Applications are now open for the Yunnan University CSC Scholarship 2026 in China, a fully funded opportunity for international students who wish to pursue higher education abroad. Students from all countries are invited to apply for this prestigious scholarship to study Master’s and PhD degree programs in China. This program is designed for high-achieving graduates who aim to access world-class research facilities, internationally recognized academic programs, and long-term academic growth within one of Asia’s fastest-growing education systems.Register now for new programs at MK SCHOLARS

The scholarship is offered by Chinese Government Scholarship under the Type B – High-Level Postgraduate Program, and it is hosted by Yunnan University, one of China’s leading research universities located in China. Established in 1922, Yunnan University is jointly supported by the Chinese Ministry of Education and the Yunnan Provincial People’s Government. The university is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities in China and was placed within the 301–400 range globally according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities in 2025.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

The Yunnan University CSC Scholarship 2026 provides full financial support to selected students, allowing them to focus entirely on their academic and research work. The scholarship benefits include:

·       Full tuition fee coverage for the entire duration of study

·       Free on-campus accommodation provided by the university

·       Monthly living stipend

·       Comprehensive medical insurance coverage

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

·       Applicants must be international students from any country and must not be Chinese nationals.

·       Candidates must possess a valid passport.

·       Applicants should be in good health with a clean academic and legal record.

·       For Master’s programs, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and usually be under 35 years old.

·       For PhD programs, applicants must hold a Master’s degree and usually be under 40 years old.

·       Language requirements must be fulfilled depending on the program:

o   Chinese-taught programs require HSK Level 4 or above.

o   English-taught programs require IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 90, or an equivalent score.

·       Applicants must submit a research proposal or study plan of at least 1,000 words.

·       Two academic recommendation letters from professors or associate professors are required.

·       Applicants must meet the academic admission requirements of Yunnan University for their selected program.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

The scholarship supports postgraduate programs offered at Yunnan University, including:

·       Master’s Degree Programs

·       PhD Degree Programs

These programs cover various academic disciplines offered by the university.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents during the application process:

·       Completed Online Application Form

·       Academic Transcripts

·       Degree Certificates

·       Passport-size Photo

·       Valid Passport Copy

·       Research Proposal or Study Plan

·       Detailed CV/Resume

·       Two Academic Recommendation Letters

·       Non-criminal Record Certificate

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested applicants must open the application link at the bottom of this page to start their application.

1.     University Application

o   Applicants must first apply online through Yunnan University’s international student application system.

o   All required documents should be uploaded for the university’s academic evaluation.

2.     CSC Scholarship Application

o   After passing the university’s evaluation and receiving pre-admission approval, shortlisted candidates must submit a second application through the Chinese Government Scholarship online system.

o   Applicants must select Yunnan University as the host institution under the Type B scholarship category.

Only candidates who successfully complete both application stages will be considered for the final scholarship selection.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

·       University: Yunnan University

·       Degree Level: Master’s, PhD

·       Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded

·       Eligible Nationality: All Nationalities

·       Host Country: China

APPLICATION DEADLINE

13 March 2026.