The Lanzhou University CSC Scholarship 2026 offers fully funded scholarships for international students pursuing Master’s and PhD degrees in various fields at Lanzhou University, China. This scholarship covers full tuition, free accommodation, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend.
- 🎓 Lanzhou University, founded in 1909, is a top-tier comprehensive university under China’s Ministry of Education, part of the “985 Project,” “211 Project,” and “double first-class” initiative.
- 🧪 Offers 12 disciplines; 17 disciplines (chemistry, physics, materials science, etc.) are in the top 1% of ESI, with chemistry and ecology in the top 0.1%.
- 🌏 Enrolls international students under the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) from around the world.
- 🗓️ Application deadline: February 28, 2026. Master’s: 2–3 years, Doctoral: 4 years; Chinese-taught programs may require 1-year language prep.
- 💰 Scholarship benefits: tuition-free, free double-room accommodation, stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance (third-party liability insurance required).
- ✅ Eligibility: non-Chinese, good health, Bachelor’s (Master’s for PhD), age limits (35 for Master’s, 40 for PhD), strong academic record, no concurrent scholarships, language proficiency (HSK 4 for Chinese programs; IELTS 5.5/TOEFL 80 for English).
- 📚 Applicants can apply to any major open for international students; documents required include application form, passport, notarized degrees/transcripts, language certificates, pre-admission letter, study plan, recommendation letters, research proof, physical exam, and non-criminal report.
- 🖥️ Application procedure: online via CSC system and Lanzhou University portal, upload all scanned documents; no hard copy required.
- 🎯 Admission: preliminary review → college interview → pre-admission → CSC final review → final admission. Results announced by July 15, enrollment in early September.
- 📬 Contact: Wang Shan, Room 703, Students Activity Center, Lanzhou, Gansu, China, interadmission@lzu.edu.cn, Tel: 0931-8914290.
Designation
Fully Funded Scholarship for Master’s and PhD Candidates
Research Area
- Geochemistry
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Physics (Atomic, Molecular, Particle)
- Medicine (Various Specialties)
- Environmental Science
- Economics
- and many more (list of over 70 programs available)
Location
Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
Eligibility/Qualification
- Non-Chinese citizens with good physical and mental health
- Bachelor’s degree for Master’s applicants and Master’s degree for PhD applicants
- Applicants must be under 35 years (Master’s) and 40 years (PhD)
- Excellent academic performance and research capability
- Must not hold any other scholarships
- HSK level 4 or above for Chinese language programs; proficiency in English for English language programs (IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 80 minimum)
Job Description
The scholarship will support students financially while they engage in rigorous academic research and studies in their chosen fields. Recipients will participate in various academic activities and may be involved in projects related to their disciplines.
How to Apply
- Register on the Chinese Government Scholarship website. Choose Type B and use the acceptance institution code: 10730 (Lanzhou University).
- Simultaneously register on the Lanzhou University International Student Online Service System and complete the application form.
- Submit all required documents online.
- Hard copies are optional this year.
Last Date to Apply
28 February 2026
This fully funded scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for international students to advance their academic careers while experiencing education in China. Don’t miss the chance to apply for this prestigious scholarship!
