The China Link Scholarship Program 2025 provides an exceptional opportunity for international students and academic faculty to delve into Chinese academia and culture at Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU). This scholarship initiative aims to foster meaningful academic connections between Chinese institutions and the global academic community.

  • 🏫 Educational Opportunity: Founded in 1962, BLCU stands as a pioneer in language and culture education, attracting over 15,000 students from 180+ countries.
  • 🌍 Global Community: With partnerships with 280+ universities worldwide, BLCU fosters extensive international collaborations and exchange programs.
  • 🎓 Academic Programs: Offering 33 undergraduate, 17 master’s, and 10 doctoral programs across diverse fields, BLCU ensures a comprehensive academic experience.
  • 🏛️ Cultural Enrichment: Located in Beijing, students benefit from cultural immersion through festivals, events, and access to historical landmarks.
  • 🎖️ Scholarship Benefits: Includes tuition waiver, free accommodation, and a monthly stipend (CNY 3,000-3,500) with comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
  • 📅 Application Details: Open to non-Chinese citizens under 45 (general scholars) and under 50 (senior scholars), with an application deadline of February 5, 2025, for the second batch.
  • 📜 Admission Requirements: Applicants need an admission notice or invitation letter from BLCU and must apply via the CSC Application Portal.

Designation

Scholarship Name: China Link Scholarship Program 2025
Host University: Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU)

Scholarship Overview Table

CategoryDetails
EligibilityNon-Chinese citizens, undergraduates, master’s students, Ph.D. candidates, faculty members
RewardsTuition waiver, free accommodation, monthly stipend (CNY 3,000-3,500), medical insurance
Age LimitUnder 45 (general scholars), under 50 (senior scholars)
Application DeadlineFebruary 5, 2025 (second batch)
Result NotificationMid-February 2025
Program DurationVaries (academic programs)

Research Area

  • Chinese Language and Literature
  • Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages
  • International Economy and Trade

Location

Beijing Language and Culture University, Beijing, China

Eligibility/Qualification

To qualify for the China Link Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. Citizenship: Must be a non-Chinese citizen of good moral character, with strong academic standing and good physical and mental health.
  2. Age Limit: Under 45 years for general scholars (undergraduate and master’s applicants) and under 50 years for senior scholars (Ph.D. candidates and faculty members).
  3. Institutional Affiliation: Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student or employed as a full-time academic staff member at a CSC-partnered foreign university.
  4. Admission Requirement: Have an admission notice or an invitation letter from BLCU.

Job Description

This scholarship offers students and faculty the chance to engage in academic activities and cultural immersion at BLCU. Selected candidates will benefit from a comprehensive scholarship that includes:

  • Full coverage of academic tuition.
  • Free on-campus accommodation.
  • A monthly stipend based on academic level.
  • Comprehensive medical insurance.

How to Apply

  1. Pre-Admission: Contact BLCU at admissions1@blcu.edu.cn to submit application materials and obtain a pre-admission notice.
  2. Online Application:
  • Register on the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System at the CSC Application Portal.
  • Complete the online application and upload the required documents.
  1. Application Deadlines: February 5, 2025 for the second batch of admissions for March 2025 intake.
  2. Result Notification: Scholarship results will be announced in mid-February 2025.

Last Date to Apply

February 5, 2025

For more details and to apply, visit the Beijing Language and Culture University website. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your academic horizons in China!