Summary
The ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents provides a unique opportunity for international students to pursue fully funded Master’s or PhD degrees at two prestigious universities in China: the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS). This prestigious scholarship covers all expenses involved in study and living.
- 🌐 Founded: ANSO established in 2018; CAS is leading founding member.
- 🤝 Purpose: Enhance global science & technology capacity, S&T cooperation, and human wellbeing.
- 🎓 Scholarship Launch: CAS-ANSO Scholarship started in 2019 to train young scientists worldwide.
- 🏫 Degree Programs: Supports 100–200 Master’s and 300 PhD students yearly at USTC, UCAS, and CAS institutes.
- 🌱 Special PhD Subcategory: ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO launched in 2022; prioritizes climate research, LDCs, and women; up to 40 PhD students selected yearly.
- 💰 Funding: CAS fully funds general scholarships; TWAS/UNESCO co-fund special PhD scholarships.
Coverage & Requirements
- 📚 Training: Centralized Chinese language, culture, research, and degree completion mandatory.
- ⚖️ Assessment: Annual evaluations; failure may lead to termination or certificate-only status.
- 🏛️ Compliance: Must follow Chinese laws and USTC/UCAS rules.
- ✈️ Travel Note: On-site applicants in China not eligible for travel subsidies.
Eligibility
- 🚫 Nationality: Non-Chinese citizens only.
- 🗣️ Language: Proficient in English or Chinese.
- 🎓 Age: Master’s: born after 1 Jan 1996; PhD: born after 1 Jan 1991.
- ✅ Other Criteria: Must meet USTC/UCAS international student admission rules and not hold other assignments or current Chinese degrees.
- ⚠️ Application Rule: Cannot apply simultaneously to both USTC and UCAS.
Designation
- Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree
Research Area
- All academic fields and majors are available under ANSO Scholarships.
Location
- China (USTC and UCAS)
Eligibility/Qualification
- Non-Chinese applicants
- Master’s Degree Applicants: Born after January 1, 1996 (inclusive)
- PhD Degree Applicants: Born after January 1, 1991 (inclusive)
- Must fulfill the application criteria set by USTC/UCAS
- Proficient in English or Chinese
- Not enrolled in any other concurrent assignments during the scholarship tenure
Job Description
The ANSO scholarship covers all necessary expenses, including:
- Complete tuition fee waiver
- Application fee waiver
- Monthly stipend of 3000 RMB/month for Master’s candidates and 6000-7000 RMB/month for PhD candidates (based on qualification test results)
- Health insurance
- One-time travel subsidy from home country to China (for those not currently in China)
How to Apply
- Visit the official application link provided for the scholarship.
- Choose “the ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents” during your application.
- Prepare the required documents for submission.
Documents Required:
- Copy of passport (valid for at least 2 years)
- Updated CV with a brief introduction of research experience
- Degree certificates as per the level of application
- Two reference letters
- Research proposal
- Photocopies of up to 5 published academic papers (if available)
- Proof of English and/or Chinese language proficiency
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form
Last Date to Apply
- January 31, 2026
