The Zhejiang University Scholarships 2027 support international students pursuing undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programmes in Hangzhou, China. The strongest funding route is the Chinese Government Scholarship, which can cover full tuition fees, university accommodation or a housing allowance, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly stipend of up to CNY 3,500 for doctoral students. Zhejiang University also participates in the fully funded Youth of Excellence Scheme for selected English-taught master’s programmes, while the Zhejiang Government Scholarship provides postgraduate students with CNY 30,000 for one academic year. These scholarships have different application routes: CSC Type B applicants submit applications through both Zhejiang University and the China Scholarship Council, Type A applicants apply through an embassy or national nominating authority, and provincial scholarship applicants upload the relevant form with their university application.
In this article, we have explained everything you need to know about the Zhejiang University Scholarships, including their benefits, eligibility criteria, required documents, and a step-by-step application process to help you apply successfully.
The most valuable scholarships covered in this guide are:
- Chinese Government Scholarship – Type B
- Chinese Government Scholarship – Type A
- Chinese Government Scholarship – Youth of Excellence Scheme
- Zhejiang Government Scholarship
CSC Type B is available for full-time master’s and PhD study, while Type A can support undergraduate and postgraduate applicants when Zhejiang University is available through the applicant’s national nominating authority. At the undergraduate level, ZJU currently limits the Chinese Government Scholarship and Zhejiang Government Scholarship routes to Chinese-taught programmes.
Zhejiang University Scholarships Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate / Master’s / PhD
- Institution: Zhejiang University
- Study Destination: Hangzhou, China
- Courses Offered: Eligible Chinese-taught and English-taught programmes offered by Zhejiang University
- Undergraduate Program Period: Four to six years
- Graduate Program Period: According to the selected master’s or doctoral programme
Zhejiang University offers undergraduate programmes across philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management, art, and interdisciplinary studies. Most undergraduate programmes are taught in Chinese, although selected English-taught options are available. Its master’s and doctoral catalogues include Chinese- and English-taught programmes across the university’s schools, colleges, and international campuses.
Zhejiang University Scholarships Application Deadline
Zhejiang University has not yet published the official application guide or scholarship deadlines for students commencing in September 2027. However, the general pattern for deadlines is as follows:
| Scholarship | Latest Confirmed Deadline |
|---|---|
| Chinese Government Scholarship Type B | December 31 |
| Chinese Government Scholarship Type A | Determined by the embassy or national nominating authority |
| Youth of Excellence Scheme | February 28 |
| Zhejiang Government Scholarship | February 28 |
| China-ASEAN Oceanic Scholarship | May 31 |
| ZIBS Hai Scholarship | May 31 |
| International School of Medicine Master’s Scholarship | May 31 |
The general undergraduate application period in the latest cycle ran from December to February, although selected programmes accepted applications until May 31. General master’s and doctoral deadlines differed according to the programme and source of funding.
Applicants for 2027 should begin preparing during the second half of 2026 but must wait for Zhejiang University to publish the new application guide before treating any date as final. The previous Type B deadline of December 31 shows why applicants seeking full CSC funding should prepare considerably earlier than students applying for admission without that scholarship.
Type A deadlines are not controlled by Zhejiang University. Applicants must follow the schedule issued by the Chinese embassy, consulate, education ministry, or other dispatching authority in their country. They may also need to complete a separate Zhejiang University admission application within the university’s own application period.
Zhejiang University Scholarship Coverage
Chinese Government Scholarship Type B
The Chinese Government Scholarship Type B, officially called the Chinese University Program, is Zhejiang University’s main fully funded scholarship for international postgraduate students.
It provides:
- Full tuition-fee waiver
- Free university accommodation or an accommodation allowance
- Monthly living stipend
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Funding for the approved duration of the master’s or PhD programme
Under the standard Chinese Government Scholarship funding structure, master’s students receive CNY 3,000 per month and doctoral students receive CNY 3,500 per month. Comprehensive medical insurance is normally valued at CNY 800 per year.
The scholarship does not normally include international airfare. Applicants should budget for flights, visa-related expenses, document authentication, medical examinations, and other costs unless their national government or another sponsor provides additional support.
The Zhejiang University agency number for CSC Type B is:
10335
Applicants must select Type B in the CSC online system and submit separate applications through the CSC and Zhejiang University portals.
Chinese Government Scholarship Type A
The Chinese Government Scholarship Type A, also called the Bilateral Program, is administered through Chinese embassies, national education ministries, and other authorised nominating organisations.
Depending on the award issued by the nominating authority, it may provide either a full or partial scholarship.
A full Type A scholarship generally includes:
- Full tuition fees
- University accommodation or a housing subsidy
- Monthly stipend
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Possible Chinese-language preparatory study where applicable
The standard monthly stipend is CNY 2,500 for undergraduate students, CNY 3,000 for master’s students, and CNY 3,500 for doctoral students. A partial scholarship may provide tuition funding without all the other benefits.
At Zhejiang University, undergraduate Type A funding is currently available only for Chinese-taught programmes. Applicants must apply through the dispatching authority in their country and select Zhejiang University as their first-choice institution.
Type A is also available for eligible master’s and doctoral programmes. The embassy or nominating authority determines the deadline, required number of university choices, document-submission method, and whether a Zhejiang University pre-admission document is required.
Youth of Excellence Scheme of China
The Youth of Excellence Scheme of China is a fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship for experienced professionals applying for selected English-taught master’s programmes.
The latest Zhejiang University scheme included:
- Master’s in Energy and Power Engineering
- Master’s in China Studies
- Master’s in Chinese Economy
The scholarship provides:
- Full tuition-fee waiver
- Free university accommodation
- Monthly stipend at the applicable Chinese Government Scholarship rate
- Comprehensive medical insurance
The China Studies programme lasts one year. The Energy and Power Engineering and Chinese Economy programmes use a two-year “1+1” structure: students spend the first year completing coursework and research at Zhejiang University, then return to their home country to complete the thesis during the second year.
This scholarship is not intended for recent graduates without substantial experience. Applicants must normally hold at least a bachelor’s degree, have at least three years of work experience, and belong to an eligible professional category such as a government official, senior manager, university administrator, or professional with relevant international-organisation experience.
Zhejiang Government Scholarship
The Zhejiang Government Scholarship supports academically strong international students admitted to Zhejiang University.
For new postgraduate students, the latest confirmed award provides:
- CNY 30,000
- Funding for one academic year
- The opportunity to reapply in a later year following excellent academic performance
This scholarship does not automatically cover the entire tuition fee or provide a separate monthly stipend, accommodation allowance, airfare, or insurance. Its practical contribution depends on the tuition fee and living costs associated with the selected programme.
Applicants cannot receive the Zhejiang Government Scholarship at the same time as another scholarship. Selection considers academic results, research potential, language proficiency, and performance during the university’s video interview.
Zhejiang University also lists the Zhejiang Government Scholarship for international undergraduate applicants, but the undergraduate route is restricted to Chinese-taught programmes. Applicants should check the 2027 undergraduate scholarship notice for the confirmed award value and conditions.
Eligibility Criteria for Zhejiang University Scholarships
Applicants must first meet the admission requirements for their selected undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral programme. Scholarship eligibility is then assessed according to the particular funding scheme.
Undergraduate Eligibility
International undergraduate applicants must:
- Be non-Chinese citizens holding ordinary foreign passports
- Be under 25 years old
- Have completed senior secondary school or hold an expected graduation certificate
- Be in good physical and mental health
- Meet the language requirements of the selected programme
- Submit a valid China Scholastic Competency Assessment report
- Satisfy any additional academic or examination requirements listed in the programme catalogue
Applicants for Chinese-taught programmes must provide the required HSK certificate unless they qualify for an exemption based on previous secondary education completed in Chinese. Applicants for English-taught programmes whose native language is not English must submit an accepted English-language test result.
From the 2026–2027 academic year, Zhejiang University requires all international undergraduate applicants to submit a valid China Scholastic Competency Assessment result. The subjects required depend on the chosen major. Applicants may also submit results from qualifications such as SAT, IB, A Levels, ACT, STPM, UEC, or their national university entrance examination where applicable.
Applicants who previously held Chinese citizenship or who were born abroad to Chinese parents may be subject to additional nationality and overseas-residency requirements under Chinese Ministry of Education rules. These candidates must carefully review the citizenship section in the new 2027 admission guide.
Master’s Eligibility
Master’s applicants must:
- Be non-Chinese citizens holding ordinary foreign passports
- Normally be under 35 years old
- Hold or expect to complete a recognised bachelor’s degree
- Meet the language requirements of the selected programme
- Demonstrate appropriate academic preparation
- Meet any additional requirements imposed by the school or programme
- Obtain provisional supervisor acceptance where required
Zhejiang University states that the age limit may be applied flexibly to healthy applicants with strong academic ability and relevant professional experience.
Applicants are encouraged to identify potential supervisors before applying. Some programmes require the official Form for Provisional Acceptance of International Student by ZJU Supervisor, while others treat it as optional. The relevant master’s programme catalogue determines whether the form is compulsory.
You can use our guide on how to obtain an acceptance letter from Chinese universities when contacting potential Zhejiang University supervisors.
PhD Eligibility
PhD applicants must:
- Be non-Chinese citizens with ordinary foreign passports
- Normally be under 40 years old
- Hold or expect to complete a recognised master’s degree
- Meet the language requirements of the selected doctoral programme
- Demonstrate strong academic preparation and research potential
- Meet any additional requirements stated in the doctoral programme catalogue
- Obtain provisional acceptance from a Zhejiang University supervisor where required
As with master’s applicants, the doctoral age limit may be applied flexibly to healthy candidates with strong academic records and relevant professional experience.
Zhejiang University encourages prospective doctoral students to review academic profiles and contact potential supervisors in advance. Some schools require the university’s provisional acceptance form to be completed by the intended supervisor and included in the application.
Youth of Excellence Eligibility
Applicants for the Youth of Excellence Scheme must:
- Be non-Chinese citizens
- Be under 45 years old
- Be in good physical and psychological health
- Hold at least a bachelor’s degree
- Have at least three years of work experience
- Preferably have education or professional experience related to the selected programme
- Meet the admission and language requirements of the chosen master’s programme
Applicants must also fall into at least one of the following categories:
- Senior government officials at division-chief level or an equivalent rank
- Senior managers of institutions or enterprises
- Administrative staff members of colleges or universities
- Professionals with relevant employment or internship experience in international organisations
Zhejiang Government Scholarship Eligibility
Postgraduate applicants must:
- Meet Zhejiang University’s master’s or PhD admission requirements
- Have a strong academic record
- Demonstrate an appropriate attitude toward study and scientific research
- Not receive another scholarship at the same time
- Submit the Zhejiang Government Scholarship application form
- Provide a valid non-criminal record certificate
Candidates who pass the preliminary document assessment may be invited to a video interview. Final selection considers academic achievement, research ability, language proficiency, and interview performance.
Language Requirements
Language requirements differ according to the degree, programme, and language of instruction.
Applicants for Chinese-taught programmes must submit the HSK level and score stated in the relevant programme catalogue. Applicants whose previous compulsory education was taught entirely in Chinese may qualify for an exemption when they provide acceptable proof of the language of instruction.
Applicants for English-taught programmes must provide an accepted English-language qualification when English is not their native language. Zhejiang University publishes programme-specific requirements covering qualifications such as IELTS, TOEFL, and other recognised evidence. Some programmes may set higher requirements than the university’s general minimum.
Applicants should review the language requirement document attached to the new 2027 programme catalogue rather than relying on a single IELTS or TOEFL score for every Zhejiang University degree.
You can also review our guide to scholarships without IELTS, but Zhejiang University makes the final decision on whether previous English-medium study or another qualification satisfies its requirements.
How to Apply for Zhejiang University Scholarships?
The correct application procedure depends on the scholarship.
How to Apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship Type B?
(1) Review Zhejiang University’s undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programme catalogues when the 2027 guides are published.
CSC Type B at Zhejiang University is intended for full-time postgraduate study. Select a master’s or PhD programme that matches your previous education, research experience, language ability, and long-term goals.
(2) Identify a potential Zhejiang University supervisor when your selected programme requires or encourages prior acceptance.
Use the Zhejiang University faculty directory and the supervisor database linked from the graduate admission guide. Contact academics whose current research genuinely aligns with your proposed project.
Your email should briefly explain:
- Your previous qualifications
- Thesis or research experience
- Proposed research area
- Relevant publications or professional work
- Why the professor’s research is a good match
- Your intention to apply for the CSC Scholarship
Attach your academic transcripts, preliminary proposal, and a focused academic CV. Avoid sending the same generic message to unrelated professors.
(3) Create an application in the CSC Study in China system.
Select:
- Programme Category: Type B
- Agency Number: 10335
- Institution: Zhejiang University
Complete the CSC application and download the generated Chinese Government Scholarship application form.
(4) Create a second application in the Zhejiang University international student application system.
Select your programme and scholarship route, enter the required information, and upload all admission and CSC documents. The CSC form does not replace the Zhejiang University admission application.
(5) Pay the non-refundable CNY 800 Zhejiang University application fee before the deadline.
The university will not process the admission or scholarship application when the fee has not been paid. The standard Chinese Government Scholarship does not cover the application fee.
(6) Upload the Foreigner Physical Examination Form and a non-criminal record certificate issued within the previous six months.
The medical form must include all required examinations, the attending doctor’s signature, the hospital stamp, and a sealed photograph. Medical results are valid for six months, so applicants should not complete the examination too early.
(7) Submit both applications before Zhejiang University’s Type B deadline.
Do not post paper documents or send an application package by email unless the new 2027 guide specifically instructs you to do so. In the latest cycle, the university reviewed the uploaded electronic documents only.
(8) Applicants who pass the preliminary assessment may be invited to a video interview organised by the relevant academic school.
Zhejiang University ranks candidates based on research ability, academic performance, language proficiency, and interview performance. The university then forwards its nominees to the China Scholarship Council, which makes the final scholarship decision.
How to Apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship Type A?
(1) Contact the Chinese embassy, consulate, national education ministry, or other scholarship-dispatching authority responsible for your country.
Ask for:
- The 2027 Type A application deadline
- Agency number
- Eligible degree levels
- Available universities
- Required number of university choices
- Whether a Zhejiang University pre-admission letter is required
- Whether documents are submitted online, physically, or through both methods
(2) Select Zhejiang University as your preferred institution where permitted.
Undergraduate applicants must choose an eligible Chinese-taught programme. Master’s and PhD applicants should confirm that the selected programme is available under their country’s bilateral scholarship arrangement.
(3) Complete the CSC online application using the Type A agency number supplied by the nominating authority.
Do not use Zhejiang University’s Type B agency number unless you are applying through the university route.
(4) Complete the separate Zhejiang University admission application and pay the CNY 800 application fee within the university’s deadline.
Upload the required admission documents and any CSC, pre-admission, physical examination, or nomination documents requested in the 2027 guide.
(5) Submit the Type A application to the nominating authority.
The embassy or dispatching authority conducts the first selection stage and forwards successful candidates to the China Scholarship Council. The final award may be full or partial depending on the scholarship allocation and selection result.
How to Apply for the Youth of Excellence Scheme?
(1) Review the eligible programmes and confirm that your professional background fits the scheme.
The latest cycle offered Energy and Power Engineering, China Studies, and Chinese Economy. The eligible programmes may change for 2027.
(2) Complete the Zhejiang University online admission application and upload the required admission and scholarship documents.
After completing the university application, download the Zhejiang University application form and follow the email-submission instructions in the new scheme guide.
(3) Applicants who receive a pre-admission notice must then complete the CSC application.
In the latest cycle, applicants selected:
- Scholarship Type: Type A
- Agency Number: 1563
The relevant CSC details may be updated for 2027, so applicants must use the information in the new official guide.
(4) The China Scholarship Council reviews the nominated applications and makes the final award decision.
How to Apply for the Zhejiang Government Scholarship?
(1) Apply for an eligible Zhejiang University undergraduate, master’s, or PhD programme through the international application system.
Undergraduate applicants must choose a Chinese-taught programme under the current scholarship rules.
(2) Download and complete the Zhejiang Government Scholarship application form released for the 2027 cycle.
Do not reuse an old form if Zhejiang University publishes a revised version.
(3) Upload the scholarship form with the university admission documents.
Postgraduate applicants must also upload a valid non-criminal record certificate issued within six months before the application date.
(4) Pay the Zhejiang University application fee and submit the complete application before the provincial scholarship deadline.
Shortlisted applicants may be invited to a video interview before the university makes its final scholarship recommendation.
Documents Required for Zhejiang University Scholarships
The exact documents depend on the degree, programme, and scholarship.
Undergraduate Application Documents
Undergraduate applicants should prepare:
- Completed Zhejiang University online application
- Passport information page
- Senior secondary-school diploma
- Expected graduation or student-status certificate for current final-year students
- Complete high-school academic transcripts
- Class ranking or percentile, where available
- China Scholastic Competency Assessment result
- SAT, IB, A Levels, ACT, STPM, UEC, national entrance examination, or another academic result where applicable
- HSK certificate for Chinese-taught programmes
- English-language evidence for English-taught programmes
- Personal statement or other programme-specific application material
- Zhejiang Government Scholarship form, where applicable
- Nationality and overseas-residency documents where required
- Certified Chinese or English translations
- Additional materials required by the selected programme
The university verifies original graduation and language certificates during registration. Applicants admitted using provisional graduation documents must provide their final diploma before or at enrolment.
Master’s and PhD Application Documents
Graduate applicants should prepare:
- Completed Zhejiang University admission application
- Passport information page
- Bachelor’s degree certificate for master’s applications
- Bachelor’s and master’s degree certificates for PhD applications
- Expected graduation certificate for applicants completing their current degree
- Complete academic transcripts
- Language-proficiency certificate
- Personal statement of at least 1,500 words
- Study or research proposal
- Two academic recommendation letters
- Form for Provisional Acceptance of International Student by a ZJU Supervisor, where required
- Academic CV
- Published papers or evidence of other academic achievements
- Signed Zhejiang University International Student Application Commitments form
- Certified Chinese or English translations
- Nationality-status documents where applicable
Recommendation letters should normally be written by full or associate professors in the applicant’s academic field and include the referee’s signature, telephone number, and email address.
You can use the following ScholarshipRoar guides when preparing your application:
- How to Write an Academic CV for Scholarship
- How to Write a Statement of Purpose for Scholarship
- How to Request a Scholarship Recommendation Letter
- Scholarship Interview Questions and Answers
Additional CSC Scholarship Documents
Applicants seeking Chinese Government Scholarship funding may also need:
- Chinese Government Scholarship application form
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form
- Non-criminal record certificate issued within the previous six months
- Pre-admission notice or supervisor acceptance document, where required
- Passport photograph
- CSC agency and programme-category details
- Documents required by the embassy or national nominating authority
- Additional declarations requested in the annual CSC guide
Applicants should ensure that the information entered in the CSC and Zhejiang University systems is identical. If an applicant modifies the CSC form after submission, Zhejiang University may require the updated version to process the scholarship application.
Website
For more information about the Zhejiang University Scholarships, please visit the official pages:
- Zhejiang University International Admissions
- Chinese Government Scholarship Type B
- Zhejiang Government Scholarship
- Youth of Excellence Scheme
- Zhejiang University Application Portal
- CSC Study in China Application System
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Zhejiang University Scholarships fully funded?
The Chinese Government Scholarship Type B and a full Type A award cover tuition fees, accommodation or a housing allowance, a monthly stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance.
The Youth of Excellence Scheme is also fully funded. The Zhejiang Government Scholarship is not fully funded because it provides a CNY 30,000 one-year award without a standard accommodation or monthly living allowance.
Can international undergraduate students receive a fully funded scholarship?
Yes. Eligible undergraduate applicants can apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship Type A through the authorised nominating organisation in their country.
At Zhejiang University, this route is currently limited to Chinese-taught undergraduate programmes. The scholarship may be full or partial depending on the final award.
Is CSC Type B available for undergraduate students?
No. Zhejiang University’s Chinese Government Scholarship Type B Chinese University Program is offered for full-time postgraduate students.
Undergraduate applicants should normally pursue the CSC Type A Bilateral Program or another undergraduate scholarship listed by Zhejiang University.
How much is the Chinese Government Scholarship stipend?
The standard monthly stipend is:
- Undergraduate: CNY 2,500
- Master’s: CNY 3,000
- PhD: CNY 3,500
The full scholarship also includes tuition, accommodation or a housing subsidy, and comprehensive medical insurance.
Do I need an acceptance letter from a Zhejiang University professor?
It depends on the selected graduate programme.
Zhejiang University encourages graduate applicants to contact supervisors before applying, and some programmes require the official provisional acceptance form. Applicants must check the master’s or PhD programme catalogue to determine whether supervisor confirmation is compulsory.
Can I apply for more than one Zhejiang University scholarship?
Applicants may be able to request consideration under different funding routes, but they cannot normally hold two scholarships simultaneously.
The Zhejiang Government Scholarship expressly excludes applicants who are already receiving another scholarship. CSC applicants must also follow restrictions imposed by the China Scholarship Council and their nominating authority.
Is IELTS compulsory?
Not always. Applicants to English-taught programmes may submit other qualifications accepted by Zhejiang University, and some applicants can qualify through eligible previous education completed in English.
Applicants to Chinese-taught programmes generally need an HSK certificate unless they satisfy the university’s exemption conditions. Exact language requirements differ by programme.
Is the Zhejiang Government Scholarship renewable?
The postgraduate Zhejiang Government Scholarship funds one academic year. Students with excellent academic performance may apply again in a subsequent year, but renewal is competitive and not automatic.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. Zhejiang University charges a non-refundable application fee of CNY 800.
Applicants seeking the Chinese Government Scholarship must still pay this university application fee. Applications are not processed when the fee has not been paid before the deadline.
When will the 2027 deadlines be announced?
Zhejiang University had not published the 2027 international admission and scholarship guides as of July 26, 2026.
Applicants should monitor the official international admissions website during the second half of 2026, particularly because the previous CSC Type B deadline occurred earlier than the main university and provincial scholarship deadlines.
