CSC Type A Scholarship — MOFCOM Scholarship

Standard funding

Eligible degree

Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral

Funding

Join studyinchina.net in exploring eligible applicants, requirements, procedures and scholarship coverage. Note: This scholarship information was updated in 2024 and is for reference. Policies, eligibility and funding may change with university or awarding-body arrangements. Consult the official university website or scholarship administrator for current, accurate information. Introduction to the MOFCOM Scholarship China’s Ministry of Commerce established this Chinese-government-funded academic education program for developing countries in 2008, training high-level talent through English-taught master’s and doctoral courses. Since its establishment, the program has played an important role in economic and trade cooperation and development between China and other countries and received high praise from their governments. To strengthen worldwide exchanges and cooperation and develop more outstanding talent for developing countries, China’s Ministry of Commerce established this special program, generally called the MOFCOM Foreign Aid Advanced Degree Education Program, or MOFCOM Scholarship. Established in 2015, it primarily supports young people from other countries pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in China. The China Scholarship Council organizes and implements recruitment and training plans. Scholarship type Chinese Government Scholarship Eligible Applicants The MOFCOM Scholarship supports these degrees: Master’s Degree Doctoral Degree Scholarship Structure Tuition, teaching materials, research and survey expenses, English-medium instruction subsidies and thesis supervision fees waived; Accommodation waived; Insurance waived; RMB 3,000 for residence-related procedures; Living subsidy: RMB 36,000/year for master’s students and RMB 42,000/year for doctoral students; One round-trip flight for one-year programs; two- to three-year programs provide one round trip plus n−1 home-visit round trips, where n is program duration in years. Notes: Recipients undergo annual assessment to determine funding for the following year. Other funds are administered by MOFCOM or the university and not paid to students. Funding covers only the standard program schedule. Delayed graduation for any reason receives no additional support. Application Deadline and Enrollment Follow notices from the receiving office, the Chinese Economic and Commercial Office in your country, for the exact deadline. Recipients enroll in September. MOFCOM Scholarship Eligibility Basic Requirements Non-Chinese citizens from developing countries; Good physical and mental health; Previous government service at division-director rank or higher, or equivalent, or senior management roles in multiple organizations and enterprises, or a key academic role in a university or research institution; Potential in the proposed field and commitment to promoting exchanges and friendly cooperation between the home country and China; Those already studying in China or receiving another Chinese Government Scholarship may not apply. Education and Age Requirements Master’s applicants need undergraduate education; Doctoral applicants need master’s-level education and at least three years’ work experience; No older than 45; Priority for applicants with a relevant academic background or professional work experience. Language requirements Good English proficiency and ability to study specialist courses fluently in English; reference standard: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL at least 80. Application materials Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form: register through www.campuschina.org and print the form. Passport; Recent photograph; Highest educational qualification certificate; Academic transcripts; Study plan for China; Two recommendation letters, one from the employer and one from a professor or associate professor; Foreigner physical examination form (valid within six months); Certificate of no criminal record, valid within six months; English proficiency evidence; Other materials required by the university. Notes: Submit paper materials to the Chinese Economic and Commercial Office in your country; Materials must be in English or Chinese; other-language materials require notarized translations. Scholarship Application Procedure Step 1: Register Online Register both through https://campuschina.org/ and the university website and upload required materials. Step 2: Submit Paper Materials Notes: Applicants may apply and submit all required materials only after approval by their home country’s embassy in China [as worded in the source]; If the home government permits direct submission to the Chinese embassy, submit originals and electronic materials to the Chinese Economic and Commercial Office in the home country. Office addresses and contacts: http://www.china-aibo.cn/. The office reviews the application and provides a confirmation letter stating whether the applicant accepts a university and major assigned by the scholarship committee if not admitted to the first-choice university. Step 3: Material Review Assessment considers professional standards, academic results and language ability. The scholarship committee determines the university according to actual circumstances. Step 4: Receive the Scholarship Result Important Notes All materials must be in English or Chinese; other-language materials require notarized English or Chinese translations; In addition to copies, provide all originals for verification by the Chinese embassy in your country; Materials, including originals and copies, are returned after office verification. Bring them to China after admission and submit them to the designated university department for review and archiving. Recipients may not bring spouses or children to China for their study. The scholarship does not cover spouses’ or children’s expenses. Choose one preferred major and three preferred universities from 26 designated institutions. The committee determines the suitable university according to the applicant’s circumstances and training plan. How to Improve Your Chances of Receiving the MOFCOM Scholarship If you lack time to research and handle this or another CSC scholarship application, contact RIBA International Cooperation Co., Ltd. for professional advice and support to maximize your chances of success! RIBA Contact Information: Facebook: Du học Trung Quốc Riba.vn Website: https://riba.vn Hotline: 0888 666 350 Hotline: 0888 666 152 The above information on CSC Category A—MOFCOM Foreign Aid Advanced Degree Education Program was compiled by studyinchina.net. Visit Scholarship Search to explore further scholarship types.

Tier requirements

Meets the visa, health and academic requirements for study in China