Fully Funded Shanghai Government Scholarships 2025: Study in China
The Chinese Government invites international students to apply for the prestigious Shanghai Government Scholarship for 2025.
Applications are now open for this fully funded scholarship program, established in 2006 by the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government to attract exceptional international students and scholars to study and research in Shanghai.
This scholarship aligns with Shanghai’s vision of becoming a global hub for science and technology innovation and promotes international cooperation in education.
About the Scholarship
The 2025 Shanghai Government Scholarship is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students. It covers full tuition, accommodation, and a monthly living stipend of ¥4,000.
Quick Details
- Levels of Study: Undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs
- Country of Study: China
- Sponsor: Shanghai Government
- Funding: Fully funded
- Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
- Benefits:
- Full tuition coverage
- Accommodation on campus
- Monthly stipend of up to ¥4,000
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Shanghai Government Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be non-Chinese citizens in good health.
- Demonstrate excellent academic and behavioral performance.
- Meet the admission and Chinese language proficiency requirements for their chosen program.
Additional criteria based on program level:
- Pre-college programs: High school diploma, under 23 years of age.
- Undergraduate programs: High school diploma, under 25 years of age.
Scholarship Benefits
Type A (Full Scholarship)
- Tuition exemption
- On-campus accommodation in an economic double room (shared facilities)
- Living allowance: ¥2,500 per month
- Off-campus living allowance: ¥700 per month (if approved)
- Comprehensive medical insurance: ¥800 per year
Type B (Partial Scholarship)
- Tuition exemption
- Comprehensive medical insurance: ¥800 per year
Required Documents
Applicants must provide the following:
- Completed application form
- Signed photocopy of the highest diploma
- Academic transcripts
- Chinese HSK certificate (if applicable)
- Photocopy of passport bio-data page
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the Shanghai Government Scholarship:
- Visit the official scholarship application page.
- Register and complete the online application.
- Pay the application fee.
- Download, fill out, and upload the application form.
- Submit all required documents.
- Check your email or log in to your application account to track your status.
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply is April 15, 2025.
