Scholarship in China USTC 2024

Scholarship details

Area of study
All
Country of the Scholarship
China
Scholarship Valid Until (Year)
2024
Type of scholarship
All
Scholarship amount given
9000 - 12000
Type of scholarship administrator
University
Mode of scholarship (Online/Offline)
Offline
Applier's country
All
Expenses covered
All
Scholarship Contact Details
Address: No.96, Jinzhai Road, Hefei, Anhui Province Tel/Fax: 86-551-63603531

Are you seeking a fully funded scholarship to pursue your undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral degree in China? Do you want to study at one of the top research universities in the world? If yes, you should not miss this golden opportunity to apply for the USTC International Scholarship 2024-25 in China.

The USTC International Scholarship is a prestigious program that aims to attract and support outstanding young talents from all over the world to study at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), or institutes of Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) around China. The scholarship covers all the expenses of the selected students, including tuition, accommodation, stipend, health insurance, travel allowance, and visa fee.

The USTC International Scholarship is part of the Alliance of International Science Organizations (ANSO) Scholarship, which was launched in 2019 with the goal of training and cultivating young scientists from all over the world. ANSO is a non-profit, non-governmental international organization founded in 2018 by 37 scientific institutions, universities, and international organizations worldwide. ANSO aims to improve regional and global capacity in science and technology, human livelihoods, and well-being and to promote broader S&T cooperation and communication.

Scholarship Provider

The USTC International Scholarship is mainly sponsored by CAS, the leading founding member of ANSO. CAS is the world’s largest scientific organization, comprising over 100 research institutes, 12 branch academies, two universities, and 11 supporting organizations. CAS is dedicated to excellence in scientific research, technological innovation, and talent cultivation.

TWAS and UNESCO, both founding members of ANSO, provide part of the funding for a sub-category of the USTC International Scholarship: the ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO PhD Scholarship. This sub-category gives special (not exclusive) consideration to two target groups: Least developed countries (LDCs) and women. Up to 50 Ph.D. students from developing countries will be selected by TWAS/UNESCO for this category every year.

Eligible Applicants

The USTC International Scholarship is open to all international students who are not Chinese citizens. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

For the Bachelor’s program, Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be under 30, and have an excellent academic record.
For the Master’s program, Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, be under 35, and have an excellent academic record.
For The program, Applicants must have a master’s degree or equivalent, be under 40, and have an excellent academic record.

Host Country

The USTC International Scholarship is hosted by China, the most populous country in the world and one of the fastest-growing economies. China has a rich and diverse culture, history, and natural beauty. China is also a global leader in science and technology, with many achievements and innovations in various fields. Studying in China will give you the opportunity to experience a different way of life, learn a new language, and make friends from different backgrounds.

Scholarship Worth

The USTC International Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship that covers all the expenses of the selected students, including:

Tuition waiver
Accommodation: Free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy
Monthly stipend: Bachelor’s degree: CNY 2,500 / Month; Master’s degree: CNY 3,000 / Month; Doctoral degree: CNY 3,500 / Month
Health insurance
Application fee waiver
International travel allowance from awardee’s home country to China (one trip per awarded candidate)
One-time visa/residence permit allowance

Level and Field of Study

The USTC International Scholarship supports 200 Master’s students and 300 PhD students every year to pursue postgraduate education at USTC, UCAS or CAS institutes. A wide range of academic fields/majors is available for Master’s and PhD programs, such as:

Physical Sciences
Chemical Sciences
Life Sciences
Earth Sciences
Engineering Sciences
Information Sciences
Mathematical Sciences
Management Sciences
Humanities and Social Sciences

The USTC International Scholarship also supports 200 Bachelor’s students annually to pursue undergraduate education at USTC. The available majors for the Bachelor’s program are:

Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
Computer Science and Technology
Geophysics
Space Science and Technology
Life Sciences
Electronic Science and Technology
Materials Science and Engineering
Nuclear Science and Technology
Environmental Science and Engineering
Optical Engineering
Information and Communication Engineering
Automation
Artificial Intelligence
Software Engineering
Management Science
Public Administration
Economics
Psychology
Statistics
Data Science and Big Data Technology
Financial Engineering
Neuroscience
Microelectronics Science and Engineering
Quantum Information Science and Technology
Biomedical Engineering
Advanced Materials and Devices
Intelligent Manufacturing and Robotics
Energy Science and Engineering
Marine Science and Technology
Earth System Science
Cognitive Science

How to Apply

To apply for the USTC International Scholarship, applicants must follow these steps:

Choose your program and host institution. The available programs and host institutions are available on the official scholarship website.
Complete the online application form. You can access the online application system through the scholarship’s official website. Register with a valid email address, fill in the required information, and upload the supporting documents.
Submit the application form and wait for the result. You can track the progress of your application through the online application system. The result will be announced by the end of June 2024 for the Bachelor’s program and by the end of May 2024 for the Master’s and PhD programs.

Countries that can Apply

The USTC International Scholarship is open to all international students who are not Chinese citizens. There is no restriction on the nationality or region of the applicants. However, special (not exclusive) consideration will be given to applicants from LDCs and women for the ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO PhD Scholarship sub-category.

Eligibility Criteria

The USTC International Scholarship has the following eligibility criteria:

Applicants must be international students who are not Chinese citizens.
Applicants must meet the age limit: under 30 for Bachelor’s program, under 35 for Master’s program, and under 40 for PhD program.
Applicants must meet the academic requirements: have a high school diploma or equivalent for a Bachelor’s program, have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent for a Master’s program, and have a master’s degree or match for a Ph.D. program.
Applicants must have an excellent academic record and research potential.
Applicants must have a good command of English or Chinese language.
Applicants must not hold any other scholarship or funding from the Chinese government or other organizations.