This is your chance if you’ve ever wanted to learn in one of the most exciting research settings on the planet. Applications for the UCAS Scholarship for International Students 2026–2027 are now officially open at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), which is the academic division of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), China’s premier scientific organisation.
The goal of this esteemed scholarship is to draw bright scholars, students, and aspiring inventors from throughout the globe. It gives international students the funding, academic atmosphere, and institutional resources they need to obtain a Master’s or Doctoral degree, as well as to participate in joint studies, research, or academic visits at CAS institutes and UCAS colleges.
With more than 100 prestigious research institutes spread around China, UCAS is the ideal place for individuals looking to further their studies.
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When is the deadline for applications?
📅 For PhD and Master’s programs: 31 January 2026 (Beijing Time).
For Senior visiting and Regular visiting programs: no fixed deadline (rolling admissions).
Describe the award to me:
The UCAS Scholarship for International Students funds Master’s, Doctoral, joint-program, and visiting student stays at UCAS colleges and CAS institutes. Two tiers are offered: Full Scholarship (tuition waiver, monthly stipend, basic accommodation, medical insurance, application-fee waiver) and Partial Scholarship (covers tuition waiver, medical insurance, and application-fee waiver).
Which fields qualify?
All academic and research disciplines available at UCAS colleges and CAS institutes — applicants should apply to specific programs listed in the UCAS Calls for 2026 programs.
The type:
Fully funded and partially funded university scholarships / research mobility awards for degree and visiting programs.
Who is eligible to apply?
- Non-Chinese nationals with a valid foreign passport.
- Proficiency in English or Chinese.
- Age limits: PhD applicants born on/after 1 Jan 1991; Master’s applicants born on/after 1 Jan 1996; Senior visiting born on/after 1 Jan 1981; Regular visiting born on/after 1 Jan 1986. (Joint program applicants: no age limit.)
- Must meet UCAS admission criteria and not be enrolled in a degree program in China for the same level.
How Do They Choose Applicants?
Selection is based on academic merit, quality of the proposed study/research plan, fit with host institute, and supporting documents; host supervisors/institutes participate in admission decisions.
Which nations are qualified?
Open to applicants from all countries (except Chinese nationals).
Where will the prize be accepted?
At participating UCAS colleges and CAS institutes across China (Beijing-based institutes provide campus accommodation; arrangements vary for institutes outside Beijing).
How Many Honors?
Not specified centrally — awards and quotas vary by program and host institute; check the specific Call for Program pages for available positions.
What Advantage Does the Award Offer?
Full Scholarship includes: tuition waiver (PhD RMB 40,000/yr; Master RMB 30,000/yr), monthly stipend (Doctoral RMB 2,500 + RA support to total ≥ RMB 3,500; Master RMB 2,000 + support to total ≥ RMB 3,000), basic accommodation (Beijing institutes), medical insurance (RMB 800/yr), and application-fee waiver (RMB 600). Partial Scholarship covers tuition waiver, medical insurance, and application-fee waiver.
What’s the Duration of the Award?
- Master’s/Doctoral: up to 36 months (no extension).
- Visiting students (Regular/Senior): 6–24 months (depending on program).
How do I Apply?
- Review the Calls for 2026 Master’s/Doctoral or Visiting Students programs on UCAS.
- Register and complete the online application in the UCAS Online Admission System for International Students.
- Choose “UCAS Scholarship for International Students” as the funding option and upload required documents (CV, diplomas/transcripts, Master’s thesis if applicable, research proposal, recommendation letters, etc.).
- Submit before the deadline (31 Jan 2026 for degree programs).
Visit the Award Webpage for Details
🔗 UCAS International Students (official): https://english.ucas.ac.cn/
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