The Central South University Scholarship for 2025–2026 in China is open for applications. Applications for the 2024 CSU Scholarship are open to students worldwide. It is strongly advised that all international students who wish to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree in China apply for the prize. All costs will be covered by the fully funded CSU scholarship.
Students at Central South University have access to almost every academic field and major. In China, this is the best chance for students of all nationalities to realize their aspirations.
Located in Changsha, Hunan, in the country’s center south, the Center South Institution (CSU) is a Chinese national institution. Central South University has 12,000 graduate students and over 33,000 full-time undergraduate students. Approximately 1,000 international students make up the whole student body at CSU. The ratio of teachers to students is roughly 1:8.
Details of Central South University Scholarship 2025:
| University: | Central South University |
| Degree level: | Masters, PhD |
| Scholarship coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Award country: | China |
| Last Date: | 31 May 2025 |
Financial Benefits:
International students can apply for partial and full scholarships at Central South University Scholarship 2025–2026 in China. The following costs will be covered by the award:
Full scholarship:
- Full Tuition Fee
- Accommodation at the Campus
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance
- Monthly Stipend
Partial scholarship:
- Full Tuition Fee
- Accommodation at the Campus
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance
Scholarship Duration:
- Master Program: 3 years
- Doctorate Program: 4 years.
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Eligibility Criteria:
General Requirements:
- Candidates must be in good health, have no criminal history, and be outstanding non-Chinese citizens.
Age Requirements:
- Candidates for master’s degrees must be between the ages of 18 and 35 and hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
- Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 40 and hold a Master’s degree or its equivalent in order to be considered for a doctorate.
Language Proficiency:
- Chinese-Taught Programs:
- A minimum score of 260 in HSK4 is required for non-medical programs.
- A minimum score of 200 in HSK4 is required for medical programs.
- English-Taught Programs:
- A minimum IELTS score of 6 or a TOEFL score of 85 is necessary.
- Before their program begins, applicants who are unable to achieve the language requirement might have to complete a year-long Chinese language preparatory course and pass the necessary tests.
- Exemption: Candidates who fulfill certain requirements might not need to demonstrate their language skills.
Postgraduate Requirements:
- Candidates for postgraduate studies must possess both creative research skills and a solid academic foundation.
Program-Specific Requirements:
- Prior to applying, candidates may need to fulfill certain entrance requirements for certain programs. The 2025 Program Catalog has more information.
Documents Required:
- A printed application form with the applicant’s name signed has been downloaded from the CSU China International Student Service System.
- passport photocopy (available for more than a year)
- A photocopy of the physical check for foreigners. Candidates must be rigorously examined in compliance with the Foreigners Physical Examination Sheet requirements. A form that is incomplete is considered invalid. This test will take place after October 1, 2024.
- Highest graduation certificate photocopy (or notarized copy). The pre-graduation certificate from the school is necessary if the candidate is enrolled in classes at the moment.
- The highest degree transcript (or notarized copies)
- official stamp on a non-criminal record. It will be issued after October 1, 2024.
- HSK4 transcripts for Chinese-taught programs, IELTS/TOEFL results for English-taught programs, or other records attesting to your language proficiency.
- A photocopy of the application fee remittance bill (RMB 500 or USD 90).
- A personal declaration stating that the student has no additional funding from other sources.
- Two distinct recommendation letters from professors or associate professors with specific contact information (issued after October 1, 2024, only for master’s and doctoral degrees)
- 800-word minimum study plan (only for master’s and doctoral degrees; explain your research history, methodology, substance, and significance, etc.)
- letter of acceptance from CSU instructors (only for master’s and doctoral degrees)
- essays that have been published or any other supplementary materials.
How to Apply
Conclusion:
The Central South University Scholarship for 2025–2026 offers a great opportunity for international students to pursue a master’s or PhD in China with full financial support. Whether you are applying for a Chinese-taught or English-taught program, this scholarship provides comprehensive coverage, including tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend. Candidates interested in advancing their studies in a prestigious Chinese institution are encouraged to apply before the deadline on May 31, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the eligibility criteria for the CSU Scholarship?
Applicants must not be Chinese nationals, be in excellent health, and be between the ages of 18 and 35 for master’s degree applicants and 18 and 40 for doctoral candidates. An HSK score for programs taught in Chinese or an IELTS/TOEFL score for programs taught in English are examples of language competency requirements.
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How long is the scholarship duration?
The scholarship duration is 3 years for the master’s program and 4 years for the PhD program.
