Fully Funded China University of Petroleum CSC Scholarship 2026
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.