Lanzhou University CSC Scholarship 2026 for International Students
Fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship at Lanzhou University for international students pursuing Master's or PhD degrees in 2026-2027.
About This Scholarship
Lanzhou University, a key comprehensive university founded in 1909 directly under the Ministry of Education of China, invites international students to apply for the 2026-2027 Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC). This fully funded program is available for Master's and PhD studies across a wide range of academic fields including Sciences, Engineering, Medicine, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Admitted students receive a full tuition waiver, free university dormitory, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend of CNY 3,000 for Masters or CNY 3,500 for Doctoral students. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens under specific age limits (35 for Masters, 40 for PhD) and possess excellent grades and research potential. The application requires online registration on both the CSC portal and Lanzhou University's service system.
Eligible Study Levels
Fields of Study
Available Countries
Eligibility Requirements
- Non-Chinese citizens with good physical and mental health
- Master's applicants: Bachelor's degree and under 35 years of age
- Doctoral applicants: Master's degree and under 40 years of age
- Excellent grades and outstanding scientific research ability
- Non-recipients of other scholarships
Academic Requirements
- HSK level 4 or above (valid for 2 years)
- IELTS 5.5 or higher
- TOEFL 80 or more
- Chinese proficiency test (HSK) level 4 or above for Chinese-taught programs
- IELTS 5.5+, TOEFL 80+, or other proof of English level for English-taught programs
Application Process
- 1Log on to the Chinese Government Scholarship website (https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/)
- 2Fill in information, choose Type B, and use institution code 10730
- 3Upload original relevant materials to the CSC portal
- 4Register and log in to Lanzhou University International Student Online Service System (https://apply.lzu.edu.cn/)
- 5Complete and upload information to Lanzhou University system
- 6Hard copies are not required for this session
Required Documents
Filled in Chinese or English
Stamped, signed, with photo and valid for 6 months
Bachelor's degree or above with notarized translations if not in English/Chinese
Academic records with notarized translations
Two letters from professors or associate professors
Written in Chinese or English, no less than 800 words
Copy of valid passport
HSK 4 certificate for Chinese-taught or IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught
Abstracts/catalogues of published papers or award certificates
Partner Universities
Additional Benefits
- Full Tuition Waiver
- Free University Dormitory
- Medical Insurance
- Monthly Stipend (CNY 3,000 for Masters, CNY 3,500 for PhD)