Shaanxi Government Scholarship 2027: eligibility, funding, deadline and how to apply

🇨🇳 China · Offered by Shaanxi education authorities · For Master's, PhD 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: Shaanxi education authorities
Degree levels: Master's, PhD
Funding: Shaanxi Sanqin Scholarship: CNY 20,000/year (Master's) and CNY 25,000/year (PhD). Xi'an also offers a separate Belt and Road city scholarship.
Deadline: Set by each Shaanxi university; the Sanqin round is usually in autumn for current students.
Expected opening: University notices around Sep each year
Duration: Awarded per year and usually renewed after an annual review, for the normal length of the degree.
Professor contact: Recommended: a professor's support or acceptance letter makes the application stronger.

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About the Shaanxi Government Scholarship

Provincial/municipal scholarship for international students at universities in Shaanxi, usually full or partial (Type A/B). Apply through the host university's international office, often together with admission; a professor's support helps. The provincial education department's website may not open outside China.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Academic requirements

Master's: Bachelor's degree, usually under 35. PhD: Master's degree, usually under 40. Good academic record; admission to a university in the province.

Language requirements

English-taught programmes: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or proof of English-medium study. Chinese-taught: usually HSK 4–5. Set by the host university.

What the scholarship covers

Shaanxi Sanqin Scholarship: CNY 20,000/year (Master's) and CNY 25,000/year (PhD). Xi'an also offers a separate Belt and Road city scholarship.

Tuition: Partial: a fixed annual award.
Stipend and benefits: Shaanxi Sanqin Scholarship: CNY 20,000/year (Master's) and CNY 25,000/year (PhD). Xi'an also offers a separate Belt and Road city scholarship.
Duration: Awarded per year and usually renewed after an annual review, for the normal length of the degree.

Deadline and opening date

Set by each Shaanxi university; the Sanqin round is usually in autumn for current students.

Expected opening: University notices around Sep each year.

Required documents

University online application
Passport
Notarized degree certificate and transcripts
Study/research plan
Two recommendation letters
Foreigner physical examination form
Non-criminal record
Language certificate
Acceptance letter from a supervisor (if the university asks)

How to apply

Apply to a university in Shaanxi and select the Shaanxi government scholarship in its application (or via its international office). The university nominates to the provincial education department.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Shaanxi Government Scholarship?

Non-Chinese citizens in good health (Pakistan qualifies). Usually cannot hold another Chinese government scholarship at the same time. Sanqin is for self-funded full-time students in their second year or above. Master's: Bachelor's degree, usually under 35. PhD: Master's degree, usually under 40. Good academic record; admission to a university in the province.

What does the Shaanxi Government Scholarship cover?

Shaanxi Sanqin Scholarship: CNY 20,000/year (Master's) and CNY 25,000/year (PhD). Xi'an also offers a separate Belt and Road city scholarship. Shaanxi Sanqin Scholarship: CNY 20,000/year (Master's) and CNY 25,000/year (PhD). Xi'an also offers a separate Belt and Road city scholarship.

What is the Shaanxi Government Scholarship deadline?

Set by each Shaanxi university; the Sanqin round is usually in autumn for current students. Expected opening: University notices around Sep each year.

Is IELTS required for the Shaanxi Government Scholarship?

English-taught programmes: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or proof of English-medium study. Chinese-taught: usually HSK 4–5. Set by the host university.

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

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

How do I apply for the Shaanxi Government Scholarship?