The China University of Petroleum invites international students to apply for the CSC Scholarship 2026. This fully funded scholarship aims to support students pursuing undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programs in a variety of fields, particularly in petroleum engineering and related disciplines.
- 🎓 Purpose: Promote international understanding, friendship, cooperation, and academic exchanges between China and other countries through scholarships.
- 🇨🇳 Administering Body: China Scholarship Council (CSC), under China’s Ministry of Education.
- 🏫 Host University: China University of Petroleum (Beijing), part of “211 Programme” and “Double First-Class” Initiative, collaborates with 196 global institutions.
- 📜 Scholarship Programs:
- Bilateral Program (CSC Type A): Through Chinese embassies/education ministries; all majors; apply Jan–Mar.
- University Programs (CSC Type B, Agency 11414): Includes Silk Road Program, High-Level Postgraduate Program; requires HSK/English proficiency; apply Mar–May depending on program.
- 👤 Eligibility: Non-Chinese citizens; age limits vary by degree level; must be in good health; academic and language requirements specific to program.
- 📝 Application Process:
- Submit to home country dispatch authority.
- Apply via CUP portal for pre-admission.
- Submit application in CSC system (Type A or B).
- Provide supporting documents: passport, diplomas, transcripts, language certificates, recommendation letters, study plan, physical exam, no criminal record certificate, etc.
- 💰 Scholarship Benefits: Tuition-free, free or subsidized dormitory, living allowance (2500–3500 RMB/month depending on program), comprehensive health insurance (400–800 RMB/year).
- 🏢 Eligible Departments: Bilateral Program via home country; Silk Road, High-Level Graduate, and SCO programs via CUP, Beijing.
Designation
Fully Funded Scholarship at China University of Petroleum
Research Area
- Petroleum Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Geological Sciences
- Finance
- Management Science
Location
Beijing, China
Eligibility/Qualification
- Bachelor’s Candidates: Must be under 25 years old and have completed high school.
- Master’s Candidates: Must be under 35 years old and hold a bachelor’s degree.
- Doctoral Candidates: Must be under 40 years old and possess a master’s degree.
- Language Requirement:
- For Chinese-taught programs: HSK 4 or 5.
- For English-taught programs: IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80, or documentation of English medium training.
Job Description
The scholarship covers:
- Tuition fee waiver for the entire duration of the course.
- Free on-campus housing or a monthly off-campus housing allowance.
- Monthly stipends:
- RMB 2,500 for bachelor’s students
- RMB 3,000 for master’s students
- RMB 3,500 for PhD students
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
How to Apply
- Submit an application to the dispatching authority (i.e., Chinese Embassy or Ministry of Education in your home country) for Type-A candidates.
- Register for a CSC account and select Program Type A; upload necessary documents after receiving a nomination.
- For Type-B applicants, submit applications through both the CUP and CSC portals, using Agency Number 11414.
- Provide a study plan, recommendation letters, passport, academic transcripts, and supervisor acceptance letter (if applicable).
Last Date to Apply
- For CSC Type-A: Between early January to early March 2026.
- For Silk Road Program: Undergraduate candidates by May 15, 2026; postgraduate candidates by May 30, 2026.
- For CSC Type-B: All applications must be submitted by March 1, 2026.
