Central South University China International Graduate Scholarships

Central South University’s scholarships described in the graduate admissions guide include multiple funding categories. Some categories provide full scholarship coverage of tuition, on-campus accommodation fees, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend, while others are partial scholarship options that include parts of coverage. The guide also lists MOFCOM Scholarship coverage and a Central South University Scholarship with full and partial options.

Scholarship eligibility is linked to applying as an international graduate applicant: applicants must be excellent non-Chinese citizens with no criminal records and in good health, and must have a strong academic background and innovative research capabilities. For master’s degrees, applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old; for doctorate degrees, applicants should have a master’s degree and be under 40 years old. The guide sets language requirements for Chinese-taught and English-taught programs, with exemptions based on first language or prior study in Chinese or English.

Selection is described through an application process that includes an initial review by the School of International Education, followed by an academic review by relevant schools. Admission results are released via email, and the guide states that the final financial support is subject to the admission notice received. Support categories in the guide specify what is covered, and medical insurance is required for international students; uninsured students cannot register.

• Excellent non-Chinese citizensNo criminal recordsIn good healthStrong academic backgroundInnovative research capabilitiesMaster’s degrees: applicants should have a bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degrees: applicants should be under 35 years oldDoctorate degrees: applicants should have a master’s degreeDoctorate degrees: applicants should be under 40 years oldLanguage eligibility for Chinese-taught programs: minimum HSK4 score of 260 for science and engineering programsLanguage eligibility for Chinese-taught programs: minimum HSK5 score of 200 for arts, social science, and medical programsLanguage eligibility for English-taught programs: minimum IELTS score of 6 or TOEFL score of 85Language exemptions: applicants whose first language or the official language of the country is Chinese or EnglishLanguage exemptions: applicants who have taken a degree program taught in Chinese or EnglishSome programs have their own application requirement, and applicants must be qualified before applyingInternational students must purchase medical insurance while studying in ChinaUninsured students cannot register

• Bilateral Programs (CGS Type A): full scholarship covers tuition, on-campus accommodation fees, medical insurance, and a monthly stipendBilateral Programs (CGS Type A): partial scholarship includes parts of coverageYouth of Excellence Scheme of China Program (CGS Type A): full scholarship covers tuition, on-campus accommodation fees, medical insurance, and a monthly stipendYouth of Excellence Scheme of China Program (CGS Type A): partial scholarship includes parts of coverageHigh-Level Graduates Program (CGS Type B): full scholarship covers tuition, on-campus accommodation fees, medical insurance, and a monthly stipendHigh-Level Graduates Program (CGS Type B): partial scholarship includes parts of coverageSilk Road Program (CGS Type B): full scholarship covers tuition, on-campus accommodation fees, medical insurance, and a monthly stipendSilk Road Program (CGS Type B): partial scholarship includes parts of coverageMOFCOM Scholarship: coverage of tuition, on-campus accommodation, medical insurance; a monthly stipend; and two round-trip international ticketsCentral South University Scholarship: full scholarship covers tuition, on-campus accommodation fees, and a monthly stipendCentral South University Scholarship: partial scholarship includes tuitionSelf-Sponsored: none

1. Online Application: log in to the system of School of International Education, CSU (https://csu.17gz.org/), fill in the application form, and submit it.Initial Review and application fee payment: the School of International Education conducts an initial review of identity, language ability, physical and mental conditions, etc. If the applicant passes the initial review, pay an application fee of CNY 500 on the CSU unified payment platform based on the email instructions (WeChat, Alipay, and UnionPay are available).Application fee timing: complete the application fee payment within two weeks; otherwise, the application cannot continue. If the applicant fails the initial review, no application fee payment is required.Academic Review: relevant schools conduct an academic review to examine academic background, scientific research ability, or innovation potential.Result Release: final admission result is released via email. The guide states that the final financial support is subject to the admission notice received, and the admission notice and visa application form will be sent accordingly.

• Homepage of the passport (over one-year availability) and the latest Chinese visa page (if any)Degree certificate (from undergraduate onwards, notarized Chinese/English document only); doctoral applicants must submit both bachelor’s and master’s certificates; applicants graduating in June must provide a pre-graduation certificate issued by their current schoolsStamped transcripts of bachelor’s degree and master’s degree (if any) (notarized Chinese/English document only)Physical Examination Record (must meet requirements in Physical Examination Record.pdf; incomplete records are invalid)Non-criminal record with an official stamp in Chinese/EnglishValid HSK transcript for Chinese-taught programs and IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programs or other documents to prove language competenceTwo different recommendation letters from professors/associate professors with detailed contactsStudy Plan of no less than 1000 wordsC.V. Letter and video of self-introduction (MP4, within one minute, less than 40MB; Chinese is required if the applicant has HSK certificates)Acceptance Letter for International Students (e.g., Acceptance Letter.docx), published essays, or other supporting materialsStatement of not receiving any scholarships or forms of funding (e.g., Personal Statement.docx)