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic Science and Technology
• Computer Science and Technology
• Information and Communication Engineering
• Control Science and Engineering
• Law (Master of Laws in Chinese and International Business Law)
• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Mechanics
• Aeronautical and Astronautical Science and Technology
• Chemical Engineering and Technology
• Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics
• Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering and Technology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Applied Economics
• Theoretical Economics
• Marxist Theory
• Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics
• Nuclear Science and Technology
• Environmental Science and Engineering
• Journalism and Communication (Master of Arts in Chinese Culture Studies)
• Biomedical Engineering
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Instrument Science and Technology
• Biology
• Human Anatomy, Histology and Embryology
• Immunology
• Pathogen Biology
• Pathology and Pathophysiology
• Pharmacology
• Epidemiology and Health Statistics
• Child, Adolescent and Maternal Health
• Occupational and Environmental Health
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Pharmaceutics
• Pharmacognosy
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Natural Medicinal Chemistry
• Pharmacy Administration
• Forensic Science
• Nursing (Professional Degree)
• Internal Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Geriatric Medicine
• Neurology
• Dermatology and Venereology
• Emergency Medicine
• Critical Care Medicine
• General Medical
• Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy
• Surgery
• Orthopaedics and Transplantology
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Ophthalmology
• Otorhinolaryngology
• Anesthesiology
• Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics
• Oncology
• Radiation Oncology
• Radiographic
• Ultrasonic Medicine
• Nuclear Medicine
• Stomatological Medicine

Chinese-Medium Programs (Generally 4 Years, some 3 Years):

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic Science and Technology
• Computer Science and Technology
• Information and Communication Engineering
• Control Science and Engineering
• Law
• Public Administration
• Mechanics
• Aeronautical and Astronautical Science and Technology
• Chemical Engineering and Technology
• Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics
• Chemistry
• Mechanical Engineering
• Applied Economics
• Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics
• Nuclear Science and Technology
• Environmental Science and Engineering
• Chemistry
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Computer Science and Technology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Biology
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Instrument Science and Technology
• Physiology
• Neurobiology
• Genetics
• Cell Biology
• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Biophysics
• Human Anatomy, Histology and Embryology
• Immunology
• Pathogen Biology
• Pathology and Pathophysiology
• Pharmacology
• Epidemiology and Health Statistics
• Child, Adolescent and Maternal Health
• Occupational and Environmental Health
• Basic Science of Stomatology
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Pharmaceutics
• Pharmacognosy
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Forensic Medicine
• Nursing

How to Apply for XJTU Postgraduate International Scholarships?

To apply for the XJTU Postgraduate International Scholarships, please follow these steps:

Step 1: Online Application (CSC Website): Visit the Campus China website to complete your application.

• Program Type: B
• Agency No.: 10698
• Download, print, and sign the Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form.

Step 2: Online Application (Xi’an Jiaotong University): Visit Xi’an Jiaotong University and apply through the university’s system. Refer to the checklist in the Application Documents and prepare the required documents.

Step 3: Pay Application Fee: Once you pass the initial review, you will receive a Payment Notice via the system or email. The non-refundable fee is 800 RMB.

Step 4: Complete Application: Please monitor your application system and email for updates on the review process, pre-admission, tuition payment, and acceptance.

Note: Online application is mandatory; hard copies are not accepted.

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