Tongji University & Bank of China Global Talent Scholarship

Standard funding

Eligible degree

Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral

Funding

Explore this scholarship in detail with 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 & Bank of China Global Talent Scholarship Tongji University and Bank of China jointly establish the scholarship in response to the Belt and Road Initiative. This program combines Bank of China’s international business strengths with Tongji University’s international education to attract outstanding students from Europe and Belt and Road countries. It promotes cooperation and joint training of globally innovative talent. For international students. Doctoral recipients must complete an academic advisory committee-approved study plan, pass thesis defense and meet Tongji’s doctoral training requirements. Scholarship Categories University Scholarship Eligible Applicants The Tongji University & Bank of China Global Talent Scholarship is only for doctoral study. Scholarship Coverage Tuition waived Free accommodation; off-campus students may receive RMB 3,000 monthly accommodation subsidy. Insurance waived Living allowance: RMB 5,000 per month. Thesis supervision fee: one-time RMB 5,000 paid to the supervisor after the student completes the training plan. International travel subsidy: one-time RMB 12,000 paid to the student after completion. Application and Enrollment Dates Spring enrollment, February–March: apply November 20–December 20 of the preceding year. Autumn enrollment, September: apply March 1–April 20. Application requirements Basic Requirements Non-Chinese nationality and good physical and mental health; No other Chinese Government or Chinese university scholarship funding. Age and Educational Qualification Requirements Age: no older than 40; Education: master’s degree required. Both undergraduate and master’s graduation must be from reputable overseas institutions or Chinese Double First-Class institutions. Academic Performance GPA: at least 3.8/4.0 or 85/100; Excellent research ability and potential, with master’s-stage papers in SCI, EI, SSCI, A&HCI, CSSCI or similar publications, or participation in major research projects. Language Ability Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 5 with at least 180. A Chinese-taught master’s degree allows an HSK exemption with institutional proof. English-taught programs: IELTS or TOEFL certificate valid within two years. Applicants from native-English-speaking countries may be exempt. A strong supervisor recommendation may allow discretionary language exemption by Tongji’s scholarship committee. Application materials Scholarship application form signed by both applicant and supervisor; download the template; Passport copy; Identification photograph; Master’s degree certificate and authentication. Graduating students provide an original graduation certificate issued by their institution and submit the original degree certificate for checking after admission; Academic transcripts; Language certificate; Two recommendation letters from scholars with the rank of associate professor or higher, including contact details; Research plan; Foreigner Physical Examination Form, valid for six months. Applicants in China must provide a valid visa; Application fee payment proof; Other supplementary materials, if any. Note: Other-language documents require notarized Chinese or English translations. Notarial documents must be provided by Chinese diplomatic missions abroad or foreign diplomatic missions in China. Application Procedure Step 1: Obtain Information Visit https://study.tongji.edu.cn/lxsq/xwxm_zwsk.htm. Step 2: Contact a Supervisor Contact a supervisor and complete the scholarship form; Email the form and relevant materials to the supervisor; The supervisor reviews them, records comments and returns the form. Step 3: Online Submission Register at http://study-info.tongji.edu.cn, upload materials and submit. Step 4: University Review The university assesses materials. Step 5: Receive Admission Results Receive the scholarship notification. University Contact Information International 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 scholarship offers outstanding doctoral students an opportunity at a leading Chinese university, with demanding GPA, research experience and publication requirements. Prepare competitive materials and a clear development plan. Need Application Help? If you lack time or resources, contact Riba, described here as Vietnam’s leading Chinese university scholarship application support team. Official website: https://riba.vn Hotline: +84-888-666-350 / +84-888-666-152 Visit studyinchina.net’s scholarship search section for more opportunities.

Tier requirements

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