International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship at Sichuan University

Why it fits you

Who can apply

Three different things not to mix up: the country where you study, your nationality and the country where you live when you apply.

Country of study

China

Target level

Master’s, Bachelor’s and Secondary school diploma

Fields of study

All fields

Minimum age

at least 16 years old

Age limit

35 years old at most

Other conditions

• You must be a non-Chinese citizen.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Be a Non-Chinese citizen;
• You must be friendly to China, have no criminal record, and abide by the laws and regulations of China and the rules of the Host Institution.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Be friendly to China, have no criminal record, abide by the laws and regulations of China and the rules and regulations of the Host Institution;
• You must be in good physical and mental health, and in good academic and behavioral standing.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Be in good physical and mental health, be in good academic and behavioral standing;
• You must be interested in Chinese language education and related work.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Be interested in Chinese language education and related work;
• You must be aged between 16 and 35 on September 1, 2026. The maximum age limit for in-service Chinese teachers may be extended to 45.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Be aged between 16 and 35 years on September 1, 2026. The maximum age limit for in-service Chinese teachers maybe extended to 45.
• For the Master's Degree in International Chinese Language Education: you must hold a Bachelor's degree and have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 5) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level).RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Applicants shall hold a Bachelor's degree. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 5) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level).
• For the One-Year Study Program: applicants of international Chinese language education programs must have a minimum score of 270 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required. Applicants of Chinese language and literature, Chinese history, or Chinese philosophy programs must have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). Applicants of Chinese language study programs must have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK test (Level 3), and priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Applicants of international Chinese language education programs shall have a minimum score of 270 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required. Applicants of Chinese language and literature, Chinese history, or Chinese philosophy programs shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). Applicants of Chinese language study programs shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK test (Level 3), and priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score.
• For the One-Semester Study Program: applicants of international Chinese language education, Chinese language and literature, Chinese history, or Chinese philosophy programs must have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Applicants of international Chinese language education, Chinese language and literature, Chinese history, or Chinese philosophy programs shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required.
• In principle, applicants who have received a similar scholarship within three years are not eligible for the One-Semester Study Program or One-Year Study Program.PreferredOrganisation’s wording: In principle, applicants who have received a similar scholarship within three years are not eligible for the One-Semester Study Program or One-Year Study Program.
• Applicants under 18 must provide certified documents of designation signed by their entrusted legal guardians in China.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Applicants under 18 shall provide certified documents of designation signed by their entrusted legal guardians in China.
• Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or proof to the same effect.PreferredOrganisation’s wording: Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or proof to the same effect.

The real funding

What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.

Fully funded

Tuition and living costs paid.

• The organisation does not say whether travel is paid.
• The organisation does not say whether visa fees are paid.

Paid

Tuition, housing and insurance

Allowance

CN¥3,000 a month

Length of the funding

24 months

Application steps

In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.

1. 1
   Step 1: Register online on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website (http://www.chinese.cn).

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   Applicant

2. 2
   Step 2: Search for Recommending Institutions and Host Institutions on the scholarship website.

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   Applicant

3. 3
   Step 3: Submit application materials online.

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   Applicant

   Documents to provide

   • A scanned copy of the passport photo page; a scanned copy of score reports of the HSK/HSKK tests (within the two-year validity); a reference letter by the head of the Recommending Institution. For degree program applicants: a certificate of the highest diploma (or proof of expected graduation) and an official transcript; two reference letters from professors or associate professors; a 3,000-word personal statement in Chinese (for doctoral applicants). In-service Chinese language teachers shall provide proof of employment and a reference letter from the employer. Applicants under 18 shall provide certified documents of designation signed by their entrusted legal guardians in China.

4. 4
   Step 4: Track the application process online.

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   Applicant

5. 5
   Step 5: Successful applicants must confirm with the Host Institutions to go through the procedures of studying in China, and register at the Host Institution on the designated date as per the Letter of Admission.

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   Successful applicant

Where to apply