
Government/University Scholarship
East China Normal University Excellent Freshmen Scholarship
The East China Normal University Excellent Freshmen Scholarship offers financial support for international students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Shanghai
- Scholarship type
- Government/University Scholarship
- Degree level
- Bachelor / Master / PhD
- Location
- Shanghai · Shanghai
- Application deadline
- Date to be confirmed
Overview
The East China Normal University Excellent Freshmen Scholarship offers financial support for international students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Shanghai
Funding coverage
Funding tiers
Eligibility may differ by tier. Check the applicable degree and requirements.
Standard funding
- Eligible degree
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral
- Funding
- Next, follow studyinchina.net to learn about this scholarship’s policies, application requirements and procedures! 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 East China Normal University’s Outstanding International Undergraduate Freshman Scholarship East China Normal University (ECNU) is located in Shanghai, described here as China’s most economically prosperous and modern urban center. A key university directly under the Ministry of Education, ECNU specializes in teaching and research in teacher education, culture and social sciences, and is included in Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. In 2016, East China Normal University established the East China Normal University Excellent Freshmen Scholarship to attract international students with outstanding academic results and potential to pursue undergraduate degrees. The program has funded hundreds of international students and attracted talented students worldwide to study and conduct research at ECNU. Scholarship type University Scholarship Eligible Applicants This scholarship is for undergraduate programs only. Scholarship Coverage The scholarship funds only the first academic year, with an award of RMB 30,000. Payment: RMB 2,500/month for 12 months. Other costs are borne by students. Application Deadline and Enrollment Application deadline: May 31 Enrollment: September Note: the deadline may change with the annual admissions plan. Check the latest admissions notice or contact the university directly. Eligibility for the East China Normal University Excellent Freshmen Scholarship Basic Requirements Non-Chinese nationality and good health; Excellent high school academic performance; Priority for applicants with outstanding results in national or international competitions; Applicants must not concurrently receive another type of scholarship. Age and Educational Qualification Requirements High school graduation and no older than 25. Language requirements A valid HSK Level 5 certificate with at least 180 points is required. Application materials Applicants must prepare the following materials: ECNU International Student Application Form: complete the form through http://lxsapply.ecnu.edu.cn and pay the RMB 800 application fee. Passport (valid for at least six months). Passport-sized photograph. High school graduation certificate or provisional proof of graduation. Academic transcripts. Language proficiency certificate. Scholarship application letter (500–800 Chinese characters, written in Chinese). Guardian guarantee (required for applicants under 18). Foreigner Physical Examination Form, valid for six months. Certificate of no criminal record (valid for six months). Art applicants must provide recent original works. Other materials, if any: award documentation, commendation certificates, research achievements or professional documents. Note: provide originals or notarized Chinese translations of all the above materials. Application Procedure Step 1: Register Online Visit ECNU’s International Education Center website (http://lxs.ecnu.edu.cn), click Online Application, submit the application, pay the fee and upload the required materials. Important Information The university does not accept application materials by fax. Incomplete applications or applications without the fee will not be processed. The application fee is nonrefundable once paid. Paper materials need not be mailed to the university. Step 2: Track Application Status Check application progress and status by email or the university’s international student online registration system. Enter an accurate email address and check it regularly to avoid missing important notices such as interview notifications. Step 3: Receive the Scholarship Result Results can be checked through the online application system or the international college’s official website. Recipients must complete enrollment procedures at the stipulated time and bring original application materials to the university for verification. University Contact Information International Education Center, East China Normal University Address: Room 253, Physics Building, 3663 North Zhongshan Road, Shanghai, China Postal code: 200062 Telephone: +86-21-62232013; +86-21-62238353 Fax: +86-21-62238352 Email: lxs@ecnu.edu.cn As a Chinese economic, cultural and educational center, Shanghai offers a dynamic modern learning environment and access to global career opportunities. Although this ECNU scholarship funds only the first academic year, the RMB 30,000 award (RMB 2,500/month) can help reduce financial pressure and enable students to focus on study and research. Students must plan in detail for later academic years because funding covers only the first year. As a renowned university, ECNU has highly competitive scholarships, requiring thorough application preparation and an excellent academic background. How to Apply Efficiently for the East China Normal University Excellent Freshmen Scholarship If you lack time to research and handle the application, contact Riba, described here as Vietnam’s leading application service for studying in China, for professional advice and support to maximize your chances of admission! Riba Contact Details: Official website: https://riba.vn Hotline: +84 888 666 350 / +84 888 666 152 The above information on the East China Normal University Excellent Freshmen Scholarship was compiled by studyinchina.net, described here as Vietnam’s leading comprehensive information platform for studying in China. Visit Scholarship Search for further scholarship information!
- Tier requirements
- Meets the visa, health and academic requirements for study in China
Requirements & documents
Application dates & process
Review Cycle: As specified in each host university’s admissions brochure
Universities & programs
Universities
About the university
East China Normal University (ECNU), commonly known as Huadong Shida, is a comprehensive research university located in Shanghai, China. It is directly under the Ministry of Education and is jointly supported by the Ministry and the Shanghai Municipal People's Government. Founded on October 16, 1951, ECNU was established on the original site of Daxia University, incorporating departments from Daxia, Guanghua, St. John's, Fudan, Tongji, and Zhejiang universities. In 1959, it was designated as one of the 16 key national universities by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China. In 1972, it merged with Shanghai Normal College and Shanghai Institute of Physical Education to form Shanghai Normal University, but regained its original name in 1980. ECNU was included in the national '211 Project' in 1996, the '985 Project' in 2006, and was selected as a Class A institution in the national 'World-Class Universities' initiative in 2017. Notable scholars such as Hu Shi, Li Linsi, Xu Zhimo, and Huang Yanpei have taught at the university. As of October 2024, ECNU has two campuses, Putuo and Minhang, covering a total area of 207 hectares, with a library collection of over 5.388 million volumes. It comprises 4 faculties, 34 schools and departments, 63 undergraduate programs, 36 first-level doctoral programs, 37 first-level master's programs, 3 second-level master's programs, 36 professional master's programs, 8 professional doctoral programs, and 27 postdoctoral research stations. The university has over 4,200 faculty and staff, more than 15,900 undergraduate students, over 4,000 doctoral students, over 17,000 master's students, and over 2,500 international students (including non-degree students). ECNU's predecessor institutions include Daxia University, founded in 1924 after a student exodus from Xiamen University, and Guanghua University, established in 1925 by Chinese faculty and students leaving St. John's University in protest. These institutions merged to form ECNU, which has since evolved into a leading university in China.
Sources & verification
- Verification
- Not verified
- Verified on
- 2026-09-21
- Last updated
- 2026-09-24
- Source link
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- Source notes
- Compiled from public StudyInChina information (source ID: f0541ee4-919c-4695-b984-9ea271cd7738)
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