Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University) 2027: eligibility, funding, deadline and how to apply

🇨🇳 China · Offered by Yenching Academy of Peking University · For Master's 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: Yenching Academy of Peking University
Degree levels: Master's
Funding: Full fellowship: tuition, accommodation, round-trip airfare, monthly stipend and health insurance.
Deadline: 2027 cohort deadline: 30 Nov 2026, 9:00 a.m. Beijing time.
Expected opening: Open now (since Sep 2026)
Duration: Master's in China Studies, 2 years (some finish in 1.5 years).
Professor contact: Not required to apply.

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About the Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University)

Fully funded master's in China studies at Peking University. Applied for directly.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities, including Pakistan.

Academic requirements

Bachelor's degree in any discipline (or completing one before enrolment). Strong academic record and interest in China studies.

Language requirements

English: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100 or Cambridge C1 Advanced 185+ (tests taken after 1 Sep 2025), unless exempt.

What the scholarship covers

Full fellowship: tuition, accommodation, round-trip airfare, monthly stipend and health insurance.

Tuition: 100% tuition.
Stipend and benefits: Monthly living stipend (amount set by the Academy) plus housing, airfare and insurance.
Duration: Master's in China Studies, 2 years (some finish in 1.5 years).

Deadline and opening date

2027 cohort deadline: 30 Nov 2026, 9:00 a.m. Beijing time.

Expected opening: Open now (since Sep 2026).

Required documents

Online application
Personal statement
Research proposal
CV
Transcripts and degree certificate
Two or three recommendation letters
English test score
Writing sample (if asked)

How to apply

Apply online through the Yenching Academy portal (not CSC); shortlisted candidates are interviewed.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University)?

Open to all nationalities, including Pakistan. Bachelor's degree in any discipline (or completing one before enrolment). Strong academic record and interest in China studies.

What does the Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University) cover?

Full fellowship: tuition, accommodation, round-trip airfare, monthly stipend and health insurance. Monthly living stipend (amount set by the Academy) plus housing, airfare and insurance.

What is the Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University) deadline?

2027 cohort deadline: 30 Nov 2026, 9:00 a.m. Beijing time. Expected opening: Open now (since Sep 2026).

Is IELTS required for the Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University)?

English: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100 or Cambridge C1 Advanced 185+ (tests taken after 1 Sep 2025), unless exempt.

Do I need a supervisor or professor's acceptance for the Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University)?

Not required to apply.

How do I apply for the Yenching Academy Scholarship (Peking University)?