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China-ASEAN Young Leaders Scholarship Application Guide

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**Part I: Introduction to the China-ASEAN Young Leaders Scholarship** To enhance mutual understanding and friendship between the people of China and ASEAN countries, and in response to the call of Chinese and ASEAN leaders to strengthen people-to-people exchanges and educational cooperation, the Chinese government has established the China-ASEAN Young Leaders Scholarship. This initiative aims to further consolidate the people-to-people pillar of China-ASEAN relations and build a closer community with a shared future. The China-ASEAN Young Leaders Scholarship is specifically designed for young professionals from ASEAN member states with work experience. The program is funded by the Chinese government through the China-ASEAN Cooperation Fund. The scholarship supports citizens of ASEAN member states to pursue master's or doctoral degrees in China, engage in short-term advanced studies, or participate in short-term group study programs. It provides full funding for the recipients' study

TuitionAccommodationMedical insurance
Scholarship type
Chinese Government Scholarship
Degree level
Bachelor / Master / PhD / Visiting Students
Location
Details pending
Application deadline
Date to be confirmed

Overview

**Part I: Introduction to the China-ASEAN Young Leaders Scholarship**

To enhance mutual understanding and friendship between the people of China and ASEAN countries

and in response to the call of Chinese and ASEAN leaders to strengthen people-to-people exchanges and educational cooperation

the Chinese government has established the China-ASEAN Young Leaders Scholarship. This initiative aims to further consolidate the people-to-people pillar of China-ASEAN relations and build a closer community with a shared future.

The China-ASEAN Young Leaders Scholarship is specifically designed for young professionals from ASEAN member states with work experience. The program is funded by the Chinese government through the China-ASEAN Cooperation Fund.

The scholarship supports citizens of ASEAN member states to pursue master's or doctoral degrees in China

Funding coverage

Scholarship TypeChinese Government Scholarship
TuitionCovered
AccommodationCovered
Medical InsuranceCovered
Subsidy Standardand Annual Review** Full scholarship covering tuition, accommodation, living expenses, international travel, a one-time settlement allowance and comprehensive insurance. **Annual review: CSC and the admitting institution assess recipients’ study performance each year to determine continued eligibility. Failure results in expulsion from the institution or cancellation of scholarship eligibility.** **
Coverage Scopeand Annual Review** Full scholarship covering tuition, accommodation, living expenses, international travel, a one-time settlement allowance and comprehensive insurance. **Annual review: CSC and the admitting institution assess recipients’ study performance each year to determine continued eligibility. Failure results in expulsion from the institution or cancellation of scholarship eligibility.** **
Application Linkhttps://www.campuschina.org/zh/content/details1003_380288.html

Funding tiers

Eligibility may differ by tier. Check the applicable degree and requirements.

Full funding

Eligible degree
Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, Visiting students
Funding
and Annual Review** Full scholarship covering tuition, accommodation, living expenses, international travel, a one-time settlement allowance and comprehensive insurance. **Annual review: CSC and the admitting institution assess recipients’ study performance each year to determine continued eligibility. Failure results in expulsion from the institution or cancellation of scholarship eligibility.** **
Tier requirements
** 1. Non-Chinese citizens of ASEAN member states:**Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam**. 2. Good physical and mental health. 3. Interest/positive attitude toward China and Chinese culture. 4. Education/age: ●Master’s: bachelor’s degree, no older than 45; ●Doctoral: master’s degree, no older than 45; ●Visiting: bachelor’s degree or above; 5. At least1 year’s work in government, public/private institution, university, think tank or similar organization; 6. China work/study, China exchange or China-ASEAN relations experience preferred. 7. Proficient English, e.g.IELTS6.0 or TOEFL≥80 8. No concurrent other Chinese Government Scholarship. 9. Other major-specific entry conditions. **V. Application process** 1. Apply through [http://www.campuschina.org](http://www.campuschina.org/), enter CSC system, complete information and submit [source ends here]

Requirements & documents

Application Requirements** 1. Non-Chinese citizens of ASEAN member states:**Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam**. 2. Good physical and mental health. 3. Interest/positive attitude toward China and Chinese culture. 4. Education/age: ●Master’s: bachelor’s degree, no older than 45; ●Doctoral: master’s degree, no older than 45; ●Visiting: bachelor’s degree or above; 5. At least1 year’s work in government, public/private institution, university, think tank or similar organization; 6. China work/study, China exchange or China-ASEAN relations experience preferred. 7. Proficient English, e.g.IELTS6.0 or TOEFL≥80 8. No concurrent other Chinese Government Scholarship. 9. Other major-specific entry conditions. **V. Application process** 1. Apply through [http://www.campuschina.org](http://www.campuschina.org/), enter CSC system, complete information and submit [source ends here]
GPAExcellent academic performance
Language RequirementsChinese or English results according to the language of instruction
Teaching LanguageEnglish-taught programs are exempt from HSK; TOEFL / IELTS or proof of English-medium instruction is required
Required Materialsand submit the application online. [The source begins mid-sentence.]; 2. Prepare materials according to the checklist and submit paper copies within the prescribed period to the competent authority in the home country or the ASEAN University Network Secretariat. These authorities and the secretariat review eligibility and submit national nominees to the Joint Committee in Jakarta, which selects final nominees; 3. The China Scholarship Council accepts only applications from nominees recommended by the Joint Committee in Jakarta, not individual applications. It may make necessary adjustments to applicants’ intended institutions. **VI. Materials** Provide authentic, valid documents as required by the scholarship information system and upload clear scans. Materials failing these requirements affect admission outcomes. When applying through the home country’s competent authority or the ASEAN University Network Secretariat, follow their material requirements. **VII. Participating Institutions and Majors** The China–ASEAN Elite Scholarship is currently implemented by 33 Chinese institutions, listed in the attachment. Choose one to three preferences among the designated Chinese institutions. The China Scholarship Council arranges admission according to institution and major preferences. **VIII. Admission and Notification** 1. The council forwards approved applications to preferred institutions for admission. It may adjust selected institutions and majors according to funding requirements, host capacity, program duration requirements and applicant qualifications. Universities determine admission results; 2. Before July 31, the council notifies candidates of scholarship results. Admitting institutions issue the Admission Notice and Confirmation Form for Study in China (JW201); 3. After arriving in China, recipients may not, in principle, request changes to the institution, major or study duration specified in the Admission Notice; 4. Scholarship eligibility is not retained for those unable to come to China within the admission period. **Note: Ensure the Current Contact Information in the scholarship information system is accurate, complete and valid.** **IX. Changes to Institution, Major or Study Duration** In principle, recipients may not change their institution, major or study duration after arriving in China. Special cases must be submitted to the China Scholarship Council and approved by the Joint Committee in Jakarta before any change. **X. Admission Timeline** | Early January–March | Consult the home country’s Ministry of Education dispatching agency, complete the online application and submit the application. | | --- | --- | | March–April | The home country’s education authority submits nominees and materials to the Joint Committee in Jakarta for review. | | May–June | The China Scholarship Council arranges admission at participating institutions. | | End of July | After confirmation by the Joint Committee in Jakarta, the council notifies candidates and sends admission materials. | | August | Recipients receive documents and complete formalities for coming to China. | | September | Recipients report to their institutions. | **
Sourcehttps://www.campuschina.org/zh/content/details1003_380288.html
Source NotesCampusChina official guide (program code: 380288)

Application dates & process

Review Cycle: Joint review by the China Scholarship Council and host university takes approximately 6–8 weeks

Universities & programs

Eligible universities and programs have not been provided yet.

Sources & verification

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2026-05-10
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2026-09-24
Source notes
CampusChina official guide (program code: 380288)

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