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Scholarships at NPU
Multiple fully and partially funded opportunities for international students — from Chinese Government awards to NPU-specific grants and CSC Youth of Excellence programs.
Chinese Scholarship Council · CSC
Chinese Government Scholarship
Bachelor · Master · PhD · Scholar
China's flagship government scholarship program, administered by the China Scholarship Council (CSC). Provides full financial support for international students across all degree levels at NPU, with four application pathways including bilateral agreements, designated programs, and direct university recommendation.
Coverage & Benefits
Tuition
Full waiver
Accommodation
On-campus dormitory
Undergraduate stipend
¥2,500 / month
Master's / Scholar stipend
¥3,000 / month
PhD / Senior Scholar stipend
¥3,500 / month
Medical insurance
¥800 / person / year
Eligibility Requirements
- Non-Chinese citizen with valid passport
- Good physical and mental health; no infectious or disabling conditions
- Undergraduate applicants must sit the China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA)
- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 3 minimum
- Non-Chinese-taught programs: meet NPU language and academic standards
- Stipend paid in full if registration completed by the 15th of the month
Required Documents
- 1Passport information page (scanned)
- 2Highest diploma / graduation certificate
- 3Official academic transcripts
- 4Language proficiency certificate (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL as applicable)
- 5CSCA results (undergraduate applicants)
- 6Study plan / research proposal
- 7Two recommendation letters
- 8Physical examination form (JW202 or equivalent, valid 6 months)
Key Deadlines
University Program (Path I)Check NPU portal for annual deadline
Bilateral Program (Path II)Via home country dispatching department
Designated Programs (Path III)Via relevant international organization
Student Exchange (Path IV)Contact NPU directly
How to Apply
- Step 1Path I (University Program): Apply through NPU portal at admission.nwpu.edu.cn, complete interview, submit to CSC system before deadline
- Step 2Path II (Bilateral): Apply via home country dispatching department through CSC system
- Step 3Path III (Designated): Apply through UNESCO Great Wall, EU, or ASEAN program via relevant organization
- Step 4Path IV (Exchange): Contact NPU International College directly for scholar exchange placements
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application through NPU's admission portal. Contact admissions if you have questions about eligibility or documentation.