Tongji University International PhD Scholarship

Government/University Scholarship

Tongji University International PhD Scholarship

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Study in Shanghai with the Tongji University PhD Scholarship that offers opportunities to study and research at one of China’s top universities.

TuitionAccommodationMedical insurance
Scholarship type
Government/University Scholarship
Degree level
Bachelor / Master / PhD
Location
Shanghai · Shanghai
Application deadline
Date to be confirmed

Overview

Study in Shanghai with the Tongji University PhD Scholarship that offers opportunities to study and research at one of China’s top universities.

Funding coverage

Scholarship TypeGovernment/University Scholarship
UniversityTongji University
ProvinceShanghai
TuitionCovered
AccommodationCovered
Medical InsuranceCovered
Subsidy StandardThe source describes the Tongji University International Doctoral Scholarship as a high-level scholarship with excellent benefits for international doctoral students. studyinchina.net presents details for applicants interested in doctoral research at Tongji. Note: this scholarship information was updated in 2024 and is for reference only. Policies, eligibility requirements and funding may change according to the university or awarding institution. For current, accurate information, consult the university website or contact the scholarship administrator. Scholarship overview Tongji University in Shanghai is a key university directly administered by China's Ministry of Education, participating in Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. To promote China's high-level education brand and build… [source ends here]
Coverage ScopeThe source describes the Tongji University International Doctoral Scholarship as a high-level scholarship with excellent benefits for international doctoral students. studyinchina.net presents details for applicants interested in doctoral research at Tongji. Note: this scholarship information was updated in 2024 and is for reference only. Policies, eligibility requirements and funding may change according to the university or awarding institution. For current, accurate information, consult the university website or contact the scholarship administrator. Scholarship overview Tongji University in Shanghai is a key university directly administered by China's Ministry of Education, participating in Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. To promote China's high-level education brand and build… [source ends here]
Application Linkhttps://studyinchina.net/cn/hoc-bong/hoc-bong-tien-si-dai-hoc-dong-te

Funding tiers

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

Standard funding

Eligible degree
Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral
Funding
Tongji University’s International PhD Scholarship offers substantial benefits for international doctoral students. Explore details compiled by studyinchina.net. 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 Tongji University International PhD Scholarship Located in Shanghai, Tongji is a major university directly under the Ministry of Education, participating in Projects 985, 211 and Double First-Class development. The university establishes this scholarship to build a leading Chinese higher-education brand and world-class institution, attract globally minded doctoral talent and prepare them for advanced research. Recipients must complete an academic committee-approved plan, write and complete a thesis and meet other Tongji training requirements. No major restrictions; qualified applicants meeting the relevant language requirements may apply. Scholarship type University Scholarship Eligible Applicants For doctoral applicants. Scholarship Coverage Full tuition waiver Free accommodation Insurance provided Monthly living allowance: RMB 5,000 Notes: Funding duration matches the standard study period in the admission plan. Annual review is mandatory; failure suspends eligibility. Application Deadline and Enrollment Application period: March 1–April 20, subject to the annual plan. Consult current notices or contact the university. Recipients enroll in September. Eligibility Basic Requirements Non-Chinese nationality and good physical and mental health. Good character and no criminal record. Compliance with Chinese laws and Tongji rules. Do not hold another scholarship concurrently. Age and Education Meet the following: Master’s degree, solid research background, ability to complete doctoral research and potential for research and teaching. No older than 40. Both undergraduate and master’s graduation from internationally renowned institutions or Chinese Double First-Class institutions. Excellent results, GPA at least 85/100 or 3.8/4. Strong research ability and potential: during master’s study, at least one first-author paper or at least two second-author papers in SCI, EI, SSCI, A&HCI, CSSCI or equivalent publications. Language requirements Chinese-taught applicants require HSK Level 5, minimum 180. A Chinese-taught master’s degree allows exemption with institutional proof. English-taught applicants require IELTS or TOEFL valid within two years. Those from English-speaking countries or with English-taught master’s degrees may provide evidence for exemption. Application materials Required Materials: Scholarship form signed by both applicant and supervisor. Passport. Identification photograph. Foreigner Physical Examination Form, valid for six months. Certificate of no criminal record, valid for six months. Master’s degree certificate. Master’s transcripts. Language proficiency evidence. Two recommendation letters from professors, associate professors or scholars with equivalent titles, including contact details. Fee payment proof for bank transfers; online-system payment requires no separate proof. Other supporting evidence, such as acceptance letters, awards, research achievements or admission notices from other universities. Notes: All materials must be in Chinese or English; other languages require notarized translations. Supplementary materials may be requested. Upload all materials through the system, ensuring authenticity and completeness; use Supplementary Materials if no corresponding field exists. Application Procedure Consult program and admission information at https://study.tongji.edu.cn/lxsq/xwxm_zwsk.htm. Contact a supervisor in the relevant field, complete the form and email it with other materials. The supervisor reviews it and returns an assessment form. Register at http://study-info.tongji.edu.cn, complete information and upload materials. The university reviews materials and may require supplements or an entrance examination/interview. Receive results. Important Notes Academic schools organize scholarship assessment. Check online status regularly; missed notices may delay the application. After approval, status becomes Pending Enrollment. Admission notices and other documents are mailed within two weeks after enrollment, as stated in the source. Contact details International Student Admissions Office, Tongji University Address: Room 705, Zhonghe Building, Tongji University, 1239 Siping Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, China Postal code: 200092 Hotline: +86-21-65983611 Contact: Teacher Wang Email: 22077@tongji.edu.cn Telephone: +86-21-65988388 This full-funding scholarship includes tuition, accommodation, insurance and RMB 5,000 monthly living allowance, with demanding academic and research standards for applicants demonstrating strong potential and achievements. Review requirements carefully and prepare complete, competitive materials. Application Assistance If you lack time, contact Riba, described here as Vietnam’s leading Chinese scholarship support agency, for professional help. Contact Riba: Official website: https://riba.vn Hotline: +84-888-666-350 / +84-888-666-152 Compiled by studyinchina.net. Explore the scholarship search section for further opportunities.
Tier requirements
Meets the visa, health and academic requirements for study in China

Requirements & documents

Application RequirementsNon-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health who meet the admitting university’s specific standards
Major RestrictionsSee the specific admissions major directory
GPAExcellent academic performance
Language RequirementsHSK Level 5 or above
Teaching LanguageHSK exemption for programs taught entirely in English
Required MaterialsPassport copy, highest qualification certificate and transcripts, study plan, recommendations, medical examination form, certificate of no criminal record
Source NotesCompiled from public StudyInChina information (source ID: 31058811-1650-463b-8ed7-d289e911a018)

Application dates & process

Review Cycle: As specified in each host university’s admissions brochure

Universities & programs

Universities

About the university

Tongji University, located in Shanghai, is a national key university directly under the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China and jointly built with the Shanghai Municipal Government. It is one of the earliest national universities in China and is a central-government-administered university. It is ranked as a Class A institution in the national "Double First-Class" initiative, a member of the "985 Project" and "211 Project" key construction universities, a Class A university in the national World-Class University construction, and one of the first batch of national demonstration universities for deepening innovation and entrepreneurship education reform. It is also included in the Everest Plan, the Excellent Engineer Education and Training Plan, and the Excellent Doctor Education and Training Plan. The university originated from the Tongji German Medical School founded in 1907 by German doctor Erich Paulun with support from the Chinese and German governments and various sectors of society. It was officially named Tongji University in 1923, became a national university in 1927, relocated six times after the outbreak of the Anti-Japanese War in 1937, moved back to Shanghai in 1946, merged with Shanghai Urban Construction College and Shanghai Institute of Building Materials in 1996 and was listed as a "211 Project" university, merged with Shanghai Railway University in 2000 to form the new Tongji University, was listed as a "985 Project" university in 2002, and had Shanghai Aviation Industry School placed under its management in 2003. It became a central-government-administered university in 2004. As of December 2025, the university has four campuses: Siping Road, Jiading, Huxi, and Hubei, covering an area of approximately 2.75 square kilometers, with a total building area of about 2.25 million square meters and a library collection of approximately 4.79 million volumes. It has 35 postdoctoral research stations, 42 first-level doctoral degree authorization points, 12 professional doctoral degree authorization categories, 49 first-level master's degree authorization points, and 30 professional master's degree authorization categories. It has 34 professional colleges, 12 affiliated hospitals, and offers 69 undergraduate programs. The university has 3,206 full-time faculty members, 18,920 full-time undergraduate students, 12,713 master's students, 9,942 doctoral students, and 4,426 international students. In 1893, German doctor Erich Paulun came to Shanghai and opened a clinic near the German Consulate General. Later, he and several German doctors in Shanghai established the "German Medical Association." During the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance, Germany shipped a large amount of medical equipment and hired the renowned Dr. Paulun to help set up a hospital for wounded soldiers in Shanghai. When the German troops returned home, they donated all the medical equipment from the hospital to Paulun in gratitude. In 1900, with the support of German Consul General Wilhelm Knappe in Shanghai, Paulun opened a 20-bed hospital on Xinma Road near Zhangjiabang. Funded by both Chinese and German sides, it was named "Tongji Hospital," with Paulun as its director. In early 1904, Knappe held talks in Berlin with representatives of the German Foreign Office, the Prussian Ministry of Culture, and the head of the Oriental Language Department at the University of Berlin. During the discussions on promoting German education policy in China, Knappe proposed a plan to establish a German medical school in Shanghai. In 1905, the German Foreign Office and the Prussian Ministry of Culture reached a consensus on establishing a German medical school in Shanghai; Althoff, the head of the Education Department of the Prussian Ministry of Culture, established the "Koppel Foundation for Promoting German-Foreign Intellectual and Cultural Relations." In March 1907, the Koppel Foundation, the Committee for Promoting German Cultural Work in China, the Shanghai German Medical Association, and Tongji Hospital signed an agreement in Berlin, drafted by the Prussian Ministry of Culture, on establishing a German medical school in Shanghai. On June 3, the board of directors of the "German Medical School" was formally established, consisting of 18 members. On October 1, the school held its opening ceremony and was named "German Medical School," with its campus located in three Western-style buildings at 23-25 Baike Road (now Fengyang Road), opposite Tongji Hospital.

Sources & verification

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2026-09-21
Last updated
2026-09-24
Source notes
Compiled from public StudyInChina information (source ID: 31058811-1650-463b-8ed7-d289e911a018)

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