The Belt and Road Scholarship

The Belt and Road Scholarship is an initiative by the Chinese government aimed at enhancing international educational exchange and cooperation among countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative. This scholarship provides opportunities for students from these countries to pursue undergraduate, master's, or doctoral studies at various Chinese universities.​

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Key Features of the Scholarship:

Financial Coverage: The scholarship typically covers tuition fees, accommodation, living stipends, and comprehensive medical insurance.​

Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be citizens of countries along the Belt and Road routes. Specific age limits apply depending on the program level:​

Bachelor's Degree: Applicants should be under 25 years old.​

Master's Degree: Applicants should be under 30 years old.​

Doctoral Degree: Applicants should be under 35 years old.​

Academic Requirements: Applicants should meet the admission standards of the chosen Chinese university and program. For programs taught in Chinese, proficiency is usually required (e.g., HSK Level 4 for bachelor's programs). For programs taught in English, proof of English language proficiency may be necessary.​

Application Process:

University Selection: Choose a participating Chinese university and an eligible program.​

Application Submission: Complete the university's application process and submit all required documents, including academic transcripts, language proficiency certificates, recommendation letters, and a study plan.​

Scholarship Application: Apply for the Belt and Road Scholarship through the China Scholarship Council's online system or directly through the chosen university, as per their guidelines.​

Selection and Notification: Applications are reviewed based on academic merit and alignment with the initiative's goals. Successful candidates will receive scholarship awards covering the specified benefits.​

Participating Universities:

Numerous prestigious Chinese universities participate in this scholarship program, including:​

Tsinghua University​

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Peking University​

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Fudan University​

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Zhejiang University​

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Shanghai Jiao Tong University​

Renmin University of China​

Xi’an Jiaotong University​

Beijing University​

For detailed information on the scholarship, including application deadlines and specific university requirements, please contact us.