The Government of China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has established the MOFCOM Scholarship for Developing Countries to promote cooperation and communication between China and other nations while also fostering talent in developing countries. The scholarship is available to individuals who are interested in pursuing a degree program at a Chinese institution.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: China
- Eligible Countries: All Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Monthly Stipend | Accommodation | Airfare Ticket
- Deadline: May 31, 2025
Scholarship Details:
The Chinese Government Scholarship—Chinese University Program was established by the Ministry of Education (MOE) to assist Chinese universities in specific provinces or autonomous regions in recruiting outstanding international students for graduate studies in China. USTC has been authorized by MOE to recruit full-time master’s and doctoral students under the Chinese Government Scholarship since 2008.
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Scholarship Requirements: To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a developing country other than the People’s Republic of China and under the age of 45 (born after September 1, 1974)
- Be in good health
- Have at least three years of work experience
- Hold a bachelor’s degree when applying for a master’s program
- Hold a master’s degree when applying for a doctoral program
- Possess sufficient proficiency in English or Chinese that meets the academic requirements of the program.
Scholarship Duration and Reward:
- Students are exempt from tuition fees, teaching material fees, research and survey fees, and allowances for English-taught programs, as well as dissertation guidance fees.
- Free on-campus accommodation is provided.
- Monthly stipend:
- 36000RMB per year per master’s student
- 42000RMB per year per Ph.D. student
- One-off resettlement fee: 3000RMB per person
- Free medical insurance for international students
- One-time round-trip international airfare for all students (First time flying to China after enrollment and flying back to their home country upon graduation), and a maximum of “n-1” (“n” is the length of the schooling year which is set while the student is enrolled by the program, “n” is less than or equal to three) round-trip international airfares for home visits (once per year set at the end of an academic year).
- Annual review is mandatory for all students. Those who pass the review may continue to receive full scholarships in the next year.
- Other expenses will be managed and utilized by MOFCOM or the universities as a whole and will not be distributed to students. MOFCOM only provides students with financial assistance for their enrolled academic duration. Students who postpone their graduation will not receive continuing sponsorship.
Method of Application:
Applicants should apply to the Chinese university of their choice.
Visit www.csc.edu.cn/studyinchina or https://www.campuschina.org and click “Application Online” to log in.
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(FAQs) on the 2025 MOFCOM Scholarship for Developing Countries in China:
What is the MOFCOM Scholarship and who is it for?
The MOFCOM Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship program established by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China. It is designed to support individuals from developing countries to pursue master’s and doctoral degrees in Chinese universities, to cultivate high-level professionals who will promote economic and social development in their home countries.
What does the MOFCOM Scholarship cover?
This is a fully-funded opportunity which typically covers:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation (on-campus)
- Living allowance (stipend)
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Round-trip international airfare
- Research and thesis subsidies
What are the requirements/eligibility criteria?
To be eligible, applicants generally must:
- Be a citizen of a developing country
- Be under the age of 45 for master’s programs and under 50 for doctoral programs
- Hold a bachelor’s (for master’s applicants) or master’s degree (for PhD applicants)
- Have relevant work experience (usually 3+ years)
- Be physically and mentally healthy
- Have a good command of English or Chinese
- Be nominated by the applicant’s home government (via the Chinese Embassy/Consulate or relevant department)
How do I apply for the MOFCOM Scholarship?
Application procedures usually include the following steps:
- Submit an application to the Economic and Commercial Counsellor’s Office (ECCO) of the Chinese Embassy in your country
- Prepare all necessary documents, including academic transcripts, degree certificates, a study plan, CV, recommendation letters, and a valid passport
- Wait for the nomination and admission notice from the host university in China
- Complete the online application via the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC) platform (if required)
When is the application deadline for the 2025 intake?
The deadline usually varies by country, since applications are handled via the Chinese Embassy. However, most embassies close applications between January and April 2025.
It is strongly recommended to contact the Chinese Embassy or the Economic and Commercial Counsellor’s Office in your country as early as possible (around January 2025) to confirm the exact deadline and requirements.