Chinese Government Scholarship — Great Wall Program 2027: eligibility, funding, deadline and how to apply

🇨🇳 China · Offered by China Scholarship Council / UNESCO · For Master's, PhD, Other applicants.

Updated 10 November 2026 · Researched from the sources listed at the end. Confirm current details on the official website before you apply.

Country: 🇨🇳 China
Provider: China Scholarship Council / UNESCO
Degree levels: Master's, PhD, Other
Funding: Full scholarship: tuition waiver, accommodation, monthly stipend and comprehensive medical insurance.
Deadline: 2026–2027 call closed 23 Jan 2026. The 2027–2028 call is expected around Dec 2026 with a deadline in late Jan 2027 (based on the yearly pattern).
Expected opening: Expected Dec 2026 (UNESCO call)
Duration: Up to one academic year (Sep–Jul), non-degree.
Professor contact: Recommended: a professor's support or acceptance letter makes the application stronger.

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About the Chinese Government Scholarship

CSC program awarded through UNESCO to developing countries, mainly for general and senior scholars. Apply via the UNESCO national commission.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Academic requirements

General scholars: Bachelor's degree, under 45. Senior scholars: Master's degree or associate professor, under 50. Programme is for research/visiting study (non-degree), not a full degree.

Language requirements

English or Chinese, as required by the host university.

What the scholarship covers

Full scholarship: tuition waiver, accommodation, monthly stipend and comprehensive medical insurance.

Tuition: 100% tuition waiver.
Stipend and benefits: About CNY 3,000/month (general scholars) and CNY 3,500/month (senior scholars); older figures, check the current call.
Duration: Up to one academic year (Sep–Jul), non-degree.

Deadline and opening date

2026–2027 call closed 23 Jan 2026. The 2027–2028 call is expected around Dec 2026 with a deadline in late Jan 2027 (based on the yearly pattern).

Expected opening: Expected Dec 2026 (UNESCO call).

Required documents

CSC online application form (Great Wall agency number)
UNESCO fellowship application form
Passport
Highest degree certificate and transcripts
Study/research plan
Two recommendation letters
Foreigner physical examination form
Admission letter from the host university (if available)

How to apply

Submit through your National Commission for UNESCO (PNCU in Pakistan), which nominates to UNESCO, and complete the CSC online application.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship?

Citizens of developing countries other than China, nominated through UNESCO and their National Commission for UNESCO. In Pakistan the call is circulated by the Pakistan National Commission for UNESCO (PNCU). General scholars: Bachelor's degree, under 45. Senior scholars: Master's degree or associate professor, under 50. Programme is for research/visiting study (non-degree), not a full degree.

What does the Chinese Government Scholarship cover?

Full scholarship: tuition waiver, accommodation, monthly stipend and comprehensive medical insurance. About CNY 3,000/month (general scholars) and CNY 3,500/month (senior scholars); older figures, check the current call.

What is the Chinese Government Scholarship deadline?

2026–2027 call closed 23 Jan 2026. The 2027–2028 call is expected around Dec 2026 with a deadline in late Jan 2027 (based on the yearly pattern). Expected opening: Expected Dec 2026 (UNESCO call).

Is IELTS required for the Chinese Government Scholarship?

English or Chinese, as required by the host university.

Do I need a supervisor or professor's acceptance for the Chinese Government Scholarship?

Recommended: a professor's support or acceptance letter makes the application stronger.

How do I apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship?