Confucius Institute Scholarship for International Students 2024-2025,China. (Fully Funded)

Scholarship Description:

Confucius Institute Scholarship for International Students 2024-2025,China. (Fully Funded) is open for International Students . The scholarship allows Postgraduate level program(s) in the field of Chinese Language, Cultures taught at Confucius Institute Headquarters . The deadline of the scholarship is Open .

Degree Level:

The Confucius Institute Scholarship offers various categories and durations for the study of Chinese language and culture, as well as scholarships for prospective Chinese language teachers. These options are as follows:

For Chinese Language and Culture Studies:

1. Scholarships for an Academic Year: A total of 11 months, beginning in September (lasting until July of the following year) or starting in March (lasting until January of the following year).
2. Scholarships for an Academic Semester: The scholarship covers 5 months, either the semester from September to January (winter) or from March to July (summer).
3. Scholarships for Four Weeks: One-month courses are available during the winter holidays in China (December to January) or the summer holidays (July to August).

For Future Chinese Language Teachers:

1. Scholarship for Master in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (MTCSOL): This program spans 2 academic years.
2. Scholarship for One Academic Year of Chinese Language and Culture + 2 Years of MTCSOL: In total, this covers 3 academic courses.
3. Scholarship for Bachelor in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (BTCSOL): This program extends over 4 academic courses.

All three CIS scholarships designed for training Chinese language teachers generally commence in September or March. The application for these scholarships should be completed online, with the system providing the option to prioritize two universities from a selection of 150 institutions offering this scholarship across the country.

Please explore the universities offering the Confucius Institute Scholarship by registering to access all the available information in both Chinese and English. While doing so, you can search for the specific course that aligns with your preferences. It's important to note that not all universities provide all the scholarship modalities mentioned previously.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Chinese Language
• Cultures

Scholarship Benefits:

The Confucius Institute scholarship encompasses several benefits for recipients, covering tuition fees, lodging expenses (typically in a shared university residence room), basic medical insurance, and a monthly allowance for personal expenditures. These allowances are distributed as follows:

• For BTCSOL students or those pursuing Chinese language and culture courses, the monthly allowance is 2,500 Yuan (approximately 350 USD).
• MTCSOL students receive a monthly allowance of 3,000 Yuan (equivalent to about 420 USD).

Furthermore, the Confucius Institute has introduced an option for scholarship recipients to choose to live off-campus, foregoing university residence accommodation. In such cases, an additional 700 Yuan per month is provided to assist with rental expenses, in addition to the standard monthly allowance.

For scholarships extending beyond one year, the Confucius Institute conducts an annual review of recipients' academic performance. Exceptional results are required for scholarship renewal for the subsequent year. If a student's academic performance falls below the required standard, the Confucius Institute may choose not to renew the scholarship or, in some instances, offer partial funding that covers all expenses except the monthly personal allowance.

Depending on the applicant's country of origin, the Confucius Institute may also cover international flight expenses for arrival and departure to and from China.

Eligible Nationalities:

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.

About the Scholarship:

The Confucius Institute Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year is a fully funded scholarship designed for international students. This prestigious scholarship allows students to immerse themselves in the study of Chinese language and culture at more than 150 Chinese universities. The CIS scholarship covers various expenses, including tuition and lodging fees, medical insurance, and a monthly allowance to cover personal expenses.

These scholarships have gained significant popularity among students from around the world. The Confucius Institute, a government initiative, is dedicated to spreading knowledge of the Chinese language and culture on a global scale.

Confucius Institute Scholarships encompass a range of opportunities, including specific doctoral studies, research stays, participation in international conferences, and Chinese language and culture courses. It offers a gateway to explore the rich tapestry of Chinese language and culture, making it an excellent choice for international scholars.

Eligibility Criteria:

The eligibility requirements and necessary documents for the Confucius Institute Scholarship for 2024 are as follows:

General Requirements:

• Applicants must not hold Chinese nationality and should be in good health. For study periods exceeding six months, applicants are required to demonstrate their physical and mental well-being to process a residence permit in China. This involves submitting an official Chinese medical form or Foreigner Physical Examination Form upon arrival at the destination university (not during the initial application phase).

Age Criteria:

• Applicants should fall within the age range of 16 to 35. However, this age limit is extended up to 45 for individuals who can provide evidence of working as Chinese teachers at the time of applying for the scholarship. Undergraduate scholarship applicants should not exceed 20 years of age.

Chinese Language Proficiency:

• Proficiency in the Chinese language, as assessed by HSK (written and oral) and in some cases, BCT and oral BCT, is essential. The specific language requirements depend on the type of scholarship. For instance, for scholarships to study academic courses in Chinese language and culture, a minimum of 180 points in written HSK3 and a minimum of 60 points in oral HSK are required. Complete language requirements can be found on the scholarship website.

Educational Qualifications:

• The MTCSOL scholarship requires applicants to submit their undergraduate diploma and academic records. For BTCSOL scholarship or Chinese language courses, proof of high school completion is necessary. If these documents are not in English or Chinese, a certified translation in either of these languages must be provided.

Recommendation Letters:

• Applicants for scholarships to study Chinese courses or BTCSOL need one letter of recommendation, signed by the Confucius Institute's responsible person through which you apply. MTCSOL scholarship applicants require two recommendation letters.

Employment as Chinese Language Professors:

• Preference is given to MTCSOL scholarship applicants who can demonstrate employment as Chinese language professors after completing their master's degree studies in China.

Previous Study in China:

• Applicants for one-semester or four-week scholarships should not have studied in China before.

Please note that during the online application process, you will be asked to provide a brief motivation letter, about 300 words in length, detailing your reasons and expectations for pursuing the scholarship.

Application Procedure:

To apply for the Confucius Institute Scholarship for 2024, please adhere to the following procedure:

Application Deadlines:

• For scholarships commencing in September, the application deadline typically extends until the beginning of May (usually day 1).
• If you plan to begin your studies in March, the application deadline usually falls in early November.

Application Submission:

• If you are currently a student at the Confucius Institute (an ideal qualification for this scholarship), get in touch with the scholarship coordinator at your institute.
• Complete the online application on the official Confucius Institute Scholarship website, ensuring that you have scanned copies of all the required documents, including your passport and a passport-sized photo.
• You must then submit all necessary paper documents, preferably as certified copies (as they will not be returned). The scholarship coordinator at your Confucius Institute will be responsible for mailing these documents to the Hanban headquarters (the central offices of the Confucius Institute in China).
• If you are not affiliated with the Confucius Institute, you can apply online and submit your documents to the nearest Confucius Institute, a Chinese embassy or consulate in your country, or to certain exam centers or educational institutions in your country associated with Hanban.

Result Notification:

• The final scholarship results will typically be posted on the official Confucius Institute Scholarship website at the beginning of July if you are planning to commence studies in September, or at the beginning of January if you intend to start in March.

Visa Processing Documents:

• The essential documents required for visa processing will be sent to you by postal mail within 15 days after the scholarship results are published. During this phase of the procedure, patience is recommended, as it may take over a month to receive the necessary documents.