SNNU 2022-2023 Chinese Government Scholarship

University Graduate Program

Chinese Government Scholarship University Graduate Program is a full scholarship program funded by the Chinese government for international students to pursue graduate degrees in China. Shaanxi Normal University (SNNU), as an enrollment institution for the Chinese Government Scholarship University Graduate Program, welcomes outstanding international students to apply.

Ⅰ. Scholarship Application Period

From now until 1st April 2022

Ⅱ. Supporting Categories and Duration of the Scholarship

Master: 2 years or 3years

Ph.D: 4 years

Students can apply for one year Chinese language training

(Chinese-taught program only)

Ⅲ. Scholarship Coverage

1. Tuition waiver and Registration fee waiver

2. Accommodation fee waiver

3. Living stipend

Master’s students：CNY 3,000 per month

Doctoral students:  CNY 3,500 per month

4. Medical insurance

Ⅳ. Programs Available

1. Chinese-taught Programs: please refer to the attachment for details.

2. English-taught Programs:

2.1.Ph.D: Education, Chemistry, Computer Software and Technology, Materials Science;

2.2.Master:Chinese Philosophy, Historical and Cultural Heritage Protection and Engineering，A study on the Sinicization of Marxism (China’s Development and National Governance).

Ⅴ. Scholarship Eligibility

1. Be a citizen of a country other than the People's Republic of China, and be in good health both mentally and physically.

2. Age and educational requirements

2.1. Be a bachelor's degree holder under the age of 35 when applying for master's programs;

2.2. Be a master's degree holder under the age of 40 when applying for doctoral programs.

3.  Language Requirements

3.1. Chinese-taught Programs: Applicants should have passed HSK4 when apply;

3.2.English-taught Programs: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 60, or other corresponding level of English proficiency certificate.

4. In principle, applicants should be students from abroad. Outstanding bachelor and master students who are about to graduate this year are also recommended for the program.

5. Applicants who have research results or who have received awards will be prioritized for admission.

Ⅵ. Scholarship Application Procedure

1.Individual Application

Complete the online application procedure at Shaanxi Normal University Online Application System for International Students (https://snnu.17gz.org/), fill in the application information online and upload the following application materials:

1.1 Copy of Passport Home Page. If the validity of the applicant's current passport does not meet the requirement (meaning the passport expires before September 2022), please apply for a new passport before submitting the application;

1.2 Notarized highest diploma. Prospective diploma winners must submit official proof of student status by their current school. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations;

1.3 Academic transcripts (from the undergraduate program onwards). Copies of academic records from first to last semester during the undergraduate, graduate (if any), and doctoral programs (if any) shall be provided. These transcripts shall be issued and sealed by the attending university's academic affairs office, graduate school, or student management department.

1.4 Language qualification certificates. Applicants for Chinese-taught programs must submit valid HSK reports in accordance with the corresponding Chinese proficiency requirements. Applicants for English-taught programs shall provide English language proficiency certificates like IELTS or TOFEL report;

1.5 A study plan proposal. A study plan written in Chinese or English shall contain more than 1000 characters or words;

1.6 Recommendation letters. Two letters of recommendation (written only in Chinese or English) from professors or associate professors shall be submitted. These letters shall describe the applicant's objectives of learning in China, comprehensive abilities, and evaluation of future growth, as well as the cooperation between the supervisors or the exchange between universities both in China and abroad;

1.7 Applicants under the age of 18 should submit the valid documents of their legal guardians in China;

1.8 A photocopy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form completed in English(the original copy shall be kept by the applicant). The form is designed by the Chinese quarantine authority and can be obtained from the dispatching authority. The physical examinations must cover all the items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. Incomplete records or those without the signature of the attending physician, the official stamp of the hospital, or a sealed photograph of the applicants are invalid. Please select the appropriate time to take a physical examination as the result is valid for only 6 months.

1.9 Non-criminal record report. The applicant shall submit a valid certificate of Non-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority, usually issued within 6 months prior to the submission date of the application.

1.10 Published scientific research papers or patents, awards and other supporting materials that can reflect applicant’s scientific research ability and comprehensive quality.

The above materials should be in Chinese or English, and must be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations if they are in foreign languages other than Chinese or English.

2. University Recommendation

The university will review application materials, organize interviews and comprehensive assessment for applicants, then finally announce the shortlisted candidates and issue the pre-admission letter.

3. Application on Chinese Government Scholarship Information System

With the pre-admission letter, the shortlisted candidates should complete the online application procedure at CSC Online Application System for International Students (http://www.campuschina.org/) after the assessment and selection of Shaanxi Normal University. Our agency number is 10718, and students should choose type B.

4. Accredited by China Scholarship Council

The CSC expert committee will access all the applicants materials and the final admission list will be determined by China Scholarship Council.

Ⅶ. Precaution

Shaanxi Normal University does not authorize any individual or institution to enroll in scholarship programs. All students please apply through the only official website.

Ⅷ. Contact Information

Contact Person: Ms. Li

Tel: +86-29-85310582

Fax: +86-29-85310278

E-mail： snnuiso@snnu.edu.cn

Postal Address : International Office, Shaanxi Normal University, 620 West Chang'an Ave, Chang'an district, Xi'an, Shaanxi province

Post Code：710119