Nankai University, a prestigious Double First-Class University in Tianjin, China, invites applications for the fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship – Silk Road Program (CSC Type B) for the Fall 2026 intake. This scholarship covers full tuition waiver, free on-campus accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly living allowance of CNY 2,500 for Bachelor students and CNY 3,000 for Master students. Applications must be submitted online through the Nankai University portal (https://nankai.at0086.cn) and the CSC portal (www.csc.edu.cn/laihua) with Agency Number 10055. The application deadline is May 18, 2026.

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Non-Chinese citizens from eligible Silk Road countries: Pakistan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Mongolia, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Colombia

• Age Limit: Bachelor applicants: Under 25 years | Master applicants: Under 35 years (by September 2026)

• Education: Bachelor: High School/12th Grade with excellent grades | Master: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Economics, Business, Finance, International Relations, Political Science)

• Language Proficiency: Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 or above (1-year Chinese course available if no HSK) | English-taught programs: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or English proficiency certificate

• Health & Character: Good physical and mental health, no criminal record, Foreigner Physical Examination Form required

Scholarship Benefits

• Tuition Fee: 100% waiver for all programs

• Monthly Stipend: CNY 2,500 (Bachelor) | CNY 3,000 (Master)

• Accommodation: Free on-campus dormitory (twin sharing)

• Medical Insurance: CNY 800 per year covering hospitalization and outpatient treatment

• Registration Fee: Complete waiver of all processing fees

Programs

Bachelor Programs (4 Years – Chinese-taught only)

• Business Economics

• Business Administration

• Finance

Master Programs (2-3 Years)

• International Business (Chinese or English taught)

• International Affairs and Public Policy (English taught only)

How to Apply

Step 1: Prepare Required Documents

• Passport copy (valid after September 2026)

• Notarized highest diploma and academic transcripts

• Study plan (800+ words)

• Two recommendation letters from professors

• Language certificate (HSK/IELTS/TOEFL)

• Foreigner Physical Examination Form

• Non-criminal record certificate

• CV and research proposal (for Master applicants)

Step 2: Apply at Nankai University Portal

• Visit: https://nankai.at0086.cn/StuApplication/Login.aspx

• Create an account, complete the application form, and upload all documents

Step 3: Apply at CSC Portal

• Visit: www.csc.edu.cn/laihua

• Select Program Category: Type B

• Enter Nankai University’s Agency Number: 10055

• Submit the scholarship application

Step 4: Final Selection

• Nankai University and CSC review applications

• Final results announced by July 2026

• JW201 visa form issued for X1 study visa

Important Dates